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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 19, 2026, 1:00 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
Louis Bennett Public Library says it currently has no Wi-Fi because of a major outage, while its computers remain working.
Sep 19, 2026, 12:47 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
A community notice shares Jerry’s Salvage, LLC’s price sheet effective September 10, with copper and other scrap-metal rates, cash terms and two recycling-center contacts.
Sep 19, 2026, 11:42 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
A notice shared in the West Virginia - Lewis County Yard Sale Group says The Ink Lab in Clarksburg is accepting walk-ins all day Sept. 19 and scheduling appointments by message.
Sep 19, 2026, 11:17 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
A notice shared in The WWN says nine-week-old bunnies, sourdough bread and fresh-squeezed lemonade are available Sept. 19 starting at 10 a.m., first come, first served.
Sep 18, 2026, 1:56 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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A notice shared in The WWN says Iron Moose is adding junk-removal service for garage cleanouts, remodel cleanup and other hauling needs.
Sep 19, 2026, 10:56 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
A community listing advertises about 10,000 square feet of commercial space at 88 Rock Cave Road, with refrigeration, cold storage, a stove connection and more than 20 paved parking spaces.
Sep 19, 2026, 10:56 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
A community-group listing advertises a 2015 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Limited with 122,000 miles, a West Virginia inspection and a $9,979 asking price before tax and fees.
Sep 19, 2026, 10:39 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
The Butchersville Baseball/Softball Complex has posted a public 2026 fall baseball and softball schedule graphic for residents who want to catch a game.
Sep 19, 2026, 10:39 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
The Lewis County Chamber of Commerce has announced 13 participants for Leadership Lewis Cohort 4, a monthly program continuing through spring 2027.
Sep 19, 2026, 10:05 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
West Virginia’s National Hunting and Fishing Day celebration is scheduled Saturday, Sept. 19, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Stonewall Resort State Park in Roanoke.
Sep 18, 2026, 5:20 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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The Guild says its Weston shop is open until 7 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, with newly fired work available.
Sep 16, 2026, 11:11 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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A Sept. 19 Loveberry Bake Shop notice says the Horner shop is open until noon with breakfast and baked goods at 3034 Old Route 33.
Sep 19, 2026, 9:42 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
A community notice lists Flour Power farm-stand hours from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sept. 19-20 at 120 West Sixth Street in Weston.
Sep 19, 2026, 9:30 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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Corridor H Physical Therapy of Horner is participating in a Sept. 19 community health fair at West Virginia Wesleyan College in Buckhannon from 9 a.m. to noon.
Sep 19, 2026, 8:47 AM • Lewis County Newsroom
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reported a 7:30 a.m. lake elevation of 1,072.96 feet on Sept. 19, with stained water and a warning about floating debris.
Sep 16, 2026, 7:58 PM • Lewis County Newsroom
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The IRS exempt-organization file lists Central West Virginia HEART, Inc. at 266 Main Avenue in Weston with a June 2026 501(c)(3) ruling month.