February 2026

Marlyn Dexel “Deck” Scott, age 71 years, a resident of Valley Bend, passed away Monday, February 16, 2026, at his home, under the care of West Virgina Caring Hospice and surrounded by his family. Read More

Casting himself as a political outsider in a three-way Republican primary, Jack Reger on Tuesday outlined an expansive platform for West Virginia’s 11th Senate District during a campaign launch at the Tygart Hotel. Read More

House Bill 4656 would make sweeping changes to how West Virginia handles chronic absenteeism, shifting the focus from punishment to intervention and formally ending truancy as a status offense. Read More

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Brenda Kay “Bren” Dailey passed away unexpectedly, February 5, 2026, at home leaving behind a legacy of kindness, hard work, and a generous spirit. Read More

David Lee Swecker, age 83 years, a resident of Elkins passed away Monday morning, February 2, 2026 at his residence under the care of WV Caring Hospice. Read More

Pearl Mae Martin (90) passed from this life in the evening of Sunday, February 1, 2026. Read More

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Jane McClave Lawson, 83, of Elkins, WV, passed away on January 27, 2026. Read More