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Justice announces Week 4 guidelines
Wednesday, May 13, 2020
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Governor Jim Justice holds a daily press briefing Tuesday afternoon. By Kari Conaway Staff Writer CHARLESTON — Governor Jim Justice resumed his daily press briefings via YouTube this week, providing continual updates on the state’s response efforts to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. Week 3 of WV Strong: The Comeback plan began Monday, permitting wellness facilities supervised by licensed professionals and drive-in movie theaters to reopen. The governor announced Monday that Week 4 will officially begin on Thursday, May 21, the start of Memorial Day weekend, and explained the guidelines and expectations for the Mountain State. Justice said he will permit indoor restaurants to open at 50 percent capacity, along with large or specialty retail stores, the Hatfield-McCoy Trail System, outdoor motorsport and powersport racing without spectators, outdoor recreation rentals for kayaks, bikes and similar equipment, and State Park campgrounds to in-state residents only. On Tuesday, May 26, State Park cabins and lodges will also be permitted to open to in-state residents only. Additional guidance for these businesses is available at governor.wv.org. Lastly, the governor announced that on Thursday, May 21, he will lift the 14-day self-quarantine period for out-of-state travelers, and additional guidance for hotels, cabins and other properties will also be posted on his website. Justice gave an update on the current state statistics Monday. “I want you, West Virginia, to know just how proud you should be of what you’ve done,” he explained. Justice also listed the bordering states’ death tolls in comparison, as Ohio with 1,341 deaths, Pennsylvania with 3,811, Virginia with 850, Maryland with 1,683 and Kentucky with 304, while West Virginia had 57 as of Tuesday. The state’s Fatality Rate currently stands at 4.16 percent. Justice showed that the WV Positive Growth Rate for Sunday was 0.4 percent for two days in a row. The WV Cumulative Percent of Tests Positive was 2.11 percent. The 813 recovered cases exceed the number of active cases at 515. West Virginia has tested 3.66 percent of the state’s population, higher than See Justice on Page 5
BOE congratulates winners By Kari Conaway Staff Writer
WESTON — The Lewis County Board of Education met Monday evening to discuss business. Members of the public were able to attend the virtual meeting telephonically. Board member Paul Derico was not in attendance. The board recognized and congratulated Robert L. Bland Middle School’s Cook Amanda Wimer, who was recognized with the School Amanda Wimer – Winner Nutrition Association’s Na- of the National School tional School Lunch Hero Lunch Hero Award and Award and also as 2019-20 Employee of the Year for Employee of the Year for the the Mideast Region. Mideast Region. Wimer will be honored again at the national conference this July in Nashville, Tennessee. The board also recognized and congratulated the following Fred Eberle Technical Center’s local Skills Competition winners from Lewis County for the 2019-2020 year: See BOE on Page 5
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The pool will remain closed for the summer at Lewis County Park. By Kari Conaway Staff Writer WESTON — The Lewis County Park announced that the pool will not open this season, cancelled all reservations and restricted park use for the summer. Park Director Josh Hinchman explained that the park is following guidelines set by Governor Justice, health experts and the Lewis County Health Department. As of now, parks are limited to foot traffic only for picnics and walking. Hinchman explained most people are already cancelling
anyway, since the pavilions are usually used along with the pool. For now, the playgrounds and courts in the park will not be available, as they would need to be cleaned properly after each use. Hinchman explained that pavilions wouldn’t be able to be used until late June in the best-case scenario. He also hopes to open playgrounds and courts after restrictions are further lifted. Even by the end of June, the maximum number of people gathering in a group is still predicted to be limited to 25
GSC expands Home Grown Initiative statewide By Karli Hamrick Staff Writer
recruit high school students interested in teaching, particularly those interested in high-demand subject areas such as math, science, special education and early childhood. Overall, the goal is to encourage the youth of West Virginia to become highly qualified teachers for the communities in our state, according to GSC Dean of Education Dr. Jeff Hunter. This initiative reportedly allows high school seniors interested in the education program at GSC the opportunity to receive annual competitive scholarships, take part in peer and professional mentoring, advising, and
GLENVILLE — Glenville State College is continuing its legacy of training teachers through the Home Grown Initiative (HGI) and is excited to announce the program’s expansion to serve students statewide. To address the issue of teacher shortages in West Virginia, Glenville State College came up with a creative solution that aims to benefit all concerned. Through extensive collaboration and discussions, the HGI program has now expanded this unique opportunity to all 55 counties in the state. The desired outcome for the program is to identify and See GSC on Page 6
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people or less. “I think the original plan that they were doing was the three to six weeks plan for the opening, but now it seems that everything is slowing down on opening, so that’s why we’re not sure. We just know it’s going to be pretty late in the summer before we’ll really be able to be open to the public. It’s just going to be best just to cancel,” Hinchman said. In the meantime, the park will be working on maintenance and adding new amenities. The new park lighting will be installed throughout the area,
as well as a disk golf course. They will also be extending walking and hiking trails, according to Hinchman. Lewis County Commission released the following statement: “The County Commission has much regret about this decision, but it would be impossible to follow all of the social distancing, sanitation and maximum occupancy requirements. Each piece of play equipment in the park and every chair, slide, etc. See Pool on Page 5
There’s a new Judge in town
By Kari Conaway Staff Writer
WESTON — Jim Terango was recently appointed as Weston’s new Municipal Judge. Mr. Terango resides in Stonewood. Along with his duties in Weston, Terango remains the Municipal Judge for Stonewood, Nutter Fort and Salem, in addition to serving as the Chief Tax Deputy for the Harrison County Sheriff’s Department. Weston Municipal Judge Terango brings with him Jim Terango many years of experience. He served as Director of Field Services for the State Auditor’s office for 12 years, Magistrate of Harrison County for six years, Shinnston’s Chief of Police for two years, a Correctional Officer for the Harrison County Sheriff for two years and worked four years in the Harrison County Sheriff’s Department in the Legal Process Division. “I’m looking forward to serving the City of Weston and being the Jurist for their Municipal Court. The decisions rendered will be based on ordinances and the rules of civil and criminal procedure. Municipal Court has current jurisdiction and follows the rules of the West Virginia Magistrates, and they will be adhered to,” Terango assured. City Council voted to appoint Municipal Judge Jim Terango during the April 6 regular meeting, replacing interim Kristen Donaldson. “Mr. Terango brings several years of experience to the job. I’m sure that will benefit the citizens of Weston greatly,” Mayor Kim Harrison said. “He comes across very professional and he develops a good rapport in his interactions with people.” Mayor Harrison also explained that the timing of hiring the new Judge was important because of the recent hire of a new Building Inspector Zoning Officer. Mr. Terango’s services will be needed more as the other employees are able to carry out their duties. She explained that the timing is all about putting proper structure in place and all the employees working in tandem. “We’re building a strong team,” Mayor Harrison stated. Welcome to Weston, Judge Terango! SATURDAY Partly Sunny 80/61
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OBITUARIES
DANNY W. JAMES
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Danny W. James, 70, of Good Hope, left this life after a courageous battle with cancer and moved on to his Heavenly Home that God prepared for him on Saturday, May 9, 2020. He was surrounded by his loving family throughout the fight and passed on in the comfort of his own home. He was born in Caldwell, OH, on September 24, 1949, to the late Ray William and Alda Mae Rylee James. In addition to his parents, Danny was preceded in death by one great-grandson, Kane James; and one sister, Patricia James. On October 28, 1966, Danny married his sweetheart, Susan Edna Jarrett. Together they shared the last 53 years and the joys of raising their children. Surviving Danny are his wife, Susan James of Good Hope; three children: Michael James and wife, Shonna, of Weirton, Cynthia Brown and husband, John, of Narvon, PA, and Heather Wagoner and husband, Josh, of Good Hope; seven grandchildren: Derek James, Lauren James, Olivia James, Grayson James, Chance Penebaker, Wesley Brown, and Cody Wagoner; four great-grandchildren: Chase, Allyson, Colby, and Luke; one brother, Darrel James and wife, Debbie, of Good Hope; three sisters: Delcia Cayton and husband, Bill, of Walkersville, Glenda Heffinger and husband, Jack, of Good Hope, and Lora Riffle and husband, Robert, of Richmond, VA; and several nieces and nephews. Danny graduated from South Harrison High School
Yvonne Bridgette Poorman, 67, of Glenville, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Thursday, May 7, 2020, at Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital in Weston. She was born in Rochester, PA, on February 16, 1953, a daughter of the late Frederick Clayton and Dora Lee Jones Newell. In addition to her parents, Yvonne was preceded in death by two grandchildren: Amber Berreth and Christopher Bell; one brother, Larry Lee Newell; one nephew, Jeffery Riggs; and one sister-in-law, Darlene Jackson. On June 16, 1978, Yvonne married the love of her life, David A. Poorman. Together they have shared the last 41 years and he will miss her immensely. Yvonne is survived by her husband, David Poorman of Glenville; two children: Leila Hardway of Spencer, and Angela Nance and husband, Calvin, of Virginia Beach, VA; four grandchildren: Dustin, Justin, Matthew, and Clayton; one sister, Dora “Kay” Riggs and husband, Michael, of Big Springs, WV; one nephew and one niece: Michael Riggs and wife, Kimberly, and Samantha McWilliams; one sister-in-law, Penny Ellyson and husband, Leon; one brother-in-law, Dale Poorman; her two K-9 companions: Gucci and Pork; and her many feline friends. Yvonne worked as a Librarian at the Sand Fork Elementary
in 1967. He transitioned straight into the family business of logging and continued that for most of his life. Danny eventually started his own log truck company called D.J. Trucking. He was a huge NASCAR fan and loved to fish. Above all else, Danny treasured his family and felt especially blessed for his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A favorite experience Danny enjoyed with his family was boating at Burnsville Lake. Danny was a loving man and will be missed dearly by all who knew him. A Private Family Service will be held with Darrel James officiating. Interment will follow at Broad Run Church Cemetery in Jane Lew. We, at Pat Boyle Funeral Home and Cremation Service located at 144 Hackers Creek Rd. in Jane Lew, are honored and privileged to serve the OBERT OB family of Danny W. James. Online condolences may be Robert “Bob”Arnold Blake, expressed at www.PatBoyle84, of Weston, passed away unFuneralHome.com. expectedly on Tuesday, May 5, 2020 at his residence. He was born in Orlando on December 30, 1935, a son Put Vehicle Maintenance of the late Orvalle James and Ertha Bennett Blake. on On September 17, 1971, Bob married the love of his life, Betty Lea Skinner. Together they shared 46 THE OIL SPOT INC. OFFERS wonderful years before her AUTO REPAIR SERVICES passing on January 26, 2017. YOU CAN COUNT ON! They have now been reunited 4x4 Services | Brakes | Car & Truck Care | Domestic Cars & Trucks | General Services to share eternity. Heating & Cooling Services | Import Cars & In addition to his parents Trucks Services | Quick Lube Services and wife, Bob was preceded Tires | Undercar Services | Batteries in death by four brothers: Frank, Richard, Everett, and Clint Blake; two sisters: Hazel Dennison and Audrey Vennoy; and one grandson, HOURS MON-FRI 8AM-5PM Robert Larry Teter. SAT 8AM-1PM SUN CLOSED 606 E 3rd Street | Weston, WV 26452 (304) 269-0816 | www.theoilspotinc.net Bob is survived by two children: Sharleen Daley and husband, William, and Charles Cunningham and wife, Donalee, both of Parkersburg; two grandchildren: Sherry Teter and Tyler Lee Cunningham; two great-grandchildren: Brittany and Ryan Lipps; one brother, Homer L. Blake of Walkersville; one sister, Maureen Sobrisky of Fairmont; and several nieces and nephews. Bob was Methodist by faith and was employed at the WV Glass Factory for over 20 years. He enjoyed playing banjo and guitar, and Licensed & Insured Locally Recommended he was an avid hunter and fisherman. Betty was Bob’s one true love and he cherished
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School for three years before becoming a security guard for the Sun Oil Company. Before she became ill, she attended the Camden Flats Baptist Chapel in Glenville. Yvonne enjoyed gardening flowers and especially loved Pansies. She loved all types of animals but especially enjoyed the company of her cats and two dogs. Above all, Yvonne loved spending time at home with her family. Yvonne’s request for cremation has been honored and a Private Service will be held at a later date. We, at Pat Boyle Funeral Home and Cremation Service located at 144 Hackers Creek Rd. in Jane Lew, are honored and privileged to serve the family of Yvonne Bridgette Poorman. Online condolences may be expressed at www. PatBoyleFuneralHome.com.
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her family as his own. He treasured his time spent with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Bob was an amazing father and instilled his extraordinary work ethic in his children. While Bob deserves a beautiful tribute, this is an unknown time with the COVID-19 pandemic. We urge you to follow current statewide restrictions on travel and gatherings. Please be with us in spirit. Graveside Services were held at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens in Jane Lew at 1:45 p.m. on Friday May 8, 2020 with Pastor Bob Hoover officiating. Interment followed. We, at Pat Boyle Funeral Home and Cremation Service, are honored and privileged to serve the family of Robert “Bob” Arnold Blake. Online condolences may be expressed at www.PatBoyleFuneralHome.com.
PAUL WAYNE WINTERS Paul Wayne Winters, 83, of Lost Creek, traveled to God’s garden on Wednesday, May 6, 2020 at his residence. He was born in Clarksburg on August 25, 1936, a son of the late Wilson Buckner and Ada Lorraine Hall Winters. In addition to his parents, one grandson of his heart, John Daniel Ward preceded Paul in death. For the last 17 years, Paul shared his life with his loving companion, Tonya Ward. He treasured their time together and considered her family his own. Cherishing their memories of Paul are his companion, Tonya Ward of Jane Lew; one brother, Phillip B. Winters and wife, Betty Lou, of Elizabeth, WV; three nieces: Janet Spaur and husband, David, of Mineral Wells, WV, Anita Hoover and husband, Scott, of Elizabeth, WV, Lisa G. Fulmer of Edmond, OK; two children of his heart: Danny Ward and wife, Tina, of Lost Creek, and Karen Ward and companion, Steve Freeman, of Clarksburg; three grandchildren of his heart: Sara Ward, Victoria “Little Buddy” Ward, and Tyler Ward; and one great-grandchild of his heart, Layton Jones. After graduating from Lost Creek High School in 1954, Paul worked for Pittsburgh Glass in Clarksburg, Union Carbide of Anmoore, and Junior Reed Water Well Drilling. He also owned and operated the Service Station in Lost Creek. Paul retired from Equitable Gas
after nearly 30 years of employment. He was Methodist by faith and was a member of the Lost Creek United Methodist Church. Paul loved fishing and tinkering in his garden. If the Steelers, Pirates, or Mountaineers were playing, you knew where to find Paul. He enjoyed the simple things in life like spending time at home. Paul’s request for cremation has been honored and a Private Inurnment will be held at Floral Hills Memorial Gardens in Clarksburg. We, at Pat Boyle Funeral Home and Cremation Service located at 144 Hackers Creek Rd. in Jane Lew, are honored and privileged to serve the family of Paul Wayne Winters. Online condolences may be expressed at www. PatBoyleFuneralHome.com.
Statewide food drive raises $52K, 48K pounds of food The Country Roads Statewide Food Drive raised $52,355 and garnered 48,000 pounds of food to feed families across the Mountain State. The drive, held Tuesday at 18 collection sites across West Virginia, was prompted by the emergence of the novel coronavirus. Thirteen of the state’s United Ways participated in the event which was organized by staffs of the United Way and West Virginia Radio Corporation. Online giving at www. countryroadsfooddrive.com along with a $10,000 match from Pickering Associates and $10,000 in gift cards from Kroger garnered a total of $31,359, which the 13 United Ways will split between them to serve their communities. The remaining $20,996 was raised at the collection locations, and the United Ways will be able to keep donations they received on site. One of the largest donations of the day came from the Fairmont Pepsi plant.
Geraldine Bart, representing the plant, dropped off several pallets of donated water and soft drinks during the Country Roads Statewide Food Drive. “Yesterday was an amazing day! It beats any game, any social function, and any political race,” said Jessica Staley, United Way of Monongalia County’s Family Resource Network manager and an organizer of the event. “I love my state, and I love the people who make us West Virginia strong.” “The results of this food drive surpassed all of our expectations,” said Brett White, chair of the West Virginia United Way Collaborative. “We put out the call, and West Virginians rallied and answered in a huge way! The food collected and money donated will go a long way toward helping those in need across the Mountain State.” For more information about the food drive, visit www.countryroadsfooddrive. com or email the United Way of Gilmer, Lewis & Upshur lcunitedway@citynet.net.
Coalton Days canceled
COALTON — In compliance with social distancing guidelines, Coalton Days has been canceled until further notice. Originally set for June 9-13, the festival board made the difficult to decision to cancel 2020 Coalton Days for safety precautions. Notice will be given if the event is able to be rescheduled at a later date.
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President Trump gives an update on the nation’s testing capacity during his press briefing on Monday
By Kari Conaway Staff Writer
WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald Trump held a press briefing Monday on the White House lawn to provide an update on the nation’s impressive testing capacity. “The most advanced and robust testing system anywhere in the world – by far,” Trump said of the United States’ efforts to combat coronavirus. Trump also announced he is sending $1 billion to the states, territories and tribes, to ensure America will continue to conduct more tests than any other country. According to the 1600 Daily, “This massive mobilization, the biggest since World War II, includes expanded production of personal protective equipment, ventilators, tests and more.” Thanks to lab facilities, over 8 million tests have reportedly been performed across the country since the pandemic began. This week, the country will surpass 10 million tests conducted. “This is a core element of our plan to safely and gradually reopen America, and we’re opening and we’re starting and there’s enthusiasm like I haven’t seen in a long time,” Trump said. President Trump explained the expansion by stating, “Three weeks ago, we were conducting roughly 150,000 tests per day; now we’re doing approximately 300,000 tests per day.” The President recently announced that governors will decide when their states can reopen. During his briefing, he stated his team is supporting states with vital supplies, quick approvals of new tests and one-on-one coaching from the White House team to increase capacity quickly. Trump announced that projections and goals have been developed for each state, D.C. and Puerto Rico, totaling 12.9 million tests for the month of May. He also announced that his administration will provide collection supplies to meet their goals. During May, the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Department of Health and Human Services will deliver 12.9 million swabs and are prepared to provide additional supplies if needed by a state. In addition, the Trump Administration will provide 9 million transport media to transport the swabs to the lab. “As a result of these actions, every single state will be able to test more people per capita in May alone, than South Korea has tested in four months since the outbreak began,” Trump said. Also partnering with the private sector, the Trump Administration will deliver more than 9 million N-95 masks, 126 million surgical masks, 9 million face shields, 21 million surgical gowns, 993 million gloves and 10,690 ventilators across the country. “In every generation, through every challenge and hardship and danger, America has risen to the task. We have met the moment and we have prevailed. Americans do whatever it takes to find solutions, pioneer breakthroughs and harness the energies we need to achieve a total victory. Day after day we’re making tremendous strides with the dedication of our doctors and nurses, with the devotion of our manufacturing workers, food suppliers and lab technicians. And with the profound patriotism of the American people, we will defeat this horrible enemy. We will revive our economy and we will transition into greatness,” President Trump proclaimed.
Capito, Manchin announce more than $5.7 Million for community recovery efforts WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W. Va.), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $5,750,278 for communities across West Virginia to prevent, prepare for, and respond to the coronavirus (COVID-19). This funding is made available through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, which received additional funding in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) that was signed into law on Friday, March 27. “It’s important that West Virginians have access to affordable housing and resources to foster economic recovery, especially during these difficult and uncertain times,” Senator Capito said. “This second round of funding through HUD and their CDBG program will help provide additional support to our public housing sector and relief to West Virginians that need it most. This pandemic has impacted West Virginians from all corners of the state, and I will continue to fight for the resources we need back home to continue to stay ahead of the curve and keep our residents safe.” “The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the lives of every West Virginian and has created housing instability for many of our friends and neighbors. Everyone deserves to have a roof over their head and food to eat, and this funding will help ensure that during this crisis, our fellow West Virginians are taken care of. Continuing to invest in our communities is essential to taking care of one another,
and I will continue to fight for funding that will help West Virginians get back on their feet,” said Senator Manchin.
Wednesday, May 13, 2020
HEALTH UPDATES
WV DHHR COVID-19 update for May 12
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) reports as of 5:00 p.m., on May 12, 2020, there have been 65,708 laboratory results received for COVID-19, with 1,378 positive, 64,330 negative and 58 deaths. DHHR has confirmed the death of a 78-year old male from Berkeley County. “We grieve the loss of this West Virginian and send condolences to his family,” said Bill J. Crouch, DHHR Cabinet Secretary. These are considered official numbers reported to the state, which will in turn, be
reported to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Delays may be experienced with the reporting of cases and deaths from the local health department to the state health department. Confirmed Cases Per County: Barbour (7), Berkeley (191), Boone (9), Braxton (2), Brooke (3), Cabell (53), Clay (2), Fayette (34), Gilmer (8), Grant (3), Greenbrier (8), Hampshire (10), Hancock (12), Hardy (17), Harrison (34), Jackson (136), Jefferson (88), Kanawha (186), Lewis (4), Lincoln (5), Logan (14), Marion (46), Marshall (22), Mason (14), McDowell
(6), Mercer (12), Mineral (23), Mingo (3), Monongalia (114), Monroe (6), Morgan (17), Nicholas (8), Ohio (37), Pendleton (5), Pleasants (2), Pocahontas (2), Preston (14), Putnam (28), Raleigh (10), Randolph (5), Ritchie (1), Roane (8), Summers (1), Taylor (8), Tucker (4), Tyler (3), Upshur (6), Wayne (93), Wetzel (6), Wirt (3), Wood (44), Wyoming (1). As case surveillance continues at the local health department level, it may reveal that those tested in a certain county may not be a resident of that county, or even the state as an
individual in question may have crossed the state border to be tested. Please visit the dashboard at www.coronavirus.wv.gov for more information. A Frequently Asked Questions document has been developed regarding case counts and can be found on the website. The number of laboratory results received refers to the number of tests performed and completed, not the number of residents tested as some individuals have had multiple samples taken for COVID-19 tests.
Mon Health SJMH opens Heart and Vascular Office
WESTON — Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital has opened the Stonewall Heart and Vascular Office at Physician Office Building #2. Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Mohit Srivastava, and Cardiologist, Dr. Paul Alappat, will practice at this location. SJMH Chief Administrative Officer, Avah Stalnaker, explained the importance of offering these specialties to local patients. “West Virginia is in what is known as the cardiac belt. This means we have many people who have some form of heart diseases, and, or vascular disease.
“Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital has offered cardiac care since the opening of our first Intensive Care Unit in 1978,” Stalnaker said. Please call (304) 269-6004 to reach the Heart and Vascular Office.
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LOCAL NEWS
Butcher to retire from Cardiac Rehab and Adult Fitness Department
George Butcher III WESTON — Cardiac Rehab Registered Nurse, George Butcher, III, will be retiring from Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital. Butcher joined the SJMH Family in January 2005 and was honored as an Employee of the Month in 2018. George received his Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of North Carolina. Butcher explained that he chose a college in North Carolina because his family vacationed in the area and he loved the beach. Although Butcher knew where he wanted to attend college, he didn’t choose his career path until his sophomore year at UNC. “I was in my sophomore year at college trying to decide what to do. I happened to see the offices for the School of Nursing and decided to go ask some questions. The director I spoke to kept me for an hour and said that I was the perfect person to go into nursing. This was in 1975 and there were no men in nursing,” Butcher said. “My mother was a nurse at Fairmont General and was surprised by my choice, but it is a choice I am so happy that I made,” Butcher added. Nurse Manager, Kristi Gannon, noted, “As a nurse manager, I can say that George is the type of employee you want in your department. He is kind, caring, compassionate and always goes above and beyond. He makes our patients and staff feel special. He is a friend and a great storyteller. He found his calling in this world, he was meant to be a nurse.” George explained that he has worked in several departments, but cardiac rehab is his favorite because he loves the patient care experience. “I love working with people and telling stories,” explained George. “Cardiovascular care has always interested me and so it was natural to work with cardiac patients in an outpatient setting.” George has also expressed his loyalty to Stonewall Jackson Memorial over the past 15 years. He noted that in 2005, when he was taking care of his mother, he needed to find employment to be able to help her at night. He was interviewed at several area hospitals. However, Stonewall was the only facility offering Butcher a day shift. “I stayed with Stonewall because they gave me a job when I needed it. I am loyal to this hospital because they gave me an opportunity. I will never forget that,” he concluded. There will be a retirement reception held for Butcher on his birthday, Thursday, May 21, outside of the Cardiac Rehabilitation/Adult Fitness Department. He is a Fairmont native and the son of the late Kathleen and George Butcher, Jr. He lives in Fairmont with his wife, Connie, a deputy clerk at the Marion County Courthouse. The couple has three children – Joey, David and Sarah Vessecchia. They have two grandchildren – Anthony, 10 and Haiden, 14.
Lights celebrate 50th Anniversary
On May 9, 2020, Jerry and Robin Light celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. They were married at the All Faiths Chapel at Jackson’s Mill. Robin was the former
Robin Smith. They are the proud parents of one son, Jeffrey Light. Jeff and his wife Amanda blessed them with the most adorable grandson, Miles Ryan Light.
Jerry retired as Meat Manager from Kroger in Weston. Since being retired, they have enjoyed camping, taking many cruises, especially cruising to the Bahamas, and playing with
Miles. Due to the Coronavirus and safer at home order, they plan to celebrate with family and friends at a later date.
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to Get Away with Murder on cable. You could say I like TV. Once I developed a headache, from 16 Psych episodes in one day, full of Shawn Spencer’s antics, I gave my brain a break from the screen. I’m currently reading After You, the sequel to the popular romance novel-turned-movie Me Before You, a romance novel. I started reading it three years ago, but I never got past chapter two. I picked it up this past week and now I’m almost finished with it. After I’m done, I’ll order the last book, Still Me, and break my heart one last time. Back in November, I started learning French and have resumed that project as a new focus during quarantine. I haven’t gotten very far but I’m determined. I’ve always loved the idea of being multilingual and it has become a personal goal of mine. It hasn’t worked out so far yet, because I took three years of Spanish in middle and high school. The class
couldn’t keep my attention and I don’t remember any of it. After I become fluent in French, I decided I will start learning ASL and pick Spanish back up. I’ve made it a goal to learn as much as I can, even though I have no current plans to travel. I’m not far along in my French but I can say il fait chaud aujourd'hui et il pleut ce soir. Some of my friends and I have met up at the marina a few times. ‘Socialized distancing’ is one of the only things keeping me sane. As a social butterfly, I can’t go too long without social interaction before I get antsy. We park in a circle in a parking lot and talk to each other from our own cars. I also FaceTime my other friends almost every day to keep in touch. I’m lucky that I have a treadmill and gym in my parent’s house, so I FaceTime my workout buddy and we exercise together. I hate to say we aren’t as dedicated as we want to be, but we haven’t given up just yet, and for that I am proud.
Quarantine is also a good opportunity to start learning more practical things in life. I asked my mom to teach me to cook more foods and sew. I asked my dad how to change a tire and drive stick. Find some projects you enjoy to keep yourself busy and sane during this time. Complete a DIY project or reorganize your space. Restez en sécurité tout le monde!
Quarantine: Occupied
During quarantine, I have found that it is both easy and hard to pass the time, you just have to know what you’re mentally prepared for. When I’m not working, I’ve been passing the time by binge-watching television shows, reading, learning French, working out more, and socializing, from a distance of course. I’ve also found myself addicted to sudoku and play all the time, even while multitasking. For television, I enjoy watching older shows that have been off the air for a while. I finished The O.C., Good Trouble and Riverdale. I’m almost finished with Beverly Hills, 90210 and Psych, one of my all-time favorite shows. I haven’t made myself watch Tiger King, but it may happen one of these days. I’m currently watching Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, The Masked Singer and How
Midwife to join staff of Mountaineer Healthcare for Women
WESTON — Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital announces the addition of Nurse Midwife, Sarah Highlander, to the staff of Mountaineer Healthcare for Women in Weston. SJMH Chief Administrative Officer, Avah Stalnaker, explained, “As we continue to grow our Women’s Health Services, a need was identified for a Certified Nurse Midwife. Sarah Highlander is an experienced CNM and a Nurse Practitioner. She is from West Virginia and is happy to return and work in her home state. She will work closely with Obstetrician/Gynecologist,
Dr. Robert Harris, as they fully develop our offerings to women of all ages.” Highlander looks forward to her work at the Weston location and noted, “I have always had a passion for women’s health. Early in my career I saw many women succumb due to not presenting with text-book symptoms. I have been an advocate for breast and cervical cancer for approximately 15 years. I love empowering women with knowledge.” Stalnaker added, “Education is important to Sarah and she wants our patients to have access to the care they need. Sarah will relate well to our
patients and staff.” Sarah Highlander is a native of Boone County and graduated from Sherman High School. She received her Associate Nursing degree from the University of Charleston in 1999. After graduation, she worked at CAMC on the cardiothoracic floors. She completed her Bachelor of Nursing degree from Marshall University. In 2017, she received her dual master’s degree in Women’s Health and Midwifery from Georgetown University. Sarah Highlander She is the mother of two beautiful sons, Zachary and Dylan. In her spare time, she workouts and trips to the enjoys scrapbooking, reading, beach and amusement parks.
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at the pool would need to be thoroughly disinfected after each use. No more than 25 people would be allowed to gather at a time (including staff). Our shower rooms and restrooms would not be able to open. It would require staff to be in observance of the entire park to assure none of these guidelines would be violated. This is financially and operationally impossible. “The county had hoped the restrictions would be lessened so that the park would be able to serve the public this year. We, along with many county and city parks in West Virginia, must close to protect the safety of our citizens. If you have paid for a reservation at a shelter for the pool, please contact Lewis County Park at 304-269-6599 for a full refund.” The park is waiting to hear more guidelines from the health department and Governor Justice’s office.
the nation’s average of 2.83 percent. “Your story, West Virginia, is totally remarkable and a blessing from God above,” Justice proclaimed. He asks residents to stay cautious and keep the ball rolling. He urged West Virginians to not give up and see this through until the end to prevent another wave. Justice announced that on Friday, guided fishing trips will reopen, but maintain strict guidelines to keep all involved safe. The trips will be limited to two anglers and one guide per boat. More information will be available soon. Justice also said he is working with the state’s whitewater rafting industry to resume activity in the state. The governor moved the reopening of low-contact outdoor youth sports back to Monday, June 8, primarily for baseball, softball and maybe soccer. He also said that this may not apply to contact sports like football and basketball. Additional guidelines will be coming soon. Tuesday, Justice elaborated that this date is tentative and if conditions worsen in the state before June 8, they will reevaluate the date. Justice paid tribute to Correctional Officers Monday for keeping the coronavirus numbers low within facilities. Tuesday, Justice bragged on the National Guard Warehouse at Rock Ranch. He explained that they are not only working to help feed the community, but also working mobile test units and brainstorming ways to make gowns and masks to disperse around the state. He stated, “It is truly amazing, and I wish that everybody could see it, and see this great work that’s going on because these people are knocking it out of the park.” He then read that the Guard partnered with many local food banks, WV VOAD and the West Virginia Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management to help the Distribution Center provide a full range of food
BOE from Page 1 Carpentry – Michael Riley, Matt Koos and Dylan Wright; Collision Repair – Austin Snider; Cosmetology – Emily Smith and Tressa Shappek; Esthetics – Brooklyn Skidmore; Diesel Technology – Nick Riffle; Job Skill Demonstration – Seth Carpenter; Industrial Motor Controls – Jacob Walker; First Aid and CPR – Abigail Spray; Health Knowledge Bowl – Abigail Spray; Computer Repair – Braden Tinney; Welding Fabrication (Team) – Joe Spray, Dakota Stout and Brayden Stout. RLBMS students Meizhi Belt, Tanner Griffith and Ginny Linger were also recognized for their impressive achievement as Lewis County’s 2019-2020 Golden Horseshoe Winners. In other business, the board approved the April 8 special meeting minutes 3-0, with Mike Holden abstaining from the vote due to not receiving them. Lewis County High School Principal John Whiston gave an update on graduation. Whiston explained the plan for graduation step-by-step, which has now been approved by the Lewis County Health Department. Graduation ceremonies are scheduled to begin May 18 and continue through May 22. Each graduating student will be allotted a time slot to accept their diploma with four family members in attendance. The ceremonies will be filmed by a videographer, who will piece together the individual clips and later distribute footage of the entire event for everyone to share. Superintendent Robin Lewis gave a COVID-19 update and reported that the Child Nutrition Directors were scheduled to meet on Tuesday to discuss details on the Summer Feeding Program. Lewis also reported that 5,000 meals are being distributed each week to Lewis County children during the pandemic. The board considered and approved the tentative dates for Robert L. Bland Middle School and Lewis County High School athletics 3-week conditioning periods as July 6, 2020 through July 25, 2020, pending COVID-19 safety precautions and further approval. In the personnel agenda, the board approved Jason Stalnaker’s employment as Probationary Service Personnel for the 2020-2021 School year. The board approved the resignations of Amber Davis as RLBMS Guidance Counselor and Justin White as LCHS Assistant Softball Coach. The board approved Courtney Stafford’s rescinded professional transfer and approved Stafford’s realignment agreement for the 2020-2021 school year. The board approved to hire Kimberly Williams as Grade 3 Teacher for Peterson-Central Elementary School, Angela Lowe as Grade 3 Teacher for Jane Lew Elementary School, Amanda Hendershot as Kindergarten Teacher for Roanoke Elementary School and Joshua Tharp as substitute teacher (pending background check), all effective for the 2020-2021 school year. Faith Wood and Hanna Brewer were also approved as substitute teachers, both effective May 4. The board also approved to hire Lora Montgomery as Special Education Aid for RLBMS, effective for the 20202021 school year, as well as April Montgomery as Custodian/ Maintenance for Leading Creek Elementary School and Billie Holman as a half-time Cook, both effective July 1. The board approved the payroll and payment of bills, totaling $640,079.45. Mike Holden abstained from the vote, due to not being provided with paperwork for review. Personnel Director Melissa Riley explained that they have started discussing plans to take aerial shots of the LCHS roof. Technology Director Jeff Tidd reported that all cameras from last year’s grant have been installed successfully at all locations. The board reviewed more of the Neola Policy. The board made their comments before adjourning for the evening. Connie Riffle requested for the board to look into a timeclock system. Phyllis Hinterer wished to see the insurance policies for the middle school. Mike Holden thanked all the volunteers who contributed to the delivery of 1,100 meals to the children in the county and thanked John Whiston for his efforts to plan graduation. Jeff Fisher commented that he hopes graduation goes well and all the students participate, then thanked the teachers and volunteers who had looked out for the kids. Lewis County Board of Education meets every other Monday at 6 p.m. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, members of the public are asked to call in via teleconference, rather than attending the meetings in person. Call the Board of Education office for further instructions. The board scheduled a work session May 19 at 6 p.m. The next regularly scheduled board meeting will be held Tuesday, May 26 at 6 p.m. via teleconference.
supplies, support eight new jobs and will add a million pounds of food stocks to the greater Kanawha Valley each year. Justice reported Tuesday that WorkForce served 16,000 people with $18 million to independent contractors and $51 million to individuals with the additional $600/week pay. The governor reported that he is in the process of talking to malls and discussing procedures to make reopening malls as safe as possible. West Virginians were again asked to take part in the 2020 Census, and to remind loved ones and neighbors to take part as well, so everyone is counted. West Virginia National Guard’s Major General James Hoyer announced Monday that the week’s focus is on additional testing preparations, PPE production, contact tracing, and guidance to businesses on how to move forward safely, all available on their website at www.wv.ng.mil. He announced they are working with the Department of Education and Senior Services to plan for their summer feeding programs. Wednesday, the Guard will fly C-130 and C-17 aircrafts over designated hospitals in the state to show appreciation for healthcare workers. “We owe it to those individuals [first responders, healthcare workers, public health workers, county and city support partners and National Guard personnel] to follow the guidance that the Governor just established, and has established throughout this time. To double down, don’t let up, wear a face covering when you’re out with a group or in public. Do the things we need to do, because behind each of these requests is someone who has spent a great deal of time and effort, as well as put themselves on the line, to make sure we are all safe,” Hoyer stated. Dr. Clay Marsh, COVID-19 Czar, reiterated that as we reopen, residents need to remain cautious. He said if 60 percent of people wear face masks of at least 60 percent efficiency, the R naught value will remain at
1 percent. He also mentioned that even though they want the economy opened up, with people staying busy and having a connection to the community, it still is an extraordinary time where we need to stay as safe as possible. Cabinet Secretary of the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources Bill Crouch announced Monday that the African American Advisory Commission (the task force created to take a closer look at the African American population affected by the coronavirus) started conducting meetings, and personally thanked Jill Upson, Director of the West Virginia Herbert Henderson Office of Minority Affairs, for her help. Tuesday,
Crouch informed viewers that there is an imposter calling around to get foster children’s social security numbers, claiming to represent Aetna Better Health of West Virginia’s Mountain Health Promise Program. He assured that neither Aetna, nor the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, will ever call and ask for a child’s social security number. State Health Officer Dr. Cathy Slemp announced Monday that the results of the Executive Order to test all 123 nursing homes in the state are now available on the Coronavirus dashboard on the coronavirus.wv.gov website.
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BUCKHANNON — The Lewis-Upshur Animal Control Facility still needs help finding furever homes for animals like Daisy, who find themselves in the unfortunate predicament of living at the pound during the coronavirus pandemic. Please take advantage of more time at home as the perfect opportunity to adopt a new pet and have time to train it properly. Daisy is a cute brindle Pit. She is 4 years old, weighs 55 pounds, and has now been spayed thanks to Luv 4 Animals. Daisy is up to date on her vaccines and looking for a new home after being surrendered by her former owner. She has not been tested with other animals yet, but she loves people. L-UAC had planned to reopen to the public this Monday, but county officials had to push that date back to May 18. Visitors will be required to observe social distancing and utilize precautionary masks and gloves while inside the facility. Daisy and many other loving cats and dogs, are available for adoption at the GSC from Page 1 intensive tutoring, real-world teaching experience in their home county and lastly, the opportunity to enhance their teaching knowledge and appreciation of teaching. Superintendents identify what a high need teaching position for their district entails and notifies GSC. Qualified students are then nominated by the Superintendent or their designee for a scholarship in that teaching area, according to the unique program. The ultimate goal of the program is for students to return to their home counties to student teach, and eventu-
Daisy Lewis-Upshur Animal Control Facility located on Mud Lick Road in Buckhannon, so please adopt, don’t shop! Call L-UAC at (304) 4723865 to claim your pet or schedule an appointment for adoption. Donations of food and pet supplies are always welcome at
L-UAC. Volunteers from Luv 4 Animals and The Animal Outreach Project would also like to encourage pet owners to make sure their outdoor animals have sufficient housing and bedding. Please contact these groups on Facebook if you need assistance.
ally receive a full-time position there. Dr. Hunter stated, “Teaching is more than a career… it is a special person who wants to work with young people, to help them realize their dreams. With the potential $3,000 per year through the HGI scholarship, combined with the TEACH grant and other scholarships and Pell grants, the cost of receiving a teaching degree at GSC is very affordable.” To be eligible, students must be a newly enrolled first year student at GSC and be from a county in the state of West Virginia. They must also enroll in the Bachelor of Arts in Education degree
major that their local Superintendent has identified as “high need.” Students are required to have a minimum of 3.0 GPA and minimum average ACT composite score of 20 or SAT composite score of 1020, obtain recommendation from their Superintendent of schools or designee, and be willing to complete their student teaching back in their home county, if possible. If certain criteria are met, the $3,000 scholarship will be renewed. For more information regarding the Home Grown Initiative at GSC, contact the Office of Admissions at (800) 924-2010 or the Department of Education at (304) 462-4119.
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Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital
Dear Community, During this celebration of Hospital Week the staff and board of Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital would like to thank our community for their donations of food and masks during the current health pandemic. We are also grateful for your patience with the limitations which have been implemented to keep you, our patients, and our staff as safe as possible. We will always do our best to protect and care for your loved one, especially with the COVID-19 restrictions. We have done our best to help friends and family members interact with loved ones during this time. We encourage visitation with family and friends and emphasize that calling your loved one to speak on the phone is the best way for multiple people to interact with your loved one at this time. The theme of the 2020 Hospital Week is Health, Hope, and Healing, which explains the importance of having an acute care hospital in our community. To you, our patient, it ensures not having to travel long distances to receive emergency, diagnostic, specialty and surgical services. Having a local hospital is also important economically. SJMH’s payroll is over $25 million annually with jobs that include very competitive benefits. That money is spent locally, making the hospital a vital part of the region’s economic engine. SJMH’s impact extends even further. The hospital is engaged with community youth, businesses, non-profit programs, and health education and outreach initiatives that benefit our region exponentially. We are here for you today, and will remain here for you, decades into the future. Patients have the right to choose who provides their care. It is our goal for you to choose Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital - where our family will always care for yours.
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Weston Police Department
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Lewis County Sheriff ’s Department
Front row, left to right: Law Enforcement Secretary Martha Blake, Process Server Randall Bush, Deputy Charlie Kirkpatrick, Chief Deputy Randall Hyre, Sheriff Adam Gissy, Deputy Bo Hendershot, and Deputy Colton Jones
Back row, left to right: Sergeant Mike Cayton, Deputy Virgil Miller, Deputy Jason Carey, and Deputy Brandon Newbrough
(Not pictured — Coporal Zach Lopez, Deputy Kyle Brightbill, Home Confinement Supervisor Randall Posey, Deputy Corey Matheny, Deputy Seth Cutright, and Deputy Dakota Shipman)
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Left to right: James Lough, Lieutenant Sonny Bush, Sheriff Adam Gissy, Corporal Mike Oldaker, Kevin Queen and Chris Chapman (Not pictured — Captain Randall Bush and Keith Talbert)
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Seated, left to right: Security Officer Mike Franklin and Sheriff Adam Gissy
Standing, left to right: Security Officer Lester Bleigh and Director of Security James McAtee
(Not pictured — Security Officer Brycen Williams and Security Officer Charles Goldsborough)
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