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Disaster unemployment assistance available in Upshur, Lewis

Local News August 7, 2026

CHARLESTON - Governor Patrick Morrisey and WorkForce West Virginia on Thursday announced that Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) benefits are now available to qualifying individuals who live or work in Lewis and Upshur counties and were impacted by the severe storms, straight line winds, tornadoes, flooding, and landslides that began on July 21. The assistance follows the Major Disaster Declaration approved by President Donald J. Trump on August 3. The disaster declaration number is DR-4932. "Recovery doesn't end when the floodwaters recede," said Morrisey. "We'll continue ...

Morrisey announces disaster unemployment assistance for Upshur, Lewis

Local News August 6, 2026

CHARLESTON - Governor Patrick Morrisey and WorkForce West Virginia today announced that Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) benefits are now available to qualifying individuals who live or work in Lewis and Upshur counties and were impacted by the severe storms, straight line winds, tornadoes, flooding, and landslides that began on July 21. The assistance follows the Major Disaster Declaration approved by President Donald J. Trump on Aug. 3. The disaster declaration number is DR-4932. "Recovery doesn't end when the floodwaters recede," said Morrisey. "We'll continue working with ...

Community Calendar

Local News August 6, 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. OLD TIME MUSIC: Join in the first and third Mondays, 7-9 p.m. at The Arts Center in Elkins for an Old Time Music Session. Beginning musicians are encouraged to join in. Fiddle, mandolin, guitar, banjo, dulcimer, bass are welcome. Participants enter through the back door. Contact dp-foot@hotmail.com. ELKINS FARMERS MARKET: Open every Saturday from 8 a.m. to ...

Stonewall Resort to host flood relief event

Local News August 6, 2026

WESTON – Stonewall Resort at 940 Resort Drive will host “An Evening of Hope: Supporting Lewis & Upshur County Recovery” Saturday, Aug. 15 at 6 p.m. to support local families and businesses affected by recent flooding. This event directly donates to the Lewis County Family Resource Network (FRN), who will donate 100% of the proceeds toward rehabilitation efforts. Tickets are $75 per person and include a cocktail reception, dinner and entertainment. Madalyn McCoy, Stonewall Resort marketing manager, said this event hits close to home, as many Stonewall employees and local ...

Mountain Valley Bank to renovate headquarters

Local News August 6, 2026

ELKINS - Mountain Valley Bank, N.A. is pleased to announce plans for a multi-million dollar renovation of its headquarters office in downtown Elkins. The renovation project will preserve the historic nature of the existing bank structure, while incorporating a new modern addition. These ...

Randolph man receives maximum prison sentence

Local News August 6, 2026

ELKINS — A Randolph County man charged with possessing inappropriate material of a minor and giving that same minor methamphetamine received the maximum prison sentence Wednesday. Pete Rameriz Perez, 46, of Valley Head, was sentenced by Randolph County Circuit Judge Jaymie Wilfong to no ...