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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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Oct 3, 2026, 7:37 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Wesley Marsh reported finding a softball bat in the building and asked its owner to contact him with a description to arrange its return.
Oct 3, 2026, 7:26 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Agnes Quinn Queen reported asbestos testing at flood-damaged Lewis County homes on Sept. 23. We could not confirm whether that work continued after that date.
Oct 3, 2026, 7:21 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Weston Walmart advertised Drizzle’s Mini Rice Cakes in several flavors for $3.67. Shoppers should check with the store about current stock and pricing.
Oct 3, 2026, 7:19 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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USACE reported Stonewall Jackson Lake at 1073.26 feet, 0.76 feet above summer pool, on Oct. 3 and warned boaters of floating debris. Lake-surface temperature was 70 degrees, outflow water 68 degrees and air 56 degrees; the post did not specify a temperature scale.
Oct 3, 2026, 7:14 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Jane Lew Town Hall thanked residents, firefighters, ball-team families and JAMM Services for helping get the town’s park back in shape after a flood.
Oct 3, 2026, 7:14 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Lewis County’s Maids fell to Wheeling Park 16-14 in the deciding fifth set, while the junior varsity earned a win. LCHS athletics also recognized junior Lila Fealy for reaching 2,000 career sets.
Oct 3, 2026, 7:06 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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The Jane Lew Lions Club named Sunday, October 18, as its car show’s rain date because of an adverse forecast. The notice did not give a year, time or venue.
Oct 3, 2026, 6:05 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Earthstone Hollow Dairy named Tuesday as its Weston milk drop-off day and invited customers to join its Tuesday list. The dairy says it delivers to Grazer’s Market on most Tuesdays.
Oct 3, 2026, 4:22 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Lewis County High School athletics reported that its cheer team took part in the WVSSAC Game Day competition at Parkersburg South on Oct. 3.
Oct 3, 2026, 4:16 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Traveling Dawgz will serve at Fall Fest at the Trans Allegheny Asylum in Weston on October 3, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Krista Adkins says a portion of proceeds will support The Friends Auxiliary’s patient programs and activities.
Oct 3, 2026, 3:44 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Stonewall Jackson Lake stood at 1,073.93 feet on October 2, with air at 59 degrees, lake-surface water at 72 degrees and outflow water at 69 degrees. USACE reported stained lake and tailwater conditions and warned boaters to beware of floating debris.
Oct 3, 2026, 2:29 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Grazer’s Market in Horner announced a new batch of Boone Valley Farm maple syrup and a limited-time cranberry mayo option for grinders. Customers can check current availability with the market.
Oct 3, 2026, 2:29 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Weston Grill and Lounge advertised daily breakfast from 5:30 a.m. to noon, with dine-in and take-away service. Its menu lists a $5.99 vegetable omelette and $0.99 coffee.
Oct 2, 2026, 3:06 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Hunter Lesser will present “Robert E. Lee’s Feuding Generals: Wise vs. Floyd” at 10 a.m. October 10 during HCPD’s Civil War History Weekend in Horner. The October 9–10 program is at the Central WV Genealogy & History Library, with doors opening at 9:30 a.m.
Oct 2, 2026, 2:25 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Lewis County Park announced a rock scavenger hunt for children 17 and under, with mini golf and high ropes prizes limited to one per child per week. The park says rocks will never be hidden in restricted or unsafe areas, and finding them requires no digging, moving equipment or damaging landscaping.
Oct 2, 2026, 6:13 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Tri State Forest Products LLC and the McWhorter family provided an Oct. 1 meal for Lewis County’s football team, prepared by The Office Bar & Grill, according to a booster-page post.