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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, 7:14 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 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.
Oct 2, 2026, 5:32 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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The Jane Lew Lions Club is encouraging residents to wear pink on October 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 in solidarity with everyone affected by breast cancer.
Oct 2, 2026, 3:16 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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The City of Weston lists October 3 as the FEMA application deadline and identifies two Weston locations for application help and registration questions. The Elizabeth Street center lists Monday–Saturday hours, while the Market Place pop-up lists Wednesday–Friday hours through October 2.
Oct 1, 2026, 10:10 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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The Lewis County Economic Development Authority announced an Oct. 17 celebration of life for Rod Wyman. A time and venue were not available.
Sep 30, 2026, 1:41 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Chase Arbogast and Jeffrey Vaughn will perform free bluegrass and Appalachian music October 9 at the Central WV Genealogy & History Library in Horner. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., with an open jam following the scheduled music.
Sep 28, 2026, 12:42 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Nikki Pringle reported seeing and feeding a dog near Pricetown Dollar General on September 28 before it moved on. The dog's current whereabouts are not established.
Sep 27, 2026, 12:19 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Lewis County CVB is inviting submissions of upcoming public events in Lewis County for its calendar and E-newsletter. For the print-friendly edition, organizers should email event details and a photo by the 14th of the month before the event.