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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 17, 2026, 10:39 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
The Minutemaids swept Lincoln and Elkins before going 1-3 against state-ranked competition at The Bridge Sports Complex.
Sep 17, 2026, 10:24 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
The Minutemen won a four-team match at Stonewall Resort, then finished second at the Valley View Invitational in Moorefield.
Sep 17, 2026, 9:47 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
Owen Debar finished third and Heidi Hefner fourth as Lewis County High School and Robert L. Bland Middle School competed at the Apple Valley Invitational.
Sep 17, 2026, 6:56 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
The Public Service Commission says the formal Valley Link Transmission Line case has not yet been filed, but comments may be submitted online under case number FP Valley Link 26A.
Sep 17, 2026, 6:37 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
Linda Jean Hess, 72, of Clarksburg, died Sept. 13, according to the obituary published by Hardman Family Funeral Home.
Sep 17, 2026, 6:19 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
The Lewis County Minutemen are listed 24th in Class AAA after three weeks of regular-season play, with a 0-3 record and a rating of 2.
Sep 16, 2026, 8:39 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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The Buckhannon Band of Brothers is selling $15 West Virginia scenic calendars and aims to raise $70,000 to $80,000 for flood victims and other charitable work.
Sep 16, 2026, 8:39 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
Visitation is set for Friday evening at Pat Boyle Funeral Home in Jane Lew, followed by a Saturday morning funeral Mass at Saint Boniface Catholic Church in Camden.
Sep 16, 2026, 7:58 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
A Lewis County End Zone Club community post includes Lewis County’s Kellan Wolverton among three football prospects expected at a Southern Summit.
Sep 16, 2026, 7:58 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
A Lewis County High School community post says broadcasting-program alumnus Kellen Bruffey received an internship with WVU’s men’s and women’s hockey teams.
Sep 16, 2026, 7:58 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
Bramble & Briar says it is preparing to open an Appalachian folk-magic and apothecary shop in Weston, with the opening date and storefront address still to come.
Sep 15, 2026, 3:45 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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A Lewis County CVB schedule graphic adds September 23 and 30 as line-dancing dates at Sunny Pointe Corn Maze in Jane Lew; times and registration details are not published.
Sep 11, 2026, 2:42 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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WVU Jackson’s Mill says more than 150 Lewis County fifth graders completed seven hands-on stations about water resources, aquatic ecosystems, watersheds and conservation.
Sep 16, 2026, 5:39 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
The City of Weston calendar lists LRA, Planning Commission, Tree Commission and Parks and Recreation meetings at 102 W. Second Street from September 21 through 25.
Sep 2, 2026, 12:10 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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The Lewis County Chamber lists a public ribbon cutting from noon to 1 p.m. September 29 at Hometown Wellness Center, 37 Elizabeth Drive in Weston.
Sep 16, 2026, 5:18 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
A notice shared in the Lewis County rentals group says Motel 79 in Burnsville is offering special pricing to flood-affected residents and people traveling to help with cleanup.