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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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Jackson’s Mill VFD shares home fire escape planning advice

Oct 3, 2026, 9:31 PM • Lewis County Newsroom

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A Fire Safety Research Institute message on Jackson’s Mill VFD’s page urges households to install working smoke alarms, close bedroom doors before sleeping and practice a fire escape plan. A planning guide is available at closeyourdoor.org.

CommunityCommunity reportUpdated
Flood relief notice lists application help for Lewis and Upshur households

Oct 3, 2026, 8:34 PM • Lewis County Newsroom

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A notice shared by Kristie Tenney says financial assistance may be available through the West Virginia REALTOR® Relief Fund for flood-affected Lewis and Upshur households. It lists in-person application assistance October 6 and 7, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at 21 E. Main Street in Buckhannon.

EventsOfficial sourceUpdated
Sunny Pointe announces final Buzzed & Cornfuzed of 2026

Oct 3, 2026, 7:40 PM • Lewis County Newsroom

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Sunny Pointe announced its final Buzzed & Cornfuzed of 2026, with a 4–8 p.m. schedule, music by 3 TEEZ, food vendors and corn maze activities. The post says “today” and Saturday but supplies no calendar date.