Day Tripping in Summersville ideas
Summersville, WV LEWIS COUNTY COMMUNITY GUIDE
PLAN YOUR DAY TRIP 1. Battle Run Beach Summersville Lake Marina Inc. Copyright2.2019 3. Adventures On the Gorge 4. Sarge’s Dive Shop 5. Mountain Lake Campground & Cabins 6. Summersville Lake Lighthouse 7. Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park
Gilmer Inmate admits to indecent exposure
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DAY TRIPPING SHOPPING & DINING 1. Kirkwood WineryJuly 10, 2019 Wednesday, 2. Gauley River Pottery 3. Maloney’s Pub 4. Country Potpourri/Gauley River Rustics 5. Appalachian Coffee House
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SUMMERSVILLE IS ALWAYS IN SEASON!
Centrally located in the mountains of West Virginia, Summersville offers endless opportunities for fun-filled days enjoying beauty, adventure, history and relaxation. The city is the home of the state’s largest lake, Summersville Lake, which is a beautiful clear water lake stretching over 60 miles of shoreline and 2800 acres of water. Water temperatures are warm and visibility is 20-45 feet. Come on over...it is almost heaven!
“The Little Bahamas of the East” by Skin Diver Magazine. Divers will marvel at the aquatic life darting among the underwater formations and will want to search for the three boats at the bottom of the lake.
working lighthouse, with a light at the top that stretches 30 miles over the lake. After spending a day at the lake, spend the rest of your vacation hiking one of the many trails or maybe golfing on one of the nine-hole courses. Or, take the kiddos for a round of miniature golf at Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins. Enjoy some Civil War History and visit the Patterson Museum at Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park. Take a tour of Kirkwood Winery and the Isaiah Morgan Distillery and taste some of the 30 different wines.
CLARKSBURG – Damon Johnson, an inmate at what about rock climbing? SumFederal Correction Institution And, Gilmer in Glenville, West mersville Lake has become internationVirginia, has admitted to indecent exposure, United States ally famous for the enormous number of vertical cliffs available to climb or Attorney Bill Powell announced. The rock is composed of NutJohnson, age 42, pled guiltyrappel. to one count of “Indecent tall Sandstone and the cliffs range from Boat rentalsJohnson are availableadmitted at Summers- to 30-80 feet in heighthimself and the walls Exposure.” exposing torange staff ville Lake Marina and Summersville from slightly overhanging to extremely at FCI Gilmer in March 2019. overhanging. Lake Retreat. Enjoy pontoons, kayaks, and canoes. was And, speaking of the lake, Johnson sentenced to 90 days incarceration forThere are many beautiful overlooks to the fish are jumping! Hook large and Be sure to save time to climb the 122 see and save time to bring home a few the crime. small mouth bass, walleye, panfish, cat- steps to the top of the Summersville souvenirs. There are primitive shops, fish and troutU.S. stockedAttorney in the spring and Lake Retreat Lighthouse,prosecuted overlooking antiques, retail, and even an old-fashAssistant Brandon S. Flower fall. beautiful Summersville Lake. Who ioned hardware store, Hardman’s Hardthe case on behalf of the government. Gilmer Special would haveFCI thought a land locked state ware, in downtown Summersville. If Summersville Services Lake is the perfect place would have a lighthouse? And it is a you are a quilt enthusiast, stop by the Investigative investigated. for scuba diving and has been called U.S. Magistrate Judge Michael John Aloi presided. Quilt Shoppe for some supplies and
Walnut Grove Antiques or Country Potpourri and Gauley River Rustics for some fantastic antiques. There are a host of festivals in the summer and fall and check out the event schedule at the Summersville Arena & Conference Center. Summersville is easy to navigate and offers a large selection of lodging to match any budget. Restaurants range from fast food to fine dining. Winter, spring, summer or fall, Summersville has something to offer couples, families, adventure seekers, historians, or just those seeing relaxation. For more information, download a Visitor’s Guide or call 304-872-3722 for a free guide and coupon for a free tee shirt. Courtesy of www.summersvillecvb.com
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Brooklyn Detamore reigns as Flame Queen over the Weston July 4th parade.
SJMH welcomes SJMH employee new orthopedic of the month surgeon
Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital, in Weston, is pleased to announce the addition of Robert Erdin, III, M.D., to the staff of physicians. The orthopedic surgeon will be practicing at Weston Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Center, located at 29 Hospital Plaza in Weston. Dr. Erdin received his undergraduate degree from Duke University with a double major in chemistry and economics. His medical degree is from the Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, GA. His residency and fellowship are from the University of Tennessee Campbell Clinic of Memphis. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery.
When asked about why he chose orthopedics as his specialty his answer was simple…”I enjoy identifying a problem and fixing it.” His parents, Robert and Mary Kay Erdin, live in High Point, NC. He comes from a family of physicians. His father is a retired cardiologist. His mother’s father was a general practitioner in Pennsylvania. His wife, Jennifer Stone Erdin, is a retired pediatrician. The couple has two children – Alex, 16, and Chase, 14. He is looking forward to starting here and meeting new patients. In his spare time he likes to water ski and play the guitar.
Cardiac Rehabilitation’s Susan Carpenter has been selected as Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital Employee of the Month for June 2019. She began employment at the Hospital in 1999 in the Physical Therapy Department. She and her husband, Kevin, live on Sauls Run Road with their canine companions - two Jack Russells named Butchie and Scrappy, and Si, the Rottweiler. Susan has one daughter, Melissa Leavitt, ofWeston, who is a private home health caregiver. Susan is originally from Ohio, the daughter of Ethel and the late John Snyder, of Wooster. Her father was originally from Weston and Susan came to this area because of the family connection. Susan’s nominator wrote: “Susan is a hard worker who provides excellent care to every patient, every time. She is kind,
Robert Erdin, III, M.D.
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professional, compassionate and goes above and beyond when caring for our stress test patients and out-patient rehab clients.” Physical Therapy Director Matt DeGarmo noted, “Susan is an excellent team member and would be a fantastic choice for this honor.” Susan was pleased with the nomination and noted, “Thank you for nominating me for employee of the month. It was a nice surprise and I am grateful. I have always believed that the people you work with are what make the job worthwhile. I have co-workers here who make each day a new adventure. It is nice to come to work each day. I feel so fortunate to have a job that I thoroughly enjoy.” In her spare time she enjoys nature and being outdoors. Boating at Stonewall Lake with her family is especially nice. SUNDAY Chance of Thunderstorms 85/64