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Francie Skylar Floyd seeks volunteers for rescue choresSep 27, 2026, 11:27 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
Floyd is asking for help with mowing, kennel cleaning, hauling and flood cleanup. Volunteers do not need to handle dogs.
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West Virginia is seeking proposals from potential operators for William R. Sharpe, Jr. Hospital in Weston and Mildred Mitchell-Bateman Hospital in Huntington. Both psychiatric hospitals would remain state-owned, according to state officials quoted by WV MetroNews.
Stonewall Jackson Lake shared a boating knot guide on October 11 featuring the figure eight, bowline, clove hitch and cleat hitch, reminding boaters to secure their vessels in every season.
Walmart Weston says residents can schedule a flu shot through its app or stop by the pharmacy. The advertised $0 copay applies with most insurance plans; restrictions apply.
Lewis County High School volleyball and soccer athletes and AFJROTC cadets led activities for middle schoolers during a “Mini Day of Play” at Jackson’s Mill.
Stonewall Jackson Lake measured 1,072.44 feet at 7:30 a.m. Oct. 7, 0.06 feet below summer pool. Lake-surface and outflow water temperatures were both 68 degrees, and air temperature was 46 degrees; lake operators warned boaters about floating debris.
Giovanni’s of Weston said several people have donated to help with flood relief since the restaurant reopened, with support coming from Lewis County, neighboring counties and other states.
NFHS Network lists a girls varsity basketball game between Lewis County and Philip Barbour for Jan. 6, 2027, with live and on-demand coverage.
Girl Scout Troop 34165 delivered food-drive donations and volunteered at a flood recovery center on Oct. 13, according to Trena Williams. The troop is also selling nuts and candies to support future projects.
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EventsCommunity report
Clarksburg craft and vendor fair seeks vendors for Nov. 21Sep 27, 2026, 6:22 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
Michelle Hess is seeking vendors for a Nov. 21 indoor fair in Clarksburg. Tables cost $20 each.
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Sunny Pointe offers Sunday scarecrow class with eight spots reported openSep 27, 2026, 11:45 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Sunny Pointe Corn Maze says its Build-A-Scarecrow Class runs from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 27. The cost is $40 per scarecrow, and prepayment is required.
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Sunny Pointe lists Boot Scootin’ Barn Boogie for Oct. 10Sep 27, 2026, 6:23 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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The organizer’s event listing shows a 5–9 p.m. UTC schedule for Oct. 10, 2026, but labels the location “Online,” leaving the local start time and physical venue unclear.
WeatherOfficial source
NWS warns of dense fog on Sunday morningSep 27, 2026, 5:20 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
A National Weather Service statement for Lewis County warns that visibility in some spots could fall to half a mile or less Sunday morning.
BusinessCommunity report
KFC Weston’s dining room reopens after flooding, community post saysSep 27, 2026, 12:37 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
Agnes Quinn Queen reported that indoor dining had resumed at KFC in Weston after an earlier drive-thru-only reopening.
SportsOfficial source
Skinner sets LCHS 5K record at Grafton InvitationalSep 26, 2026, 5:32 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
Brody Skinner ran 16:44 for third place and a school record as the Lewis County boys finished eighth of 14 teams.
EducationOfficial source
Three Lewis County students attend WVSSAC leadership summitSep 26, 2026, 11:27 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
Brodi F., Milani M. and Isaac M. attended the WVSSAC Chick-fil-A Leadership Summit in Fairmont on Sept. 22.
EventsCommunity report
Foster Feed bake sale and raffle support Lewis County cheerleading Sept. 26Sep 26, 2026, 11:09 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
A bake sale and raffle at Foster Feed on Saturday, Sept. 26, will raise money for Lewis County cheerleading. No hours were provided.
WeatherOfficial sourceUpdated
NWS warns drivers of dense fog and sudden visibility changes Saturday morningSep 26, 2026, 4:10 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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A National Weather Service statement issued for Lewis County warns that fog across parts of the region could reduce visibility below half a mile Saturday morning.
EventsCommunity report
Jane Lew Lions Club lists Oct. 11 pit beef and gun raffleSep 26, 2026, 2:09 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
The Jane Lew Lions Club calendar lists a Pit Beef/Gun Raffle for Oct. 11; it marks the time and venue as TBA.
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Grazer’s Market lists three Horner animal swap dates and hoursSep 25, 2026, 10:12 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Grazer’s Market lists the Sept. 26, Oct. 24 and Nov. 7 animal swaps in Horner from 8 a.m. to noon; more event details are still to come.
CommunityOfficial source
Lewis County Democratic groups announce joint websiteSep 25, 2026, 4:44 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
The Lewis County Democratic Executive Committee and the Lewis County Democratic Women’s Group say their joint website carries voter information and event details.
EventsCommunity report
Weston CEOS club sets Oct. 12 meeting at Extension officeSep 25, 2026, 4:33 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
The Weston CEOS club will meet Oct. 12 at 10 a.m. at the Lewis County Extension Service Office, with new members welcome.
BusinessVerified source
Weston Democrat reports more than half of flood-closed businesses reopenedSep 25, 2026, 1:45 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
A Sept. 24 Weston Democrat report says more than half of Lewis County businesses closed by flooding have reopened. It profiles Loveberry Bake Shop, Grazer’s Market, Blue’s Bar and The Guild but gives no exact countywide count.
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HYSTERIA sets Sept. 25 opening at Weston asylumSep 25, 2026, 1:34 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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HYSTERIA opens Sept. 25 at the Weston asylum. The ticket booth opens at 6 p.m.; Flashlight Tours begin at 7 p.m.; HYSTERIA opens at dark.