CHARLESTON – Gov. Patrick Morrisey continues to express the belief that spending in the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program is not sustainable in the long run, but West Virginia lawmakers and advocates remain confused as to why programs are being curtailed now when funding ...
CRYSTAL SPRINGS – Two people were injured in a single-vehicle accident near Harrison Avenue, past the J.F. Allen facility, police said. Randolph County Sheriff’s Office Deputies L. Elbon and C. Waldron responded to the wreck call on July 4, finding a silver Subaru Crosstrek in the ...
ELKINS – Elkins Police Chief Travis Bennett has resigned from his position, officials announced. Elkins City Council voted during its Thursday evening meeting to accept Bennett’s resignation, and to post the Elkins Police Chief position. The seven present council members voted. Second ...
POCAHONTAS COUNTY – A pilot was killed in a helicopter crash Friday morning in Huntersville, near Marlinton in Pocahontas County. The incident happened at around 7:45 a.m. and is being investigated by both the National Transportation Safety Board and the Federal Aviation Administration, officials said. The Sikorsky S-76D helicopter was owned by WACO Oil & Gas. The company has confirmed that the pilot, Leo Basile, 57, of Arthurdale, was pronounced dead at the scene. Basile was apparently the only person on board the craft, according to reports. Waco Oil & Gas owns multiple pieces ...
ELKINS - U.S. Sen. Jim Justice made a stop in Randolph County this week to speak with veterans and discuss what kind of resources are available at his office. Justice, his long-time K-9 companion Baby Dog, and a host of local leaders, including Sen. Robbie Morris, Randolph County Commission ...
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. POE REUNION: The descendants of Tom and Minnie Koon Poe will hold their family ...
