News Release

Mountain Creek Appalachian Cuisine Restaurant will open Aug. 8 at Pipestem Resort State Park’s Mountain Creek Lodge, accessible by aerial tramway.

Vandalia Health’s Mobile Mammo Unit will offer walk-in screenings Aug. 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Buckhannon Medical Care. Women 40 and older who meet eligibility guidelines can receive fast, confidential breast cancer screening without an appointment.

Upshur County 4-H and FFA exhibitors showcased a year of work at the 2026 Youth Livestock Show and Sale. Eli DeGarmo earned Overall Showman, Lindy Wagoner took reserve showman and grand champions were named across eight project categories.

Peak Health’s Peak Advantage Medicare Advantage plans earned a 4.5-star CMS rating, making them West Virginia’s highest-rated. The recognition reflects strong member experiences and a commitment to coordinated, high-quality care.

The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources has completed more than $1.2 million in improvements at Plum Orchard Lake Wildlife Management Area in Fayette County.

Governor Patrick Morrisey highlighted recent national recognition for New River Gorge, Lewisburg and West Virginia tourism as the state reported record visitor impact.

Former Delegate David Elliott Pritt has withdrawn from West Virginia’s Nov. 3 general election ballot. Under state law, the Republican Party cannot name a replacement, and an eligibility challenge involving Pritt is now moot.

WVDOT mourns Kathryn “Kathy” Smith, whose leadership helped transform abandoned rail lines into treasured West Virginia attractions. Her work with DGVR brought more than a million excursion passengers to the state and left a lasting legacy in rail tourism.

West Virginia’s new 5-minute digital Home Safety Survey helps homeowners and renters identify fire hazards and receive immediate safety guidance. Responses will also help officials and local fire departments address community fire risks.

Stonewall Resort will host An Evening of Hope at 6 p.m. Aug. 15 to aid flood recovery in Lewis and Upshur counties. The $75 benefit includes a reception, dinner and entertainment, with all admission fees supporting flood victims.