Pittsburgh Steelers chaplain and “Do It Afraid” author Kent Chevalier will speak on “Built to Last: What is Your Foundation?” Sept. 25 at 7 p.m. in Wesley Chapel. The free public event will explore building an identity rooted beyond achievement and recognition.
An Upshur County grand jury returned 25 indictments in the September 2026 term, according to the grand jury press report.
Pipestem Resort State Park will host its first Oktoberfest Oct. 16–18, with German food, live music, artisan vendors, games and a car show.
Explore West Virginia history from September 13–19, from Civil War battles and legal milestones to influential musicians, governors and writers.
Girl Scouts will debut Patch Pals dog treats and allergy-friendly Sparkables for the 2027 cookie season. Available exclusively online for direct shipping in January, the new treats expand the beloved tradition to more families and four-legged friends.
Sen. Shelley Moore Capito attended 11-year-old Winnie Stanley’s book signing at Fairmont State. “Winnie’s Big Day” draws on Stanley’s experience with spinal muscular atrophy to help children facing medical procedures feel less alone.
Vandalia Health will receive $612,000 in West Virginia’s first round of rural health funding. Its WorkWell Connect network will link employees statewide to screenings, primary and specialty care, mobile clinics and telemedicine.
The Thacker family donated 47 acres to Audra State Park and gave $15,000 to the West Virginia State Parks Foundation for signage and future trails in the park’s new Thacker Addition.
The American Pops Orchestra’s free September tour brings professional musical theatre to elementary schools across underserved Appalachian communities. Since 2017, APO’s educational programs have reached nearly one million students nationwide.
West Virginia’s PSC will hold a public hearing Sept. 28 in Charleston on proposed power generation rules under HB 2014. Those wishing to participate must notify the commission by Sept. 18 and submit materials by Sept. 23.
