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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 20, 2026, 11:48 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
A Lewis County Bulletin Board seller is asking $7,000 cash or best offer for a 4WD truck with an automatic 5.9-liter engine; the listing says it needs inspection.
Sep 20, 2026, 11:42 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
A seller’s listing in a Lewis-area yard-sale group advertises a garage-kept, two-owner 4WD truck for $7,000 cash or best offer and says it needs inspection.
Sep 20, 2026, 11:00 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
Wreath & Mantle says it will draw one winner Nov. 1 for a gift box; entries require following the business, sharing the post and tagging six friends.
Sep 18, 2026, 10:51 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Country Style Boutique says its Buckhannon shop is open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 20, with a free grab bag for purchases of $20 or more and the final day to enter its handbag drawing.
Sep 18, 2026, 10:22 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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The National Weather Service issued a Flood Warning for south-central Lewis County through 2:30 p.m. Sunday after 1.5 to 2.5 inches of rain fell.
Sep 20, 2026, 9:56 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reported a 7:30 a.m. lake elevation of 1,072.97 feet on Sept. 20, or 0.47 feet above summer pool, and cautioned boaters about floating debris.
Sep 20, 2026, 8:12 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
The department says the raffle now has 500 chances at $20 each, with a $5,000 grand prize and additional $500 cash drawings.
Sep 15, 2026, 11:09 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Robert L. Bland Middle School will hold its first Local School Improvement Council meeting at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 23, at the Ag Hall at Jackson’s Mill.
Sep 20, 2026, 2:17 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Chosen by Faith Pregnancy Resource Center plans a Walk for Life fundraiser at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, at Jane Lew Park; registration is $10 per person or another donation amount.
Sep 16, 2026, 3:22 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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The City of Weston says its flood-recovery webpage is being updated and directs questions to 304-269-6141; the page links damage, assistance, volunteer and housing resources for Lewis County residents.
Sep 20, 2026, 12:21 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
Earthstone Hollow Dairy says Grazer's Market takes pre-orders by 5 p.m. Monday for Tuesday goat-milk orders in Weston.
Sep 20, 2026, 12:00 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
A community notice lists a Wednesday pool tournament at 72 Interstate Hollow Road in Mt. Clare with a $10 buy-in and 7:30 p.m. start.
Sep 19, 2026, 11:22 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
A community post says a Glenville State student group has donated school supplies available for a local school and is asking what the middle school needs.
Sep 16, 2026, 1:02 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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The Jane Lew Fire Department lists its Oct. 30 Halloween Cash Bash, with doors at 6 p.m., a 7 p.m. first drawing, $30 tickets and a separate $10 rifle-package raffle.
Sep 16, 2026, 2:25 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Lewis County Junior Wrestling says its Sept. 19 slowpitch fundraiser completed 12 games, with PVS undefeated and Clayton Shaver winning a 41-entry Home Run Derby.
Sep 19, 2026, 9:04 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
A Lewis County Chamber post sharing a Foster Feed notice lists 8-inch mums at $6.50 each or four for $25, and 12-inch mums at $19.99.