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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 19, 2026, 1:19 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
A post shared in The WWN invites residents to a virtual town hall on Monday, Sept. 21, via Zoom; the organizer, subject, start time and complete meeting link are not stated.
Sep 2, 2026, 3:00 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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The City of Weston calendar lists food-pantry distributions at 240 Court Avenue; the city's current recovery page confirms regular Tuesday and Thursday hours of 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the remaining September dates.
Sep 18, 2026, 11:54 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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The Museum of American Glass says its free Glass Club meets Wednesday, Sept. 23, at 7 p.m. at 230 Main Ave. in Weston; nonmembers are welcome.
Sep 18, 2026, 10:38 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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The Lewis County Diaper Bank is seeking diapers, especially sizes 4 and 5, and says donations can be taken to the Food Pantry or Family Resource Network at 240 Court Avenue in Weston; confirm current drop-off details first.
Sep 18, 2026, 1:39 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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A Phat Daddy’s notice advertises a Saturday, Sept. 19 pizza, wings and garlic-knots special for $30; a separate hours notice lists Tuesday-Friday 11 a.m.-7 p.m. and Saturday 3-7 p.m. hours in Clarksburg.
Sep 18, 2026, 10:38 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
Agnes Quinn Queen’s community recovery notice says Burton’s Service Station has fully reopened and is again offering all services.
Sep 18, 2026, 10:08 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum lists Wraith Chasers ghost-hunting events for Dec. 4-5 from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. in Weston.
Sep 18, 2026, 9:15 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
WVU Jackson's Mill says its free Harvest Time at the Mill event will run Oct. 17-18 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., with heritage demonstrations and craft and food vendors.
Sep 18, 2026, 8:38 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Lewis County Park is seeking contractor bids to replace about 420 square feet of concession-stand flooring; the bid deadline has not been announced.
Sep 18, 2026, 7:18 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
MaxPreps lists Lewis County’s girls varsity soccer team against Elkins at 8 p.m. Thursday, September 24, at Lewis County High School in Weston.
Sep 18, 2026, 7:18 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
A public notice says Garton Real Estate Group has reopened after the July 21 flooding; the firm’s website currently lists Lewis County operations and contact information.
Sep 11, 2026, 12:00 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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The Arts Council of Weston will offer Sept. 19 flood-poetry sessions for three age groups at Central WV HEART House, followed by a 7 p.m. evening reading.
Sep 18, 2026, 6:45 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
The current MaxPreps page lists 19 players on Lewis County High School’s 2026-27 boys soccer roster.
Sep 18, 2026, 5:58 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
Butcher Plumbing says a new office is coming and Kimmie Butcher and Georgia Kuhn will handle phone lines and scheduling as the field team focuses on plumbing work.
Sep 18, 2026, 5:40 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
The Little Shop at Greenbrier in Lost Creek says it is open Friday through Monday with thrift items, homemade goods and seasonal foods.
Sep 18, 2026, 5:19 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
Pat Boyle Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Jane Lew has posted a public obituary listing for Jacqueline Marie Stout.