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WESTON — Currently seeking a seat on the Board of Education, Kenny Holden is one of the youngest candidates to run for any office in Lewis County. But with his youth comes a unique and fresh perspective. Holden is running on the campaign slogan “Kids First.” Holden said he chose this slogan because he feels some decisions are currently based on personal interests, rather than the benefit of the children. “I want the kids’ interest to come first,” Holden explained. First and foremost, he believes that many students’ time and effort could be more wisely spent with the addition of some classes and opportunities that would better their education. Holden’s main goals going into the election are bringing home economic classes back to better prepare students for life after high school, improving communication between teachers and parents, as well as increasing board members’ communication with staff and students, and lastly, to ensure that money is being spent wisely and for its intended purpose. Holden would like to see the addition of not only cooking classes offered at the high school, but also classes that teach basic mechanic skills, how to balance a checkbook and fill out a W-2 form, as well as bringing woodshop classes back. However, learning basic life skills should not just start at high school, but different versions of these types of classes should be available in middle school as well, explained Holden. Perhaps, classes to teach adequate communication skills should also be added to the curriculum, such as learning how to call and make your own doctor’s appointment, for example. “We have been too focused on preparing students for college, when college isn’t for everyone. Trade skills are just as important, and even more practical in a lot of ways,” Holden expressed. Holden himself took advantage of the vocational opportunities offered through Lewis County High School and upon graduating, he continued in vocational learning at Sharpe as an Errol barber school. Through his experiences, See Holden on Page 6

Petition started to postpone graduation

CHARLESTON — Governor Jim Justice resumed his daily press briefings via YouTube this week, providing updates on the state’s response efforts to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. Justice announced Monday that the United States Department of Agriculture and Nutrition approved West Virginia’s joint application for Pandemic Electronic Benefits Transfer (P-EBT) cards to help support child nutrition. This comes as a result of the collaborative efforts between the WV Department of Health and Human Resources and the WV Department of Education. WV DHHR Secretary Bill Crouch explained these P-EBT cards can be used everywhere Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) EBT cards are accepted. Clayton Birch, West Virginia’s State Superintendent of Schools, further explained that $300 issued per card, per child is to be used to feed students during the months of June, July and August. There are 231,000 children across the state who are eligible for this assistance. This program will reportedly put $72 million into West Virginia’s economy. They are also working out a full feeding system for the entire summer until school starts in

the fall. More information will be announced soon. Week Two of “West Virginia Strong: The Comeback” plan began this week, along with Safer at Home directives. Safer at Home allows, but does not require businesses to reopen, as long as they follow safety protocols, and recommends but does not order West Virginia residents to stay safer at home. Justice also told residents Monday that they should continue to stay home if they experience any symptoms whatsoever. Week Three of the Comeback Plan will begin Monday, May 11. Businesses permitted to reopen at that time will include drive-in movie theaters and wellness facilities supervised by licensed professionals. More information and guidance for these businesses can be found on the Governor’s website. Tuesday, Justice also announced that his office does not give any businesses in the state special permission to open, and only business openings announced by his office will be legit. “Now from my heart… This disease is still with us. It is here right now. And absolutely, you should take all the caution in the world, especially if you’re in excess of 65 years of age or you’re older than 50 and you have certain chronic problems. The other thing is, I would ask you to take care of loved ones that are those ages especially.

City receives funds for new siren

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Suffrage grant. The Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners will next meet on Friday, May 8 at 2 p.m. at the City Building. Harrison also reported that West Virginia American Water is applying on behalf of the City of Weston for a filling station in Polk Creek Park during the next grant cycle. For the Sanitary Board, Dee Evans reported on finances and several line breakages, due to residents disposing items down the drains that do not belong. The Finance Report was not ready to be reviewed and approved, due to receiving it late in the day. For Department Reports, Bryan Reed reported that they are waiting for nice weather to start using the roller to patch storm water work. Josh Thomas updated the Council on the hiring

WESTON — In observation of social distancing requirements, all members of the Weston City Council met via teleconference Monday evening. The public was permitted to call in to listen and was also afforded several opportunities to participate during the meeting. The meeting started with a moment of silence, Pledge of Allegiance and roll call. The Council approved the minutes from the April 6 regular meeting and the April 21 special session. For reports, Kim Harrison read the Planning Commission’s April 14 meeting minutes. The next meeting will be May 12 at 4 p.m. Harrison also reported that the Historic Landmarks Commission will meet on May 14 to discuss their submission for a Women’s See Siren on Page 6

And use just good sense, all across the board,” Justice said. “If you’re in a crowded store, please wear a mask... If you’re an elderly person, you may want to consider just waiting a couple weeks [to go back to church]. Things are really getting better.” Justice removed Cabell, Wayne and Wood counties from the stricter Stay-at-Home order Monday, regarding hotspots in the state. Local health departments in these areas are reportedly planning new methodology. Marion, Berkley, Harrison, Jefferson and Monongalia counties remain on the hotspot list with stricter guidelines. Sunday, West Virginia became the first in the nation for the lowest rate of R naught

WESTON — Lewis County High School announced their plans for 2020 graduation last week, but that left many seniors unhappy and prompted a petition to postpone the date. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the school said they had to cancel their in-person ceremony previously set for May 17. The school released a brief statement of the plan on April 28 explaining, “Every graduate will receive a time and day to come to the Lewis County High School gymnasium to walk across the graduation stage. Time slots will be for 10-15 minute intervals. We will begin the graduation ceremonies on Thursday, May 14 and continue through May 22.” The

category, in reference to us having the lowest coronavirus transmission rate. Dr. Clay Marsh, COVID-19 Czar, reported Friday that the state’s rate was 0.76 and that remains as of Tuesday. On Monday, we became the third lowest, behind Alaska and Montana. Justice reported Tuesday that our cumulative rate of positive cases was 2.26 percent of those tested, and is staying below the 3 percent threshold. The national average is 16 percent and surrounding us, Ohio’s percentage is 13, Pennsylvania’s percentage is 20, Maryland’s percentage is 19, Virginia’s percentage is 17 and Kentucky’s percentage is 8.5. Tuesday, the number of See Justice on Page 6

Mon Health adapts with telehealth

By Karli Hamrick Staff Writer WESTON — Telehealth visits have grown tremendously since the beginning of the COVID-19 global pandemic. Healthcare providers across the nation, state, and region have expanded this service to their patients to help prevent the spread of the virus. Locally, Mon Health has adapted to offer these virtual appointments for behavioral health, dermatology, diabetes education, heart and vascular, general surgery,

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infectious disease, neurology, obstetrics and gynecology, oncology, pediatrics, primary care and urology. Mon Health Physician Dr. Rob Snuffer and his PA Elizabeth Boram have done several telehealth visits since the beginning of the pandemic. Dr. Snuffer explained that telehealth visits are not exactly ideal because they aren’t a great way to physically examine a patient; however, they have been very beneficial lately to help patients keep

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LOCAL NEWS

Wanted Sex Offender

The West Virginia State Police are currently looking for a Wanted Sex Offender – David Lawrence Stewart. The subject is wanted for Failure to Register as a Sex Offender in Barbour County, as well as a Home Incarceration Violation in Upshur County. Name: David Lawrence Stewart

JOAN LEA POSEY HINKLE Joan Lea Posey Hinkle, 88, a resident of Crestview Manor Nursing Home in Jane Lew, passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2020, following an extended illness. She was born in Lewis County on October 4, 1931, a daughter of the late Archie and Carrie Bell Post Posey. Joan is survived by one daughter, Norma (Ed) Robinson, of Branson, MO; one son, Mark (Kristin) Hinkle, of Branson, MO; one granddaughter, Amanda (Matt) Shafer, of Nowata, OK; two grandsons: Grayson Shreve of Morgantown and Tyler Hinkle of Branson, MO; two great grandchildren: Brett and Adeline Shafer; two nieces: Marsha Lynn DeVecchis and Kathi Posey; and two great nephews: Eric (Sara) DeVecchis (Thomas) and Justin Sofilkanich. In addition to her parents, Joan was preceded in death by one sister, Rose Lea Posey; one brother, Roy Lea Posey; and one niece, Lee Ann Sofilkanich. Joan was retired from the Weston State Hospital and was a lifetime member of the Fern

DOB: 2/12/1964 (56 y/o) Height: 5'08" Weight: 215 Hair: Brown/Balding Stewart is known to frequent Lewis, Upshur and Barbour counties. If you have any information on this subject's whereabouts, contact your local State Police Detachment or call 911.

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Lewis Co. Shines for WV Seniors 2020

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WESTON — Lewis County High School and Robert L. Bland Middle School lit up their stadiums Friday night

to Shine for WV Seniors 2020. The bright lights were a welcome change to the dark and empty complexes in the absence of students and spectators. The West Virginia Second-

ary School Activities Commission (WVSSAC) put out a call to action last week, requesting schools across the state to honor senior athletes with Friday night lights. Many homes and businesses

also followed suit by lighting up their lawns and porches to show support for the seniors missing their final farewells to high school days before graduation.

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WV Department of Education and WV Department of Health and Human Resources receive approval for P-EBT Program to help WV families in need CHARLESTON — The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has approved West Virginia’s application for Pandemic Electronic Benefits Transfer (P-EBT) cards to support child nutrition needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. Under the direction of Governor Jim Justice, the joint request was recently submitted by the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) and the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (WVDHHR). P-EBT was introduced in H.R. 6201, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act as a solution that delivers nutrition assistance on an EBT card that can be used to purchase groceries for families with school children who qualify for free or reduced-price school meals when school is out of session due to a pandemic. If a child already qualified for free or reduced-price meals, or attends a Community Eligibility Provision school where everyone receives meals at no cost, no action is needed to receive the P-EBT benefit. Parents and guardians who care for school-age students who do not receive free or reduced-price school meals may apply for inclusion in this group by applying at https://www. schoolcafe.com/. “We are grateful beyond belief to have this federal support to make sure our kids’ needs are being met during this pandemic,” Governor Justice said. “Making sure every single one of our kids in West Virginia has enough to eat is one of my top priorities. The minute we realized we had to shut down our schools, I went to work with our education leaders and put a plan in action that is now providing over 1 million meals a week to children statewide.” The implementation of P-EBT is in line with the Governor’s commitment to keep West Virginians safe, secure and healthy during this national emergency and to keep children fed when schools are closed. P-EBT provides households an EBT card with the value of the free school breakfast and lunch reimbursement rates for the days that schools are closed. The P-EBT cards can be used everywhere that SNAP EBT is used. The WVDE will continue working with counties to maintain delivery of multi-day meal packs to meet the nutritional needs of all West Virginia children. “Since the start of this pandemic, the WVDE has worked with county school systems to ensure no child is forgotten and no family has the added stress of food insecurity,” said West Virginia Superintendent of Schools, W. Clayton Burch. “We are hopeful the addition of the P-EBT cards will be an added support for families, and are grateful for the continued combined efforts of our counties and partners.” The P-EBT benefits will be issued in two waves. The first wave will reach students who receive SNAP, West Virginia WORKS (WV WORKS), or Medicaid benefits through the DHHR. For students who are currently receiving SNAP or West Virginia WORKS benefits, the benefits will be deposited into the household’s EBT card. If a parent or guardian no longer has or has lost their SNAP EBT card, they can contact DHHR at 1-877-716-1212 to request a new card. The second wave will reach students who do not receive SNAP, WV WORKS, or Medicaid. This group will consist of all other students who are eligible for free or reduced-price school meals who were not included in the first wave. These P-EBT cards will be issued to the most recent address and guardian name given for the student to the schools. All eligible families are expected to receive the P-EBT benefits before the end of June. “Hunger is a threat faced by many West Virginians, and one we work daily to prevent,” said DHHR Cabinet Secretary Bill J. Crouch. “By partnering with the WVDE, we can accelerate providing financial assistance and support during the pandemic. P-EBT will help assure happier and healthier outcomes for West Virginia families and we are extremely pleased to be part of this effort.” County school nutrition offices will work directly with families to educate them about the use of the card, and answers to frequently asked questions are posted at wvde.us/ COVID19. More than 231,000 children in the Mountain State are eligible for this benefit, and the P-EBT plan estimates more than $72 million in federal dollars will be coming to West Virginia households for use in the local economy. The WVDE, in partnership with county nutrition directors, the state National Guard, Department of Agriculture, Division of Tourism and other state organizations, has provided approximately 1.4 million meals a week to children in the Mountain State. The introduction of the P-EBT will provide an additional resource to families impacted the hardest by the coronavirus pandemic. P-EBT benefits are 100 percent federally funded by the USDA and are designed to reduce hunger and food insecurity through issuing benefits to students who would receive free or reduced-price meals under the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act if not for school closures. The USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. For more information and updates on the coronavirus situation in West Virginia, please visit coronavirus.wv.gov or wvde.us/COVID19. For more information, contact Christy Day, Office of Communications, at 304-558-2699 or Christy.Day@k12. wv.us.

DHHR announces increase in WV Medicaid reimbursement for Nursing Homes

CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) today announced that Gov. Jim Justice has approved a $20 a day increase for all West Virginia nursing homes in recognition of their response to COVID-19. DHHR’s Bureau for Medical Services (WV Medicaid) will submit an Emergency State Plan Amendment to increase the daily rates by $20, retroactive to February 1, 2020. This will increase nursing home reimbursement by $13.6 million dollars. Under Executive Order No. 27-20, DHHR and the West Virginia National Guard, in collaboration with West Virginia nursing homes, tested every West Virginia nursing home resident and staff member. “The response of West Virginia nursing homes to mitigate the spread of the overwhelming pandemic was amazing and the results of our testing of every nursing home in the state shows that,” said DHHR Cabinet Secretary Bill J. Crouch. “I am pleased that we can show our appreciation with this increase from WV Medicaid.”

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HEALTH UPDATES

WV DHHR COVID-19 update for May 5

CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) reports as of 5:00 p.m., on May 5, 2020, there have been 55,157 laboratory results received for COVID-19, with 1,242 positive, 53,915 negative and 50 deaths. 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 (6), Berkeley (166), Boone (6), Braxton (2), Brooke (3), Cabell (44), Fayette (20), Gilmer (3), Grant (3), Greenbrier (7), Hampshire (8), Hancock (11), Hardy (9), Harrison (31), Jackson (134), Jefferson (83), Kanawha (170), Lewis (4), Lincoln (2), Logan (14), Marion (46), Marshall (19), Mason (12), McDowell (6), Mercer (11), Mineral (18), Mingo (2), Monongalia (108), Monroe (6), Morgan (14), Nicholas (8), Ohio (34), Pendleton (5), Pleasants (2), Pocahontas (2),

Preston (13), Putnam (27), Raleigh (9), Randolph (5), Ritchie (1), Roane (6), Summers (1), Taylor (9), Tucker (4), Tyler (3), Upshur (5), Wayne (91), Wetzel (3), Wirt (3), Wood (42), 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. Such is the case of Jackson, Nicholas, and Raleigh counties in this report.

The dashboard at www. coronavirus.wv.gov contains West Virginia-specific data and now includes outbreak information for West Virginia’s nursing homes. A Frequently Asked Questions document has been developed regarding case counts and can be found on the DHHR 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 System launches phased approach to safely restore urgent elective medical services

MORGANTOWN — Mon Health System will begin a phased approach to safely resume services to address the current and ongoing medical needs of patients in accordance with national and statewide guidance, effective Tuesday, April 28, 2020. This decision was made in agreement with Governor Jim Justice’s recent announcement of the state’s initiative to begin lifting restrictions on elective procedures and surgeries. Nearly a month ago, Mon Health System hospitals delayed elective, non-emergent surgeries to increase capacity for Coronavirus patients and with the infection curve continuing to flatten, we are ready to move forward together. If your appointment was cancelled or postponed over the last month, you will hear directly from your physician or our Mon Health team members about rescheduling opportunities. “We’ve worked together to manage COVID-19. Now, we need to get back to work keeping our community healthy,” explained David Goldberg, President & CEO at Mon Health System. “Mon Health hospitals are ready with strong safety protocols. Our clinics are ready. Our doctors and nurses are ready. For a medical emergency, our emergency departments are ready, safe, with no lengthy wait times and cleaned to the highest standards to mitigate the spread of germs and infection. There is no reason to put your health at risk by putting off your visit to the doctor or delaying a needed medical procedure.” Mon Health System hospitals have designed a phased, evidence-based approach to safely provide medical services that are essential to the overall health and wellbeing of the communities served. The first phase includes the restarting of all medically nec-

essary, time-sensitive elective procedures and non-invasive testing including MRIs, CTs, cardiac testing procedures and mammograms. Our specialty and primary care clinics have remained open and will continue to do so. While we continue to emphasize the use of telemedicine, we know in person provider appointments are vital and we are offering both options for our patients with provider input on best way to treat your medical condition. To protect all patients and staff, extremely detailed plans are outlined in all Mon Health System facilities during the COVID-19 pandemic. These steps include: • All staff are screened at the beginning of their work shift. • All staff and patients are directed to wear face masks. • Providers and clinical staff will always wear surgical or N95 facemasks as appropriate. Enough resources of personal protective equipment are available to all staff and are worn based off CDC protocols of patient care. • All patients scheduled for surgical or invasive medical procedures will be screened for COVID-19 and tested as criteria directs. In addition to screening and protective equipment protocol, Mon Health System is taking several measures to ensure both facility and environmental safety: • Current no visitation policy will remain in place. Exceptions will be made for special circumstances as determined by nursing leadership and administration. • Infection prevention control best practices, including the thorough cleaning and sterilization efforts in between every patient visit in waiting areas, patient rooms, operating rooms and other patient-occupied spaces, will continue. • Water fountains have been turned off, food is pre-pack-

aged, and public spaces, such as waiting areas and patient areas have been carefully configured to promote social distancing. “We are confident in our approach and will continue to closely monitor the situation. Your urgent medical need is important to us and we will do everything possible to manage your care while manage your safety and that of our Mon Health colleagues. There’s a reason why Mon Health is the most trusted healthcare provider in our community. We have a 75- year history of consistent, high-quality care with best-inthe-nation outcomes, including highest cleanliness and patient

experience scores in the state, only Leapfrog “A” hospital plus being within the top 100 emergency rooms nationally for sepsis care with the very best employees and physicians caring for our patients. COVID-19 won’t change that. We know how to mitigate your risk and will only proceed with best-in-class care using methods and approaches that are evidence- based and CDC recommended,” concluded Goldberg. For more information on Mon Health System’s phased approach to resume services, visit www.MonHealth.com/ ForwardTogether.

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Stultz announces candidacy for the 46th District House of Delegates seat WESTON — Robert L. “Bob” Stultz of Weston has announced his candidacy for the Democrat nomination for the 46th District of the House of Delegates representing Lewis and Upshur Counties. Stultz, a partner in the law offices of Bailey, Stultz, Oldaker and Greene, PLLC, has practiced law in Weston since 1985. Before that he was a Writ Clerk for the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia and Director Robert L. “Bob” Stultz of the Legal Division of the Workers Compensation Fund. During his time at Workers’ Compensation Fund, he helped in budget preparation as well as testifying before West Virginia State Senate and House of Delegate Committees. Mr. Stultz graduated from West Virginia University College of Law in 1980, where he was a member of the West Virginia Law Review. He was also selected to be Order of Coif (top 10% of his law school class) and received the West Virginia Tax Institute Award. He has also been selected for the Best Lawyers in America (Workers’ Compensation) from 2007 to present and West Virginia Best Lawyers (Workers’ Compensation) from 2011 to present. He was also AI Global Workplace Injury Litigator (West Virginia). He has served on the West Virginia State Bar Workers’ Compensation Committee, and he has been Chairman since 2008. Mr. Stultz is a member of the St. Matthew’s United Methodist Church in Weston. He served as the Chair of the Finance Committee from 1998 to 2008. He was also Chair of the Board of Trustees in 1991 to 1992. Stultz has also served on the Administrative Board of St. Matthew’s United Methodist Church, and was a past vice-president and president of the United Methodist Men’s Group at St. Matthews. He has served his community on the Lewis County Board of Education from 1994 to 2002, and during this time he served as an instructor of Boards of Education for Mountaineer Boys State in 2001. Mr. Stultz has also been on the Lewis County Democratic Executive Committee since 2002 and has served as Chairperson. He is Associate Chair of the West Virginia Democratic Committee. He has also been active in the 4-H program, having served as a 4-H Club Leader and Assistant Club Leader. Stultz had been a counselor at the Lewis County 4-H Camp since 1988 and is President of the Lewis County Camp Association. Mr. Stultz served as a member of the Lewis County Extension Service Committee from 1994 to 2002, and he was President from 1999 to 2002. He also was a member of the Lewis County 4-H Foundation from 1990 to 2002 and from 2019 to present. He served as volunteer Basketball Coach in the Lewis County School system from 1994 to 2001, and again in 2007. He has also coached Babe Ruth Baseball and Pony League Baseball for many years and served on the Board of Directors for both organizations. Mr. Stultz has also been on the Board of Directors of the Central West Virginia Aging Services from 1988 to present, serving on the Finance Committee and Compensation Committee. He is a member of the East Lewis Lions Club, and he has been Secretary for the past 15 years. Stultz was also vice-president and a member of the Board of Directors of the Stonewall Jackson Jubilee. He is also a member of the Lewis County Farm Bureau, AARP and the NRA. He also participates in Lewis First, a community volunteer organization and volunteers at the Lewis County Senior Center. In 1998, Mr. Stultz was appointed by the Governor to a Task Force to study the need for scholarships for children of West Virginia Workers who were severely injured or killed in a workplace accident. The Task Force led to the creation of Kids’ Chance of West Virginia, Inc. in 1998, which is a non-profit scholarship organization providing scholarships to the children of disabled workers. Kids’ Chance has provided over 200 scholarships to the children of West Virginia workers’ in the past 20 years. Mr. Stultz has been president of Kids’ Chance of West Virginia, Inc. since 2000. He was a leader in the creation of Kids’ Chance of America in 2005, having served on the Task Force and Interim Board of Directors, and was a Board member until 2014. In 2014, he was elected to be the first Chairperson of the Council of State Organization of Kids’ Chance of America. Kids’ Chance of America has grown from 12 states in 2007 to over 47 states today. He has been a member of the Scholarship Committee for the Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation since 2007. He was also appointed by the Supreme Court of Appeals to the Access to Justice Workers’ Compensation Subcommittee. He lives with his wife, Robin Wood Stultz, in Weston. They have a daughter Amelia and her husband Nick and two grandchildren Morgan and Jeb. Amelia is a teacher in Randolph County. Stultz is running for the 46th District of the West Virginia House of Delegates in order to serve the people of Lewis and Upshur Counties. His leadership abilities, community service, and educational experiences will prepare him to listen to and respond to the needs of working men and women of the 46th District. He knows how to get the job done. Mon Health from Page 1 in touch with him and they also allow him to check on his patients for medication and health purposes. Fortunately, the transition to this new method of doctor’s appointments has been relatively smooth and easy for Snuffer and Boram. Marketing Director for Mon Health’s Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital, Julia Spelsberg said that they have been able to effectively serve many patients via telehealth meetings. The hospital has also been having their N95 surgical masks sterilized for reuse by the West Virginia National Guard in coordination with the Lewis County Health Department. This is accomplished through a vaporized hydrogen peroxide process, stated Spelsberg. To set up a telehealth visit through Mon Health, follow these three simple steps: First, call your clinic to request an appointment. Then, once an appointment is established, staff will provide the patient with the name of the physician they will be seeing, and finally, visit monhealth.com/virtual to find the physician and begin the visit at the scheduled time. To reach Dr. Snuffer directly and set up an appointment, please call (304) 269-3929.

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FRN & Food Pantry updates

WESTON — Due to COVID-19 precautions across the nation and to ensure the health and safety of our employees, volunteers, and community members that we serve, the FRN and Food Pantry will continue to be open for window walk-ups and closed to walk-ins. See hours and details below... Food, Hygiene, Diapers: Window walk-up essential needs distribution - food,

hygiene items, diapers - will be available on Tuesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. (304) 269-4000. Resource Referrals: All phone calls and emails will be returned, and resource referrals will continue to be available five days per week. Parents as Teachers staff continue to work, conduct virtual visits, and support families using alternative protocols. Student Meal Distribution

facilitated through Lewis County Schools continues this week - see attached. For updates, visit the LCFRN Facebook page or the Lewis County Schools Facebook page for more information, or visit www.lewisboe.com Though COVID-19 related restrictions are slowly being lifted across our state, please keep shelf stable food items on hand in case of emergency and prepare for the potential

of our agency being closed if there is a resurgence of COVID-19. We know that this time of uncertainty is difficult. We care deeply about our community. Updates will continue to be posted on the Lewis Co. FRN Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ lewiscountyfrn or call us for more information: (304) 269-4000.

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This year, we celebrate Provider Appreciation Day on May 8 to honor child care providers across the nation for the extraordinary work they do. This special day is intended to recognize all those who nurture, teach, and care for children in multiple settings across the country. Child care settings include school- and community-based preschools, Head Start programs, child care centers, facilities and homes. The Center for the Study of Child Care Employment (CSCCE) at the University of California, Berkeley estimates that approximately two million child care providers/ early educators help shape the future of 12 million children in child care from birth to five years of age. National Provider Appreciation Day was started in 1996 by a group of volunteers in New Jersey. This group saw the need to recognize the tireless efforts of providers who care for children of working parents. Each year, due to increased momentum and support, recognition has expanded to include individual and government organizations throughout the United States. A proclamation is signed each year by many of the state governors. Although Provider Appreciation Day is recognized every year in May on the Friday before Mother’s Day, it is important that we show our appreciation year-round for individuals who serve an important role in providing high-quality child care. Michelle Talkington, Community Outreach and Resource Specialist stated, “We know that nurturing and responsive early care and education provides a solid foundation for children’s ongoing success.” Research indicates that there is a direct link between caregiver training and quality of care. To achieve a high quality of

care, child care providers must receive suitable training and compensation. High-quality child care is a must and we need to thank our childcare providers for providing that service to our local children and families. Please take the opportunity to thank child care providers for the vital service that they provide. If you would like more information about services that MountainHeart offers, please call

your local MountainHeart office. Child Care Resource and Referral is a program of MountainHeart Community Services, Inc. This program is

being presented with financial assistance as a grant from the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources.

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we didn’t all get counted. We didn’t get the monies we could have gotten, and it hurt us. So please, please take heed… Call neighbors, call your friends, call everyone and ask them to get involved. Ask all West Virginians to get involved to make sure we’re all counted,” Justice pleaded. Justice thanked and showed his appreciation to educators everywhere, especially during the pandemic, as this week is National Teacher Appreciation Week. Secretary Crouch announced Monday that not all nursing homes in the state have submitted their testing data throughout the weekend, like predicted last week. The last of the data should be collected soon to complete the project. Medicaid is submitting an emergency state plan amendment to provide $20 extra to nursing homes at a total of $13.6 million, effective retroactive to February 1. Tuesday, he announced that TeleHealth services will continue to operate during the transition period,

and they will decide future use later on. Those who use Snap, Medicaid or West Virginia Works for a school-age child should receive P-EBT benefits before the middle of June. Those who do not can expect the P-EBT reimbursement by mail by the end of June. Crouch also announced May 4 was Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day in West Virginia, proclaimed by Governor Justice. West Virginia sought a Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED) waiver through the Bureau of Mental Services for several months. For more information on the services, visit the mental health page on the DHHR website. Lastly, Crouch announced that DHHR has delivered the Strategic National Stockpile to hospital pharmacies in cooperation with the West Virginia State Police and collaborating with WVDE to assist food manufacturing plants. Dr. Cathy Slemp, State Health Officer, reiterated Monday that even though the state is excited to reopen, it is important not to go back to

“normal” and stay cautious. Avoid nonessential travel and crowds over 25. When in public, stay a safe social distance away from others and keep sanitizing and wearing masks and gloves. Businesses should still use telework and delivery services when possible. She also recommended elderly and other vulnerable members in the state should stay home a little longer. Faith organizations should continue the alternative worship methods for now and start planning on step-by-step stages into moving safely back to traditional services. “We are excited about moving back. We want to begin reopening, but our ability to do that all depends on our ability to do it cautiously, and it is a disciplined approach and collectively moving forward together,” Slemp said. Monday, Clayton Birch also updated that 1.4 million children are being provided food each and every week, which will continue until the end of each local county’s school year.

updates, details and responsibilities for the Fourth Street beam bridge replacement. Kristin Donaldson also reported on the 2017-2018 Audit. For new business, the Council approved Mayor Harrison’s recommendations for Board of Zoning Appeals term limits. The limits are Harris and Reed for a three-year term, Sims and Gump for a two-year term, and Raines for a one-year term, expiring January 2021, January 2022, and January 2023. These were assigned in order of applications received. City Council also moved to pursue an internship for clerical and simple bookkeeping. The Council went into executive session to discuss personnel matters. After resuming the regular meeting, the Council approved Building Inspector Mike Starett as Zoning Officer. The Council discussed the

trees on the paper alley property, approved the purchase of a 12-inch bucket for the bobcat excavator and the Council approved to equip the 2015 city vehicle for the building inspector’s use. Members of City Council gave their reports before the meeting concluded. Mayor Kim Harrison reported that Senators Facemire and Romano provided $9,000 from Senate funding to help purchase a new siren for Weston. The city reportedly needs to come up with approximately $3,000 for the rest of the purchase and installation. She also reported that the City Building will reopen to the public May 18, with extra guidelines. Lewis County Commission reportedly received $100,000 to reimburse employees’ overtime directly related to COVID-19. Lastly, she mentioned they will plan

for additional siren details after the purchase, including the siren’s location and when it will blow. Ward 1 Sherry Rogers thanked city employees for their efforts to go “above and beyond” to serve the public, while still keeping up with Governor Justice’s safety guidelines. She also thanked everyone who addressed the complaint forms in Ward 1 and expressed her appreciation to the community during this time. Ward 2 Randy Bohan reported on paving and commented on the beam bridge. Ward 3 Gary Foster addressed grass mowing concerns and expressed appreciation for city employees. Ward 4 Herb Curtis addressed a sewage back up. The next Weston City Council meeting is scheduled for June 1.

be allowed to bring four guests, a professional photographer statement also included details, will take photos and each such as each graduate will only graduate will be recorded by a professional videographer to compile into footage of a full ceremony. The video will then be uploaded onto social media for sharing. However, some members of the community are quite unhappy with the plan. Many residents expressed their opinions We had 14 entries in our April Baby Contest and here is the winner with the most votes! of the alternative graduation The winner will be contacted and eligible for a chance to win the final contest at the plan, which spread like wildfire end of the year. For all that did not win in April you can keep entering in each new over social media. One member contest each month until you win! of the community started a petition named “Postpone LCHS graduation ceremony to a later date to become a full traditional ceremony” on change.org, a popular petition signing site where others can make, sign and comment on petitions for change. The LCHS petition on the website states, “We as seniors of the 2020 class, are very upset because we we’re all looking very forward to a traditional graduation ceremony. I feel that a lot of us are okay with a postponed version of our origi-

nal plan. Please help us seniors of 2020 not have a “unique” graduation instead of a traditional one we all would like.” You can find the petition at https://www.change.org/p/ lewis-county-board-of-education-postpone-lchs-graduation-ceremony-to-a-later-date-to-become-a-full-traditional-ceremony. As of press time on Tuesday, the petition had 691 signatures. Superintendent of Lewis County Schools Robin Lewis said she was not aware of the petition when contacted. She explained that graduation cannot be postponed until it is safe, because some students are enlisting. A celebration will reportedly be scheduled in June or July. She also explained there are guidelines set by Governor Jim Justice on how to plan graduations this year and Lewis County has made sure to follow those guidelines. Rules include details on remaining a safe distance apart, marks and signs of where to go and stand during the ceremony,

sanitizing measures and more. The plan also follows Justice’s Safer at Home order, prohibiting public gatherings over 25 people. The full pdf of guidelines can be found on the Coronavirus section of the West Virginia Department of Education website or at https:// wvde.us/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/GraduationCeremonies-Guidance-v5. pdf. “I'm just surprised... We are planning on having a celebration. We don't know quite what that looks like. I know we plan on leaving the stage up. We know the seniors have missed breakfast, cookouts, graduation and prom,” Lewis said. Despite the cancellation of many senior traditions, including prom and a traditional graduation ceremony like those of years past, Lewis County High School intends to make the most of a difficult situation by ensuring a safe celebration for students and their families.

Holden feels he has acquired alternative methods to improve the learning and educational experiences for other students. Holden would also like to create an atmosphere for more individualized learning at the middle school level. He feels students and parents should be able to collaborate to create a schedule that is individualized for each student. This plan would also include adding some more elective options for students to choose from. He believes this would create a more beneficial learning environment and motivate students to want to learn, and ultimately better prepare them in something that interests them and is useful. Holden is running for a seat on the BOE because he believes he can improve the Lewis County educational system in ways he feels it cheated him – he does not want other students to leave the school system with the same feelings of unpreparedness he experienced. “I feel that we can do a better job in preparing our students for life after school,” Holden stated. Holden is hopeful, that if elected, he can implement fresh ideas to help better prepare students to be able to survive in this world, without being so dependent on others. If elected, Holden promises to utilize his position to create a better educational system for the students, advocate for the benefits of teachers and staff, and to better each school in some way.

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recovered cases rose to 667, dominating the number of currently active cases at 510. During Monday’s press briefing, Justice bragged on WorkForce West Virginia's sextuple effort during this pandemic. West Virginia was also reportedly the first state to provide the additional $600 benefit from the CARES Act. Tuesday, Justice announced that West Virginians who have exhausted their regular unemployment benefits are eligible to apply for pandemic emergency unemployment compensation. This 13-week extension of unemployment assistance can be applied for at uc.workforcewv.org. On Monday, Justice again asked West Virginia residents to participate in the United States 2020 Census. “It means so much to West Virginia’s future. That’s all there is to it. It absolutely will mean so much as we go forward. The last go around, for 10 years, Siren from Page 1

United Way’s Food Drive collection tent set up at B-UMS on Tuesday. By Karli Hamrick Staff Writer BUCKHANNON — West Virginia United Way Collaborative and Pickering Associates hosted a food drive Tuesday at Buckhannon-Upshur Middle School, as part of a statewide Country Roads Food Drive. Volunteer from the Opportunity House, Tessa Smith, explained that the supply for food has dropped but the demand has drastically increased during this time. Realizing this, United Way decided to host this statewide food drive to help increase the supply and help those in need. Volunteers from around the community accepted donations from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

of new employees. Building inspector Mike Starett reported on building permits. The Council accepted the department reports. The Council approved the final reading to amend the Zoning Plan to include the Coffeehouse into the definitions as a conforming use. The Council approved the amendment. Councilors also held the first reading for the zoning ordinance for Lamar Street and accepted the proposed amendment to the Lamar lawsuit settlement. City Council moved to table discussion of the disposition of the gradall until further information is available. The Council approved to upgrade and renew their copier lease. Councilors discussed the Petition from Page 1

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WV HISTORY

This week in West Virginia history

CHARLESTON – The following events happened on these dates in West Virginia history. To read more, go to e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclopedia at www.wvencyclopedia.org. May 6, 1812: Activist and physician Martin Robison Delany was born in Charles Town. In February 1865, he was commissioned as a major in the U.S. Colored Troops. He was the only African-Amer-

ican Civil War officer to be given a field command. May 6, 1968: A continuous miner machine at the Gauley Coal & Coke Saxsewell No. 8 mine cut into an adjacent mine, which was filled with water. The resulting flood drowned four miners and trapped 21 others. May 6, 1968: Newspaper publisher John S. Knight received the Pulitzer Prize for his long record of service and

his series of columns opposing the Vietnam War. May 7, 1824: Logan County was created by the Virginia General Assembly from parts of Giles, Tazewell, Cabell, and Kanawha counties. The county seat was first known as Lawnsville, then Aracoma, and finally Logan. May 7, 1857: William Alexander MacCorkle was born in Rockbridge County, Virginia, on his father’s plantation. He served as West Virginia’s ninth governor. May 7, 1928: The Keith-Albee Theater opened in Huntington. The opening program featured a comedy called ‘‘Good Morning, Judge,’’ a newsreel, and five stage acts. But the theater itself, with its elaborate interior, clearly was the star of the evening. May 7, 1983: The New River Gorge National River began operations when the first visitor center opened near

Fayetteville. May 8, 1864: Clarence Wayland Watson was born in Fairmont. Watson was a prominent coal baron and served in the U.S. Senate from 1911 to 1913. May 8, 1998: Senator Jennings Randolph died at the age of 96. He was first elected to Congress in 1932 and served for 40 years. May 9, 1800: Abolitionist John Brown was born in Torrington, Connecticut. His 1859 raid on Harpers Ferry galvanized the nation, further alienating the North and South. May 9, 1843: Confederate spy ‘‘Belle’’ Boyd was born in Martinsburg. On July 4, 1861, Belle shot a Yankee soldier and started her spy career. May 9, 1863: Confederate raiders arrived at Burning Springs, Wirt County. There they set fire to 150,000 barrels of oil, oil tanks, engines for pumping, engine houses, wagons, and oil-laden boats.

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May 10, 1863, Stonewall Jackson died after uttering the words: ‘‘Let us cross over the river and rest under the shade of the trees.’’ He is buried in the Stonewall Jackson Cemetery in Lexington, Virginia. May 10, 1908: The first official observance of Mother’s Day was held at Andrews Methodist Episcopal Church in Grafton and simultaneously in Philadelphia. The holiday resulted from a vigorous campaign by Anna Jarvis who wanted to commemorate the spirit of her mother’s work as a social activist. May 10, 1960: John F. Kennedy defeated Hubert Humphrey in the West Virginia primary. It dispelled the widely held belief that being a Roman Catholic was a crippling handicap for a presidential candidate. May 11, 1909: Filmmaker Ellis Dungan was born. After years of working in the feature film industry in India, he settled

in Wheeling, where he shot documentaries and produced films for the state and the region. May 11, 1930: Physician John C. Norman, Jr. was born in Charleston. A noted thoracic and cardiovascular surgeon and researcher, he was best known for his work toward creating an artificial heart. May 12–14, 1921: Bullets peppered down on about a dozen mining towns in the Matewan-Williamson area, and nonunion miners fired back, in what became known as the Battle of the Tug. Three people were shot and killed. e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclopedia is a project of the West Virginia Humanities Council. For more information, contact the West Virginia Humanities Council, 1310 Kanawha Blvd. E., Charleston, WV 25301; (304) 3468500; or visit e-WV at www. wvencyclopedia.org.

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BUCKHANNON — The Lewis-Upshur Animal Control Facility still needs help finding furever homes for animals like Velvet and Chief, 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. Velvet is a beautiful blue and white Pit. She is 3 years old, weighs 52 pounds, and has already been spayed. Velvet was left in the shelter’s drop box back in January and was quickly adopted. Now, poor Velvet has been returned by her adopters because she does not like cats. She is also picky with puppy friends, so Velvet

would probably do best as an only dog. However, meet and greets can be set up at the pound if you have another pet in the home that you would like to introduce her to prior to adoption. Velvet has tons of love to give and would like to find her new furever home soon. Chief is a senior brown and black Shepherd mix. He is approximately 10 years old and weighs 72 pounds. Chief was picked up by the Animal Control Officer on Loudin Road over the weekend. If not claimed by his owners, he would love to find a new place to spend the remainder of his golden years. In accordance with social distancing guidelines, the pound has been open by appointment only for owner claims and scheduled adoptions, but L-UAC plans to reopen to the public on May 11.

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Visitors will be required to maintain 6 feet distance from others and utilize precautionary masks and gloves while inside the facility. Velvet and Chief, as well as many other loving cats and dogs, are available for adoption at the Lewis-Upshur Animal Control Facility located on Mud Lick Road in Buckhannon, so please adopt, don’t shop! Call L-UAC at (304) 472-3865 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.

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