All schools in Upshur County will close at 1 p.m. today. All B-UHS sporting events today are canceled.

Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital plans Safety Fair on October 29

WESTON, WV – The 13th Annual Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital Children’s Safety Fair will be held on Saturday, October 29 at the hospital from 11 AM – 1:30 PM. 

A variety of vendors will be participating in the event including the Weston City Police, Weston Volunteer Fire Department, Lewis County Emergency Squad, Lewis County Family Resource Network, Lewis County 911 Center, Hope Incorporated, Rotary Club, Lewis County Heart Society, and the FBI.

The Children’s Safety Fair aims to promote safe and healthy lifestyle choices for children. The Dietary Department at Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital will provide fruit, water, and lunch for participants.

The children’s costume raffle will be held at noon. Children will be divided by ages 0-3, 4-7, 8-10, and 11-13 with categories for most original, scariest, and funniest costumes.

If you are interested in participating in the event, please contact 304-517-8612. To learn more about Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital, visit MonHealth.com.

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