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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 2, 2026, 8:44 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Lewis County High School and Robert L. Bland Middle School runners competed in the August 29 nighttime relay meet at Preston High School.
Sep 2, 2026, 6:00 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Current state data keeps all six public schools marked for Community Eligibility, but fewer SNAP certifications could pressure future federal meal reimbursements.
Sep 2, 2026, 3:00 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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The three-hour Stonewall Resort program will recognize local businesses and community leaders while raising money for Chamber initiatives.
Sep 2, 2026, 12:00 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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The Family Resource Network says it and the county commission have case-managed hundreds of requests since the July flood; its caption and graphic disagree on the completed-case total.
Sep 1, 2026, 8:59 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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People with Lewis County rental homes available for short- or long-term stays are being asked to contact Commissioner Agnes Quinn Queen as displaced families rebuild.
Sep 1, 2026, 1:17 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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The county network is one of four nonprofits sharing Fuel the Burn proceeds as its flood work moves toward home repairs and longer-term recovery.
Sep 1, 2026, 12:00 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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The Minutemen moved above .500 with a six-goal road win and return home Thursday for a Big 10 matchup with Robert C. Byrd.
Sep 1, 2026, 12:00 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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The Minutemaids recorded their second consecutive draw Tuesday and return to Weston for a conference match with Robert C. Byrd on Thursday night.
Sep 1, 2026, 12:00 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Seven Weston locations will distribute free naloxone and provide administration training and resource connections on Thursday, September 24.
Sep 1, 2026, 12:00 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Giovanni's has resumed its regular hours and full menu after an almost complete renovation, a health inspection and a community-supported rebuild following the July 21 flood.
Sep 1, 2026, 12:00 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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An extended tie-in repair may cause cloudy water, low pressure or outages for affected Weston customers; restoration is expected around 4 p.m. if work stays on schedule.
Sep 1, 2026, 10:26 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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The $150 guided tour includes Jackson's Mill, the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum and Appalachian Glass during its Lewis County day.
Sep 1, 2026, 9:11 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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A new county agreement allows authorized Upshur flood debris into Lewis County’s staging site, but only National Guard crews may deliver it.
Sep 1, 2026, 6:40 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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The September 9-11 self-advocacy conference will now meet at Cedar Lakes because Lewis County Schools is using Jackson's Mill after flood damage closed the middle school.
Sep 1, 2026, 6:29 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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The National Weather Service expects a mostly sunny Sunday near 80 degrees and a sunny Labor Day near 82; no weather alerts were active Saturday night.
Aug 31, 2026, 5:27 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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R.K. Construction submitted the low bid for the park project, but the state has not announced when work or temporary trail restrictions will begin.