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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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Sep 24, 2026, 4:46 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
Katrina Posey says she can meet interested shoppers after 5 p.m. on evenings or on weekends to show items stored near her Weston shop.
Sep 24, 2026, 4:46 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
Tattoontim says Halloween tattoo preparations are underway and asks anyone interested in buying one closer to Halloween to call ahead or send a direct message.
Sep 24, 2026, 4:03 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
A yard sale at 3262 U.S. Highway 19 North begins at 8 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 26. Most items are free, though some will be priced.
Sep 24, 2026, 3:12 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
The Lewis County CVB says the monthly gathering at the Museum of American Glass starts at 7 p.m. and welcomes nonmembers.
Sep 24, 2026, 3:09 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
Julie Payton received the GEM Award after using her lunch time to help Lewis County High School students with math.
Sep 24, 2026, 1:51 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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WVU Jackson’s Mill will host the free two-day event from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day and is still seeking craft vendors and heritage artisans.
Sep 24, 2026, 1:30 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
Organizers canceled the race and said preregistered participants can request a refund or transfer their registration.
Sep 24, 2026, 1:17 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
Flood relief information is available on Weston’s main webpage, with more resources being gathered. Residents seeking help should call the city or the appropriate agency rather than post questions on Facebook.
Sep 23, 2026, 8:23 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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HeartHouse is seeking volunteers for its arts and health programs and the second phase of its household-goods Distribution Center. Interested residents can email [email protected] or [email protected].
Sep 24, 2026, 12:12 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
Bus 26-17 will not run Sept. 24. Crawford students should meet Bus 27-13 at the Walkersville Fire Department at 7:10 a.m.; other students will use their regular stops.
Sep 23, 2026, 11:34 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
Lewis County was 26th in Class AAA at 0-4 in WVSSAC playoff ratings released Tuesday by WV MetroNews.
Sep 23, 2026, 11:29 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Brodi F., Milani M. and Isaac M. attended the WVSSAC Chick-Fil-A Leadership Summit in Fairmont on Sept. 22, after being nominated for the conference.
Sep 23, 2026, 11:24 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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The Lewis County Chamber of Commerce welcomed Hometown Wellness Center, a new local business owned by Tyler Hall and focused on wellness and care.
Sep 23, 2026, 11:07 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
Lewis County High School wrestling will hold a parents meeting Sept. 30 at 6 p.m. in the cafeteria.
Sep 23, 2026, 10:49 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum says glass block windows in certain wards brought in diffused daylight while providing a barrier.
Sep 23, 2026, 10:39 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
A community list dated Sept. 1 said 65 Lewis County businesses remained closed or had altered operations after the July 21 flood; four were reported permanently closed.