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Mixed progress noted for W.Va. School districts

CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Board of Education voted Wednesday to release Randolph County Schools from its state of emergency and extend the state of emergency for Roane County Schools, but Harrison County Schools are now under partial state takeover. During Wednesday's monthly state ...

Police: Former City worker threatened mayor, Trump

ELKINS – A former City of Elkins employee is behind bars after he allegedly threatened the mayor and President Donald Trump, leading to city offices being locked down Wednesday, police said. Christopher “Ben” Curtis, 44, has been charged with threats of terroristic acts. He is being ...

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. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Mt. Carmel Baptist Church, Beverly, beside Camp Pioneer, ...

Flood watch declared for region

CHARLESTON — A flood watch is in effect through Sunday for most of the state, the National Weather Service (NWS) reports. The NWS declared a flood watch Thursday for most of West Virginia, including Randolph, Barbour, Upshur, Tucker and Pocohontas counties. The watch for Randolph, Barbour, Upshur and Pocohontas counties is in effect through the morning of July 12. In Tucker County, the watch is in effect through Thursday evening. The NWS website states that "flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible" and that "excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, ...

Police chase leads to felony drug charge

ELKINS — Randolph County woman faces a felony drug charge after a police chase over shoplifting allegedly led to the discovery of multiple controlled substances and a "full confession" regarding drug distribution. Hollie Marie Wickline, 48, is charged with one count of possession with ...