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Upshur residents urged to report stream debris

Local News August 26, 2026

ELKINS – Upshur County residents are being asked to report stream debris blockages from the recent severe flooding, and to “take mold remediation seriously.” In an Upshur County press release Tuesday, residents were reminded to alert authorities to stream debris blockages that may worsen flooding or obstruct natural water flow. The West Virginia Conservation Agency and its partner Conservation Districts have “deployed technicians statewide to assess flood‑related stream debris and coordinate assistance where appropriate,” the release states. “Conservation District ...

Run For It registration ends Aug. 31

Local News August 26, 2026

DAVIS — The deadline to register a team for the 19th annual Run For It charitable race is Aug. 31. Run For It is a 2K walk and a 5K race hosted by the Tucker Community Foundation. This event invites organizations and non-profits within the Foundation’s ten-county service area to ...

Community Calendar

Communities August 26, 2026

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. ELKINS FARMERS MARKET: Open every Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon behind the Railroad Depot in Elkins. Parking can be found behind the Center Branch Church (formerly the Summit Church) buildings. The market consists of a large variety of vegetables during the growing season, eggs, cakes, cookies, jams, breads, flowers, crafts and many more items. MEET THE TEAM ...

Former city employee appears on terroristic threats charge

Local News August 26, 2026

ELKINS - A former City of Elkins employee accused of threatening the mayor and President Donald Trump appeared in Randolph County Magistrate Court and was placed on electronic monitoring this week. Christopher "Ben" Curtis, 44, is charged with threats of terroristic acts. He was being held in ...

Justice promotes senior falls prevention bill

Local News August 26, 2026

TRIADELPHIA — U.S. Sen. Jim Justice sustained a serious fall earlier this year, and now he has drafted legislation aimed at keeping other seniors from a similar fate. Justice, R-W.Va., discussed his "Stopping Addiction and Falls for the Elderly (SAFE) Act" during a stop Monday at First ...

Tucker County Fair royalty crowned

Local News August 26, 2026

ELKINS – Isabelle Hauser has been crowned the 2026 Tucker County Fair Queen, and her royal court has been announced this week. Hauser was chosen a winner during the Queen's Pageant Sunday, along with 2026 Tucker County Fair Teen Norah Jackson and 2026 Ms Tucker County Fair Tressica ...