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Multi-county chase leads to felony charges

ADRIAN - An Upshur County man faces multiple felony charges after allegedly fleeing from police on a stolen motorcycle, with the chase crossing into Randolph County. Christian Tyler Jarrell, 27, is charged with one count of fleeing reckless, one count of fleeing DUI and one count of ...

Corridor H impact statement release delayed

PARSONS – The state has delayed the release of the Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) for the Parsons-to-Davis section of Corridor H until November, officials said. The SDEIS had originally been expected to be released on Monday, but officials are now reviewing whether the state adequately evaluated the proposed alignments, as opposed to the “preferred alternatives,” under the National Environmental Policy Act. A public comment period will begin immediately following the release of the SDEIS on Nov. 5, giving residents and environmental groups a chance ...

Beverly man facing illegal driving and assault charges

DAILEY - A single-vehicle collision led to charges after a Randolph County man allegedly drove with a revoked license and struck his passenger in the face three times. Deven Lovell Smith, 39, of Beverly, is charged with one count of operators revoked for DUI-third offense, a felony. He has ...

Morrisey honors Upshur flood relief volunteer

BUCKHANNON – The governor of West Virginia came to Upshur County to publicly present a certificate of recognition to a local volunteer in honor of her work in providing relief after the deadly July 21 flooding. Gov. Patrick Morrisey recognized Tammie Strong, a volunteer with the Upshur ...

Elkins native named hospital director of operations

BUCKHANNON — WVU Medicine St. Joseph’s Hospital has named Elkins native Matthew “Matt” Scott as its director of operations, expanding his leadership role at the hospital and within WVU Medicine. In his new position, Scott provides administrative oversight and leadership for several ...

Breast Cancer Awareness Drive‑Thru Event set

BELINGTON - Barbour Community Health Association (BCHA) will host its annual Breast Cancer Awareness Drive‑Thru Event on Thursday from 6-7 p.m. at 70 N Sturmer Street in Belington. This year’s theme, "Rooted in Hope, Growing in Strength," honors the deep roots of community support, the enduring power of hope, and the remarkable strength shown by survivors and fighters across Barbour County. “Our community has always shown that strength grows when people stand together,” said Connie Williams, Patient Assistant Coordinator/Certified Application Counselor. “'Rooted in Hope, ...