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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 21, 2026, 5:16 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
Fashion, home, electronics, toys and other parts of the Weston Supercenter are expected to reopen Friday, Sept. 25, while refrigerated and frozen groceries remain unavailable.
Sep 21, 2026, 5:03 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
The Jane Lew Lions Club lists several Jane Lew drop-off locations for prescription, sunglasses and reading glasses, including damaged items.
Sep 21, 2026, 4:14 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
The Market Place Mall flood relief distribution center in Weston will operate Wednesday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., through Oct. 2, with FEMA staff onsite. After Oct. 2, the center will operate by appointment only.
Sep 21, 2026, 4:07 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
A Lewis County Bulletin Board post from colored by payt offers extensions for hair loss, added volume, length or personal style, along with hair toppers.
Sep 21, 2026, 4:05 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
Louis Bennett Public Library says Libby will require a PIN number beginning Oct. 15, 2026.
Sep 21, 2026, 2:09 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
Agnes Quinn Queen’s list says 68 businesses had fully reopened and 65 remained closed or operating in altered form as of 8:50 p.m. Sept. 1.
Sep 21, 2026, 12:18 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
A Facebook post announces a new farmhouse yeast bread and says sourdough or farmhouse bread preorders are due by 6 p.m. Wednesday.
Sep 21, 2026, 12:10 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
The National Weather Service says excessive rainfall could cause flash flooding in Lewis County and other parts of West Virginia through 8 a.m. Wednesday.
Sep 21, 2026, 11:20 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum says HYSTERIA opens Sept. 25 and runs on select nights through Oct. 31 in Weston.
Sep 21, 2026, 10:33 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
Stonewall Resort says its seasonal calendar includes Murder Mystery Dinner Shows, Bonfires & Pours, live music, social dance series, the Glazed & Confused Fun Run and a Farm to Table Dinner.
Sep 21, 2026, 10:18 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
USACE Stonewall Jackson Lake urges people recreating at the lake to stay aware of their surroundings and wear a life jacket.
Sep 21, 2026, 10:10 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
Agnes Quinn Queen reported 953 homes without power as of 8:30 a.m., with restoration estimated between 10 and 11:30 a.m.
Sep 21, 2026, 9:26 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
The City of Weston has collected links for damage reports, recovery assistance, volunteers, housing concerns and flood-relief donations.
Sep 21, 2026, 9:15 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
Buses 26, 27, 32, 36 and 47 will not run today because of closed roads. Roanoke Elementary is also closed because of a power outage.
Sep 21, 2026, 8:13 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
Stonewall Jackson Lake is urging adults to wear life jackets after warning that children can be left drifting alone if an adult goes overboard.
Sep 21, 2026, 5:18 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
The Lewis County War Memorial and Louis Bennett Public Library lists its weekly hours and Storytime at 11 a.m. every Thursday.