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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.
USACE Stonewall Jackson Lake reminded Halloween weekend visitors to wear a properly fitted life jacket whenever they are in, on or near open water.
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.
Keri Lambert reminded the Lewis County High School Facebook group that there is no school Nov. 2–3, with students returning Wednesday, Nov. 4.
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.
Dale Hawkins announced that Fish Hawk Acres will take a four-day staff break Friday, Oct. 30, through Monday, Nov. 2, to give employees and himself time to rest.
Lewis County will move from Class AAA to Class AA for sports with four classifications beginning in the 2027-2028 school year, WV MetroNews reported. The classifications will remain in place through 2030-2031.
The Lewis County Chamber of Commerce recognized Vandalia Health–Mon Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital as a Diamond Sponsor of its 90th annual gala.
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Sep 21, 2026, 8:16 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, 7:56 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
People working food concessions at the Butchersville Baseball/Softball Complex are required to have food handlers cards, according to a notice seeking interest in an arranged training session.
Sep 21, 2026, 7:56 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
WV MetroNews says its Hotline Crew program is moving to a 2-5 p.m. schedule, with planned appearances from Chef Paul Smith, Kristyn Burtt and former NFL player Carl Lee.
Sep 21, 2026, 7:49 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
The Jane Lew Lions Club is collecting prescription, sunglasses and reading glasses at several locations in Jane Lew.
Sep 21, 2026, 7:46 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
Majestic Mountains Studio says it is booking fall family photography sessions at WVWC’s Agnes Howard Hall, with 15 spots available.
Sep 21, 2026, 7:31 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
The Lewis County Chamber of Commerce is encouraging residents to support Lewis County 4-H by purchasing a shirt and wearing green during National 4-H Month.
Sep 21, 2026, 7:24 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
Doss Enterprises, LC is seeking off-road haul truck drivers for its heavy construction team in Jane Lew.
Sep 21, 2026, 7:12 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
Thrasher’s Bridgeport office is hiring for multiple survey positions, according to the Lewis County Chamber of Commerce.
Sep 21, 2026, 7:08 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
Several Lewis County High School student-athletes helped unload flood-relief supplies after a truck arrived and the Guard needed assistance, according to LCHS Minutemen Athletics.
Sep 21, 2026, 6:31 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
Country Roads Physical Therapy is seeking a part-time office assistant for its East Fairmont clinic.
Sep 21, 2026, 6:26 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
The Lewis County Chamber of Commerce says one-on-one, walk-in grant assistance will be available Tuesday in Charleston for grant-eligible West Virginia communities, nonprofits and businesses.
Sep 21, 2026, 6:13 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
WDTV 5 News reports that Dave & Buster’s has opened a new Morgantown-area location in Westover.
Sep 21, 2026, 5:50 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
Christopher Lonas says he has some availability for siding, renovation and flooring work and can be contacted with questions.
Sep 21, 2026, 5:50 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
Wanda Moody is offering several used baby and child-care items for sale, with details and prices available by private message.
Sep 21, 2026, 5:38 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
Shear Bliss in Weston is seeking applicants, according to a local job-posting Facebook post.
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.