Community Calendar
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Community Calendar is reserved for nonprofit, civic organizations. Unless otherwise noted, events listed should be considered free and open to the public. Entries appear in chronological order as space allows. TUTORING: Kump Education Center is offering a four-week summer tutoring program. Any elementary aged student who needs help with reading is welcome. There is a cost. Students will meet with individual tutors one hour each week, through July 15. Call 304-801-3372 with questions. HOT DOG SALE AND CAKEWALK: will be Friday, July 3, at Coalton Elementary School ...
Ally’s Hope founder visits Elkins Rotary Club
Ally’s Hope founder and Director Shelby Wilson spoke with the Rotary Club of Elkins. Located in Elkins, Ally’s Hope is a faith-based nonprofit female sober living home that opened its doors on Dec. 15, 2025. The facility is a WVARR state certified program that follows strict ...
Lurch Fest 2026 to feature costume contest
PHILIPPI — On Saturday, Aug. 1, characters from the Addams family TV series and other costume-clad characters will be parading the cobble stone street in front of the BC Historical Museum to treat Fest-goers to the creativity of local and regional cosplay visitors. Lurch Fest 2026 will ...
Morrisey encourages residents to join statewide bell-ringing
CHARLESTON — Governor Patrick Morrisey is encouraging churches, schools, veterans organizations, civic groups, local governments and communities across West Virginia to participate in a statewide bell-ringing ceremony at noon on Saturday, July 4, as part of the Mountain State's commemoration of America's 250th anniversary. "America's 250th anniversary is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to celebrate the freedoms we've inherited and the sacrifices that made them possible," Morrisey said. "I encourage every community across West Virginia to join together at noon on Independence ...
Mountain Valley Bank to support YMCA programs
ELKINS — Mountain Valley Bank, N.A. has announced a donation pledge of $50,000 to the YMCA in support of its mission to strengthen our community through youth development, wellness programs and social responsibility. This pledged will help expand YMCA programs that provide safe spaces for ...