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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, 5:05 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
Crites Electric is accepting applications in Buckhannon for licensed electricians and plumbers involved in generator installations, along with generator service technicians.
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, 3:10 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
A public community post lists a two-bedroom apartment in the Horner area and a one-bedroom apartment in Weston, with a phone number for details.
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, 12:24 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
Justin Chandler is offering mobile repair for tractors, lawn equipment, recreational vehicles and automobiles.
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.