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Courts Motors helps raise $1,600 for Winfield Show Choir By Jack Bailey jackbailey@theputnamstandard.com

American flags line West Virginia 817 in Winfield near a large, uprooted tree. Photo by David Payne Sr. Due to the severe storms that hit our area on Friday, June 29th, The Putnam Standard was unable to print a July 3rd edition. We did our best, but without electricity in a pretty-much electronic world, we were in the same predicament as everyone else. We apologize for any inconvenience that this may have caused and we would like to say “thank you” to all of our advertisers for their understanding during this time. By the time you read this, we hope that all of our readers are now doing well in a cool home with phones, water, and everything else that we all take for granted at times. Be sure to look in this edition for photos of the storm, as well as check out our website at www.theputnamstandard.com.

HURRICANE – Courts Motors of Hurricane recently helped raise $1,600 for the Winfield High School Show Choir by hosting a Dodge Booster Club fundraiser. On May 12, Courts provided Dodge Brand cars for test drives at Winfield High School. For every test drive, Dodge contributed $20 to the Show Choir. In all, 80 people made test drives that day, raising $1,600 for the Show Choir. Courts officials presented Winfield High School Show Choir Director Jeff Haught with a $1,600 check. “This is a substantial donation to the program,” Haught said. “This really means a great deal.”

Courts Motors of Hurricane recently helped raise $1,600 for the Winfield Show Choir by hosting a Dodge Booster Club event. Courts Motors presented a check to Winfield's Choir Director Jeff Haught. From left are Lesa Courts, Chris Adkison, Jeff Haught, Joe Rickaby, Cecil Courts Jr., Jeff Cavender, and Cecil Courts. Photo by Jack Bailey Haught said that last year the show choir competed in

state and regional tournaments, and even travelled as

far as Indiana and Orlando, SEE COURTS ON PAGE 3

Habitat for Humanity breaks ground on Hurricane Home By Jack Bailey

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HURRICANE – Habitat for Humanity of Kanawha and Putnam held a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, June 28, for a new home to be built by the organization on Montana Avenue in Hurricane. Several dozen county business and civic leaders tur ned out for the groundbreaking for the new home,

Several dozen Putnam County business and civic leaders attended a groundbreaking in Hurricane on Thursday, June 28, for a new home to be built by Habitat for Humanity. Photo by Jack Bailey

which will be the first one built by Habitat for Humanity in Putnam County since 2004. Sean Means, executive director of Habitat for Humanity of Kanawha and Putnam, said that his group was glad to once again be building a home in Putnam County and hopes to do many more in the near future. SEE HOME ON PAGE 6

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Page 2 –Tuesday,July 10,2012 Hurricane Church of Christ Food Pantry The Hurricane Church of Christ, 600 Midland Trail (the church on the hill beside Hurricane Middle School) has a food pantry open to the public. If you are in need of some grocery items, you may visit us on Monday and Friday of each week between the hours of 11:00 A.M. through 1:00 P.M. It would be helpful if you would call before coming. Call: 304-562-6491.

2012 Putnam County Fair Royalty! The 2012 Putnam County Fair Queen and Teen Queen pageants were held June 16th at Hurricane Middle School. This year’s Queen and Teen Queen are: 2012 Putnam County Fair Queen - Katie Asbury from St. Albans 2012 Putnam County Fair Teen Queen - Greyson Young from Eleanor. The Fair Board works hard, year after year to bring some of the best entertainment and activities to town… and 2012 is no exception. With something for everyone to enjoy, the Fair makes for a great day (or several days) of summer fun! So, make plans now to visit the Putnam County Fair July 14th – 21st at the Ernest Page Jr. Fairgrounds, Rt. 62 in the Putnam County Park, Eleanor, where you’re sure see the Queen andTeen Queen participating in various activities throughout the 8-day event. Say ‘hello’ and congratulate these girls on their reign as 2012 Fair Royalty.

Sarah Duterte named to Dean's List at Mansfield University Sarah Duterte of Winfield has been named to the spring 2012 Dean's List at Mansfield Univer-

Community Calendar sity. To be named to the Dean's List, a student must be attending the university full-time and attain at least a 3.5 GPA for the semester. Mansfield University is a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE). For more information visit mansfield.edu.

Area Students graduate from West Virginia Wesleyan Area students received their degrees from West Virginia Wesleyan in May after completing their degree requirements during the 2012 spring semester. Emily Lewis, from Eleanor, graduated with a bachelor of science in exercise science degree. Morganne Bennett, from Winfield, graduated cum laude with a bachelor of science in marketing degree. Kelsey Tolley, from Scott Depot, graduated with a bachelor of in music education degree. Founded in 1890, West Virginia Wesleyan is a private residential college located in Buckhannon. The College offers 43 majors and graduate programs in athletic training, business, education, English, and nursing. Nine Wesleyan students have been selected as U.S. Department of State Fulbright Scholars.

Rotary Golf Tournament set for Aug. 6 The 17th annual Putnam County Rotary Club Golf Tournament will take place on Monday, Aug. 6, beginning at 10 a.m. at Little Creek Golf Course in South Charleston. Proceeds from the tournament go to support the work of the Rotary Club. The cost is $125 per person, or $500 for a team. All players will receive a goody bag, beverages, lunch, dinner and a cart. Tournament and hole sponsorships are still available for the tournament. For more information, or to register, contact Tournament Chair Don Broyles at (304) 757-3920.

Bob Thompson to perform at FireSide Grille Bob Thompson is scheduled to perform at the FireSide Grille,

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Huntington's Disease Support Group Formed A peer-led Huntington's Disease Support Group has been formed in Charleston for patients, families, caregivers and those at risk. The meetings are held on the second Saturday of the month from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Saint Francis Hospital. For more information, call 304-549-3266 or debarm@suddenlink.net.

SAHS Class of 1961 Picnic SAHS Class of 1961 will have a picnic on Saturday, July 14, at 4 p.m. at Curry River Center in Tornado. Everyone is to bring their own chair, a dessert and vegetable. Meat and drinks will be provided. For info contact Sharron Tyer Rogers at 727-0630 or wvu111@aol.com, Janet Jones Wehrle at 727-3333, or Mary Scholl Carr at 727-7665 or mcarrhome@aol.com

Looking for Book Festival Exhibitors Exhibitors and vendors are being sought for the 12th annual West Virginia Book Festival Oct. 13 and 14 at the Charleston Civic Center. Vendor packets can be downloaded at www.wvbookfestival.org. Visit the website or call 304-343-4646, ext. 246, for more information.

Expectant Parents' Program The CAMC Family Resource Center conducts a "Becoming a Family" program at CAMC Teays Valley Hospital. Programs, services and classes are designed to help expectant parents gain as much information as possible on parenthood. Attendees (including family and friends, depending on the nature of the class) will leave feeling supported and more confident during the process. The program includes special classes on preparing for childbirth, preparing siblings, pediatric CPR, breastfeeding, infant massage and pregnancy mas-

sage (for couples). Contact the hospital for more details.

Trip to Washington DC Milton VFW Post 9796 is scheduling a trip to Washington DC in mid-October. We will be staying 2 nights at a 4-diamond Sheraton Hotel in Manassas, VA. The tour will include the War Memorial, as many of the Presidential Monuments as possible, Arlington Cemetery, The Smithsonian Institute, Constitution Gardens, and other attractions. We can go to the Capitol Visitors Center and see the outside of the Capitol Building or we can tour the inside pending availability. The cost for double occupancy is $225.00 per person. If we can get 50 people willing to go. The price includes the coach, driver and his gratuity, 2 nights at the hotel, 2 breakfasts at the hotel, plus a 4-hour guide. If interested, call George Shy, 304-633-7203 voice mail, 304743-9907.

Senior Fitness Classes Senior fitness classes are held at the John Henson Senior Center in Hurricane from 1:15 to 2:15 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. A certified fitness instructor leads the class. For more information, call 304-757-0016.

Teays Valley Fire Department announces Computer Lab Hours Teays Valley Fire Department, Scott Depot Road, offers a Computer Lab for public use on Mondays from 3 – 9 p.m. and Thursdays from 6 – 10 p.m.

Hurricane Civic Chorus to begin practice for Fall Season The Hurricane Civic Chorus will begin practice for the Fall Semester on Tuesday, August 28th at 7:00 p.m. at Forrest Burdette United Methodist Church, 2848 Putnam Avenue, Hurricane. For more information, call Pamela Tabor at 304-562-6539.

The Putnam Standard Network Of Women (NOW) Monthly Meeting Date: July 19, 2012 Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM at the Putnam County Chamber of Commerce Office. About NOW: This committee is led by women in business in the community. Programs are designed to support women in the business community. Typical programs conducted throughout the year are a blood drive, the “Uniquely Me” Program, “Ladies Night Out” and “In the Know”. The group also participates in “Bell Ringing” for the Salvation Army and collected non-perishable food items throughout the year and distributed to the local food pantry to give back to the community. NOW is open to all women working for and with Putnam County Chamber member businesses interested in expanding their professional, personal and social relationships with other women.

Alcoholics Anonymous Can Help If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, we can help. Call Alcoholics Anonymous at 1.800.333.5051 or find meeting locations at www.aawv.org.

Car & Bike Show! Mark your calendar now for the 4th Annual Point Pleasant River Museum Car and Bike Show, to be held Saturday July 14, 2012 at 28 Main Street, Point Pleasant, WV (across from TuEndie-Wei State Park). Registration time will begin at 9:00 am with the Show being held from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. This Benefit for the Point Pleasant River Museum, will offer food and drinks, music & awards, great door prizes and a 50/50 drawing. Classes are: 1985 & newer; 1984 & older; Motorcycle and Motorized bikes. There is a $10.00 entry fee. For more information, please contact: Jack Fowler or Ruth Fout at 304-674-0144.

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Ban on Texting, Talking on a Cellphone while Driving now in Effect By Jack Bailey jackbailey@theputnamstandard.com

CHARLESTON – West Virginia's new law banning texting or talking on a cell phone while driving is now in effect. The law became effective July 1 and creates a primary offense of sending a text message while driving, meaning that law enforcement officers can pull a driver over for that offense alone.

The same law also creates a secondary offense of talking on a cell phone while driving. With a secondary offense, a driver can be cited, but only after being pulled over for another, primary offense. Talking on a cell phone while driving will become a primary offense on July 1, 2013. The new law also carries penalties of a $100 fine for a first offense; a $200 fine for a second offense; and a $300 fine for a third or subsequent offense. The

Putnam Farmers’ Market selected for Pilot Program SUBMITTED ARTICLE HURRICANE -- The Putnam Farmers’ Market is one of 10 West Virginia farmers markets to be selected for a Farmers Market Training Network Pilot Program for the 2012-2013 market seasons. During the two years, members will receive training, networking opportunities and technical assistance, which will help strengthen their viability and vendors’ income-earning capacity. The market will receive assistance from a qualified consultant on a topic of their choosing, and will be eligible to apply for a mini-grant of up to $1,000 to address specific needs. The market was selected by a competitive process for the program, which was developed through the West Virginia Food & Farm Coalition, the West Virginia Community Development Hub and the WVU Extension Service, with funding coming from the Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation. Market members said they are expecting to gain valuable resources through this experience, which will help the market build relationships with other West Vir-

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ginia farmers markets, so they can share knowledge and continue to work together on collective marketing strategies. The Putnam Farmers’ Market, located in Hurricane City Park, is open May through October on Tuesdays from 3:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. For more information visit www.putnamfarmersmarket.wee bly.com. In addition to the website, the Putnam Farmers' Market also has a Facebook page that you can like to receive regular updates. For more information, contact the Market by phone at (304) 300-8995 or by e-mail at Putnam_Farmers_Market @mail.com.

new law also allows for the state Division of Motor Vehicles to take three points off a driver's license for a third offense or greater. There are some exceptions to the ban. The ban does not apply to law enforcement officers, firefighters, or emergency medical personnel in the performance of their duties. The law also allows people to make phone calls to report to

authorities a fire, traffic accident, road hazard, or other emergencies. The new law does allow people to talk on 'hands free' devices while driving. "The operating mission statement of the West Virginia State Police stresses our commitment to creating and maintaining a safe environment for motorists traveling on the State's roadways. The recent passage of legislation pertaining to texting and

cellular phone usage while driving a motor vehicle enhances our efforts to ensure such an environment," said West Virginia State Police Col. C. R. "Jay" Smithers. "Distracted driving increasingly seems to be the underlying cause of many traffic crashes, not only in West Virginia but throughout the country. This new law should be successful in preventing a great deal of loss to both property and human lives.”

Rickaby said of helping the day of the event. “The kids are the main purpose for me. Let's do what we can to raise money to support the kids.” Adkison said that he had no clue ahead of time how many people would show up to test drive a Dodge car the day of the event, but was pleased with the turnout. He said that the Boosters have already begun making plans to do the test drive event again next year. “We definitely want to do it again,” he said. “This was a good event that raised money for the kids. That's what it's all about. It's not for the parents. It's for the kids.” In addition to the test driving, the day of the event, there was also a car show and craft show at Winfield High School to also help raise funds for the Show Choir.

“We love working with the parents and students in our community,” said Lesa Courts of Courts Motors. “We were very happy with the community turnout at the Dodge Booster Club school fundraiser. It is our pleasure to present the contribution check to the Winfield High School Show Choir in the amount of $1,600.” Reid Bigland, president and CEO of the Dodge Brand of the Chrysler Group LLC, said “The Dodge Brand and our dealers are committed to giving back to the communities where we do business. That is why we're proud to support organizations that encourage student development and growth.” The Dodge Brand donated nearly $467,000 to high school booster clubs last year nationwide.

COURTS FROM PAGE 1 Fla., for show choir events. Fundraising events like the Dodge Booster Club event can help pay for travel and other costs associated with the show choir. Chris Adkison, a service technician at Courts, is also president of the Choir Boosters Association at Winfield High School and helped organize the test drive event. His son, Cody, was part of the show choir this past school year as a freshman at Winfield. “We saw this program online,” Adkison said of the test drive fundraiser. “It had never been done in West Virginia. We started reading into it and making phone calls and worked to make it happen.” The day of the event, fellow Courts Motors service technician Joe Rickaby helped out at Winfield High School by answering questions from those who turned out to test drive a vehicle. “It's all about the kids,”

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Aftermath of the Storm Hurricane man wins State Truck Driving Championship By Jack Bailey jackbailey@theputnamstandard.com

HURRICANE -- Hurricane resident and professional truck driver John Hodges was named Grand Champion of the West Virginia Trucking Association’s 57th Annual Truck Driving Championship, held Saturday, June 23 in Charleston, association representatives announced. Hodges, a driver for UPS Freight, took the top honor after competing in a variety of skill and safety tests. This is the third time Hodges has won the Grand Champion Award, placing first in 2008 and 2010. Jan Vineyard, President of the association, said, “The purpose of the Truck Driving Championship is to give trucking professionals the opportunity to test their driving and safety skills against their West Virginia peers. The competition mirrors what professional truck drivers must do day-in and day-out to maintain safety records unmatched by any other segment of the driving public.” In addition to the driving competition, which included over 50 professional truck drivers representing 11 West Virginia-based motor freight companies, the association recognized drivers for their 2011 safety accomplishments during an awards banquet Saturday evening. Vineyard said Paul Gray, a

John Hodges of Hurricane has been named Grand Campion of the West Virginia Trucking Association’s Annual Truck Driving Championship. Courtesy photo Mt. Nebo, West Virginia resident who drives for PetroTransport, was leum honored with the West Virginia Professional Driver-ofthe-Year Award. Gray has driven over 2.6 million miles in his 35 year career with no accidents. Keith Miller, a Marlinton, West Virginia, resident employed by Burns Motor Freight, was honored with the State Police Safety Award. Miller has driven for 33 years and 3 million miles without any accidents. He was named Driver Of The Year in 2007, has won Driver Of The Month five times and received the Outstanding Driver Award four times. Randy Johnson, a driver with Petroleum Transport Inc. and a Summersville, West Virginia resident, earned the Federal Motor

Carrier Safety Administration Driver of the Year Award. Johnson has driven for nearly 27 years and has logged over 2.7 million miles without an accident. Other winners include: Rookie of the Year: Eric Johnson, FedEx Freight Team Champions – UPS Freight 1st Place Straight Truck – James Priddy, FedEx Freight 1st Place 3-Axle Tractor Semi-trailer – John Hodges, UPS Freight 1st Place 4-Axle Tractor Semi-trailer – Tim Hodges, UPS Freight 1st Place 5-Axle Van – Clarence Jenkins, Jr., UPS Freight Tank Truck – John Gibson, ABF Freight Systems Flatbed – Kenneth Grimmett, Con-Way Freight Twin Trailers – Richard Spaur, Con-Way Freight Sleeper Berth – Steve Looney, Petroleum Transport First Place Step Van – Tim Bailey, Jr., UPS Ground Pre-Trip Inspection Award – Gerald Pugh, FedEx Freight Written Test Score Winner – Kenneth Grimmett, ConWay Freight All first place drivers will compete in the American Trucking Associations’ National Truck Driving Championship – also known as the Super Bowl of Safety – taking place in Minneapolis, MN, August 7-11, 2012.

Downed limbs litter the grounds in front of the Putnam County Courthouse in Winfield.

A view from the Putnam County Courthouse steps Saturday.

An American Electric Power worker works on a downed power line Friday night shortly after a storm with hurricane-force winds passed through. Photos by David Payne Sr.

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Commission awards bid to build new Putnam Animal Shelter By Jack Bailey jackbailey@theputnamstandard.com

WINFIELD – The Putnam Commission has County awarded Charleston-based building contractor BBL Carlton the bid to build the new Putnam County Animal Shelter. BBL Carlton submitted the low bid of $2,053,967 for the project at a special meeting of the Commission on June 21. Following review of the six bids that were submitted, the Commission confirmed the selection of BBL Carlton to build the new animal shelter at its regular meeting on Tuesday, June 26. Following the awarding of the bid, County Manager Brian Donat said that officials hope that ground can be broken on the new animal shelter in July. The new animal shelter will be located on the Eleanor side of the Ross Booth Memorial Bridge at Winfield. It will replace an existing facility in Winfield that has been in use for 27 years. In other news at the June 26 meeting, commissioners voted to keep the county's property and liability insurance with The Travelers, through the Hurricane-based Payne & Garlow Insurance. The Commission had also heard a presentation from the West Virginia Counties Risk Pool at its June 12 meeting and had asked for time to consider both proposals. At the June 26 meeting, both Harold Payne of Payne & Garlow and Steve Rawlings of the West Virginia Counties Risk Pool were on hand to offer additional information and to field questions from commissioners. Payne actually presented commissioners with a lower premium proposal than he presented at the June 12 meeting, saying that “Travelers doesn't want to lose the account.” Payne & Garlow has carried the county's insurance for the past 15 years. Payne's new premium proposal was for $400,640, while the cost of the Risk Pool's proposal was $374,561.

Despite the higher premium costs, all three Putnam County commissioners questioned language in the contract proposal from the Risk Pool that allowed for the Pool to come back and charge assessments during the year if the Pool faced a situation where it was unable to make payouts on behalf of its members. “You mean we could be doing everything right here in Putnam County and could still have an assessment because some other member of the pool was negligent,” Commissioner Steve Andes asked Rawlings. “Heaven help us to be in there with Lincoln County (where two elected officials recently pleaded guilty to federal vote buying charges).” Rawlings said that while the Risk Pool reserved the right to make an assessment if circumstances arose, it would be very unlikely. Rawlings also questioned Payne & Garlow dropping the premium from the one it first proposed on June 12. “Where was that two weeks ago,” Rawlings said. In the end, commissioners

voted to keep the county's insurance business with Payne & Garlow, citing the local office and high level of service the county has received through the years. “Is the value there to justify paying more,” Commissioner Joe Haynes said. “Yes, I think it is. I think we are better off staying with a company that we know and that we have received a high level of service from through the years.” In other news at the June 26 meeting, commissioners approved a Payment In Lieu Of Taxes (PILOT) Agreement with West Virginia Steel. Under the agreement, West Virginia Steel will pay no real property taxes for two years. The company is planning a 60,000 square foot expansion project and the money that would have gone to taxes will instead be put into expanding the company. Ultimately, company officials say that once the expansion is complete they hope to be in a position to also add 40 additional workers. The Commission approved the PILOT Agreement on a 2-1 vote with Commission President Gary Tillis voting against

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the agreement. In other news at the June 26 meeting, commissioners approved a change of scope request for the Putnam County Fair Board to use a $5,000 Community Partnership Grant to perform work on the amphitheater at the fairgrounds. The grant had originally been awarded for new bathroom construction. Commissioners also approved a number of extension requests for a variety of community participation grants, including one for work on the flooding problem in Hometown. Commissioners also set a public hearing for July 24 at 9:30 a.m. for two annexation requests for property to be

brought into the town of Winfield. Both pieces of property are located on Winfield Road, with one being .75 of an acre and the other being just over 1 acre. Commissioners also approved a participation agreement to participate in the state's local government purchasing card program. Donat said that purchasing cards would be used primarily for gas and other smaller purchases and that county employees would be trained on what can be bought with the cards. The next meeting of the Putnam County Commission will be July 24 at 9 a.m. at the courthouse in Winfield.

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Velma’s View By Velma Kitchens VELMA’S VIEW: Some Things My Dad Taught Me Don’t walk with your hands in your pockets (if you fall, nothing to catch yourself with) Don’t bet on the other man’s trick, he will win ALL the time. In the winter when you think you are driving slow enough, go a little bit slower. On foggy mornings run your wipers on low, get the mist off the windshield. When going around a curve, slow down, you don’t know what’s in the road around the curve. Respect electricity. Don’t lay anything on top of the Bible. Eat all your food on your plate. Take all you want, but eat all you take. Respect your President, love your country and flag. Honor the elderly, they have been through life and have more wisdom than younger people, most of the time. Don’t start a fight, end it. Don’t get so far in debt you can’t get out. Don’t mow grass on Sunday. Always have gas in your vehicle. Once a Marine, always a Marine. (Editor’s Note: Recently,Velma Kitchens of Culloden called our office in Teays Valley saying that she had seen an ad in our paper(s) wanting freelance writers.Velma said that she has been writing for a long time and “enjoys writing about the places my family and I have visited in the State”. She went on to say that she can write about anything. So for awhile, space allowing, we’ll be printing some of Velma’s stories under the caption “Velma’s View” - as Velma’s writings vary from things her Dad taught her to First Grade in Florida to Central Elementary School (out Route 34 south across from Turkey Creek) to many more subjects near and dear to her heart. We hope that you enjoy Velma’s View and ask that you drop us a line and let us know what YOU would like Velma to write about.You may email suggestions/comments to trudyblack@theputnam standard.com or mail them to PO Box 186, Culloden,WV 25510).

HOME FROM PAGE 1 “ We are working to br ing Habitat for Humanity back to Putnam County,” said Means. “ We had a goal to build a house in Putnam County before this year was up and we are pleased to be breaking ground on that house.” Means said that Habitat for Humanity has already secured a second piece of property in Putnam County, and hopes to build as many as 10 homes in the county in the next five years. The groundbreaking ceremony in Hurr icane was for the 149th home to be built by Habitat for Humanity of Kanawha and Putnam. Once completed, the home will be owned by Karen White. White will have to put in 250 hours of 'sweat equity' with Habitat for Humanity as part of her agreement in buying the home. She has already worked on other Habitat projects and will participate in the construction of her new home as well. Also aiding in the constr uction of the new home will be members of the St. John United Methodist Church. Pastor Martin Hallett said that his congregation wanted to be active in the project as par t of its 50th anniversary celebration this year. Employees of Bayer will also play a big role in the home's constr uction,

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Habitat for Humanity Executive Director Shawn Means and future Habitat for Humanity homeowner Karen White prepare to break ground on White's new home in Hurricane. The home, located on Montana Avenue, is the first home to be built by Habitat for Humanity in Putnam County since 2004. Photo by Jack Bailey Means said. The property on Montana Avenue in Hurr icane was donated to Habitat for Humanity for the project, Means said. Work will begin on the site this week, and if all goes well should be completed in three months time. While work is beginning on the home, Means said that Habitat for Humanity is actively looking for other build sites in Putnam County, and other families in the county who could qualify to be a Habitat for Humanity homeowner. To be approved for a Habitat for Humanity home, a family must have income between 30 percent and 70 percent of the area median, be living in substandard conditions and willing to

partner by helping to build their own home. Interested applicants should contact Lori Wyatt at 304-720-0141, ext. 12 for more infor mation and to find out if they qualify. Means said more applications are needed from Putnam County residents in order for Habitat to meet its goal of building 10 homes in the area. In addition to homeowners, Habitat for Humanity is also seeking donations of land, money, and volunteers to help build the homes. Anyone interested in helping in Putnam County may contact Means at 304720-0141 ext. 21. More infor mation is also available online at http://hfhkp.org.

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Not all Knots made the Same

David Payne Sr. Column by David Payne Sr. davidpayne@theputnamstandard.com

I’ve been taking my son fishing this summer and he’s at just the right age where he needs to be tying his own knots. I remember the knots I used for tying on lures at his age – basically an overhand knot, then a few more overhand knots on top of that for good measure. When I became a Boy Scout, however, I learned that like tools, there are different knots for different jobs. Whenever you snag your line and pull it until it breaks, you’ve probably noticed that it breaks at the knot every time. There’s a good reason for that – the knot is always the weakest part of any line. You’d think your 10-pound

test line would break under 10 pounds of pressure. That might be true for the line, but not for your knot. There was a time when I experimented with the tension (pulling) force needed to break different lines with different knots. What knot you tie – and how you tie it – makes a major difference. The breaking point of a double or triple overhand knot like I first tied on 10-pound line, is about five pounds of pressure. If you tie a cinch knot – the knot I use – the breaking point is around nine pounds of pressure and note, even with one of the best knots for the job, 10-pound line still won’t withstand 10 pounds of pressure. If you’re tying overhand knots, you will need 20pound test line to get the same strength you get from a cinch knot with 10-pound test line. Regardless of what knot you choose, it won’t live up to its full potential unless you lubricate the line as you tighten it. If you pull a knot tight with dry, monofilament line, the heat from that friction will actually melt the line and make it weaker. I suppose you could also use water, but I always spit on the line to lubricate the knot. There are three basic knots you need for fishing line – a

knot to tie on the hook or lure, a knot to tie on something, such as a sinker above the hook and a non-slip loop knot. For the non-slip loop, Lefty Kreh – the same guy who invented the Kreh Deceiver fly in the 1950s, invented a knot for the purpose, called the Kreh knot. I also invented a non-slip loop knot, which I call the Payne knot. I always use a cinch knot for tying swivels, lures, flies or hooks to the end of my line. It’s only supposed to have six turns, because once you get past seven turns, the knot can be difficult to tighten. When I was younger, I went as far as 11 loops with any line less than 10-pound test, but I’ve not done that in years. To tie the cinch knot, thread the line through the eye of the hook and pull through four inches of line. Hold the hook or lure with one hand and make several twists (at least five) around the standing part of the line. If you are using heavy fishing line, you can get by with and probably shouldn’t make more than four turns. Just above the hook line, the line forms an "eye" just above the hook. Thread the loose end through that line and pull tight. The Palomar knot is your go-to knot when you want to

tie something onto the middle of a line. Let’s say you want to tie on a sinker ¬not talking about slipshots, of course, but you‘ve already tied on your hook. You don’t have to cut the line to tie the knot, if you know how to tie the Palomar Knot. When I was a kid, I used this knot for tying hooks along a traut line or drop line. Double over a few inches of line and pass the newlyformed loop through the hook eye, but don’t pull it all the way through. Let the hook hang loosely and tie an overhand knot with the doubled line, but don’t tighten it. Pass the hook through the hoop and pull carefully until the knot tightens just above the hook eye. This is supposed to be the strongest fishing knot yet conceived and can be used to tie a hook on the end of the line as well. There are many reasons you need a non-slip loop knot for fishing. I use them to attach my homemade leaders to the main fly line. Crankbaits need to be tied on with a non-slip loop to work properly. There are several of these knots out there. Of course, there’s Kreh’s and Rapala has its own knot for the purpose. I, however, prefer my own creation, the Payne knot. In the Boy Scout, the nonslip loop of choice is the bow-

line, an ancient knot from the days of sail. The only reason that the bowline isn’t used for fishing is because it will slip when used on monofilament line. My knot is basically a modification of the bowline, so it will work on monofilament line. I can tie it in 12 seconds and it is as strong as anything I know. I am right handed, so reverse the directions if you are left handed. Thread the line through the crankbait’s eye and hold the loose end of the line with your right hand. Let the crankbait hang down several inches, because you will need a lot of slack line. Make three small loops in the standing part of the line (the part between the crankbait and the reel). I do this by wrapping it loosely around my finger. Pinch the loops between your left thumb and index finger to ensure they don’t come apart. Thread the loose end of the line through these loops and wrap it once around the standing part of the line, then back through the loops. Spit on the loops. Pull it tight, but keep a little pinch pressure on the loops as you do to keep the loops from coming apart as you tighten. Contact David Payne Sr. at davidpayne@theputnamstandard.com.

National Forest Caves to remain closed to the Public By David Payne Sr. davidpayne@theputnamstandard.com

The U.S. Forest Service recently announced the caves in the Monongahela National Forest – which protects nearly one million acres in West Virginia – will stay closed to the public. The move comes just before the National Speleogical Society’s convention in Lewisburg last weekend. The caves have been closed since 2009, but the recent move continues the moratorium until next year and could be extended later. The closure is meant to prevent spread of white-nosesyndrome, a disease that has killed several million bats in the United States. “We know bats play an extremely important role in reducing agricultural and forest pests”, notes Forest Supervisor Clyde Thompson. “It’s been very difficult to predict the long term effects

of any management actions, so we’ve been taking the most cautious approach to protecting bats in caves. This is especially important since the Monongahela contains numerous caves heavily used by bats and the Forest in general is important to sustaining bat populations.” The disease is caused by a fungus, which appears on the muzzles of hibernating bats. Once a cave is infected, the fungus spreads rapid and mortalities can exceed 90 percent. The fungus itself is not by itself lethal, but is similar to athlete’s foot, only on a bat’s nose. The fungus irritates the bats so, that they are unable to enjoy their hibernation slumber. The annoying itching awakens the bats, who not only use up their fat reserves, but also fly outside of the caves, apparently in search of food. Sometimes, they even leave their caves in mid-day in search of flying insects to eat,

which are of course absent in winter, and the bats starve to death. The Forest Service will be conducting an analysis, which is slated to begin this summer, to study the impact of public intrusion into bat caves. Officials are still unsure of a way to make caves accessible to the public, while protecting native bats. Two years ago, white-nosesyndrome was discovered in bats in West Virginia’s largest and most important bat cave, Hellhole in Pendleton County, where an estimated 200,000 bats hibernate each winter. The cave is also important nationally as it is a designated critical habitat for two federally-endangered species, the Indiana Bat bat and the Virginia big-eared bat. Hellhole supports nearly 20,000 of these endangered bats – including more than 40 percent of the world’s population of Virginia big-eared bat, which had rebounded its

population from the brink of extinction in the 1970s (most of the population increase was in West Virginia). The cave is on privately-owned land and closed to the public. Scientists have been so concerned about possible effects of the fungus, they have captured several Virginia bigeared bats to create a captive stock, to later restore the population should it become extinct in the wild. The fungal bat plague was first seen in early 2006 in a cave near Albany, N.Y. Since then, it has spread more than 500 miles to caves in 10 states from New Hampshire to Tennessee. It has been documented in several other West Virginia caves. It is not believed to be harmful to humans, or any animals besides bats. The fungus is spread from bat-to-bat as they gather in caves and mines for winter hibernation. Scientists believe that it may also be

spread unknowingly by careless or unknowing cavers – one of the reasons the speleological society stresses freshly washing all caving clothing and gear – who carry fungal spores into caves. Infected caves may not initially show obvious signs of the fungus, so cavers might not be aware their clothing or gear is contaminated. The society has played a key role in studying the effects of the syndrome as well as educating cavers and the public alike about protecting bats. Bats play a key role in keeping insects, including as agricultural pests, mosquitoes and forest pests, under control. Between April and October, each bat can eat its body weight in insects each night. Bats provide a tremendous public service in terms of pest control. Contact David Payne Sr. at davidpayne@theputnamstandard.com.

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Down 1. “___ Cried” (1962 hit) 2. Pasturelands 3. Assist, in a way 4. Wart 5. Bloviates 6. Picture-taking device 7. All excited 8. “The Open Window” writer 9. Paper folded to make eight leaves 10. Twill-weave silk with a printed design 11. Cost to cross 12. Evasive 13. Formerly known as 21. Cockeyed 22. French philosopher, founder of positivism 25. Farm buildings 26. Increase 27. About to explode 28. The fifth of the seven canonical hours

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Welcome to the 2012 2012 Putnam County Putnam County Fair Fair Royalty! The 2012 Putnam County Fair is THE place to be to enjoy some of the best entertainment around as Hunter Hayes, 33 Miles, and more are scheduled to hit the stage this year! The Putnam County Fair Board, committee leaders and members are proud to provide fairgoers an entire week of fun and excitement. Your days and evenings are sure to be filled with fun for you and your whole family. Those with the Fair hope that this will be an opportunity for friends and families everywhere to meet, relax, and take part in a variety of events that will encourage the growth and development of the youth, as well as the elderly in the community. A lot of hard work is put into the Fair each year in order to provide a schedule that will satisfy all ages. And this year proves to be no different. It is the dedication of many people that brings the Fair together so that everyone can enjoy their visit to "The Putnam County Fair"!

Directions to the 2012 Putnam County Fair Coming Westbound on I-64 from Charleston: 1. Take Exit 45 (Nitro exit). 2. Turn right at the bottom of the exit ramp toward Poca. 3. Follow Route 62 all the way into Eleanor. 4. Follow the signs for the Putnam County Fair. Coming Eastbound on I-64 from Huntington: 1. Take Exit 39 (Winfield/Teays exit). 2. Turn left at the end of the exit ramp, and follow Route 34 approx. 5 miles until it ends. 3. Turn right at the junction of Route 35 & 34 toward Winfield. 4. Turn right onto the ramp to cross the Winfield Bridge. 5. Turn left at the stop sign across the bridge toward Eleanor. 6. Follow the signs for the Putnam County Fair. Parking - $1 per car.

H and H Ranch and Rodeo Bull Riding Thursday - July 19th at 7:30 PM (Horse Show Ring) Come join the fun and excitement as cowboys test their skills against a variety of anxious bulls. For the "little" ones, there will be mutton busting (50 lbs. & under)and Chute Doggin (for the older kids). H&H Ranch & Rodeo started in 1999 by Blair Haga from Apple Grove, West Virginia. It has grown to be one of the state's best events in our area.

The 2012 Putnam County Fair Queen and Teen Queen pageants were held June 16th at Hurricane Middle School. This year’s Queen and Teen Queen are: 2012 Putnam County Fair Queen - Katie Asbury from St. Albans 2012 Putnam County Fair Teen Queen - Greyson Young from Eleanor. The Fair Board works hard, year after year to bring some of the best entertainment and activities to town… and 2012 is no exception. With something for everyone to enjoy, the Fair makes for a great day (or several days) of summer fun! So, make plans now to visit the Putnam County Fair July 14th – 21st at the Ernest Page Jr. Fairgrounds, Rt. 62 in the Putnam County Park, Eleanor, where you’re sure see the Queen and Teen Queen participating in various activities throughout the 8-day event. Say ‘hello’ and congratulate these girls on their reign as 2012 Fair Royalty.

Putnam County Fair Board & Deshler Amusements join together to offer New Concept in Fair Fun! ONE PRICE ADMISSION See all the Stage Shows - Ride all the Carnival Rides! PAY ONE PRICE - (does not include inflatable non-mechanical rides) #1 DAILY TICKETS (Purchased daily at the gate) $8.00 all ages 5 and up - (kids under age 5 are free) FAMILY DAY: SUNDAY, JULY 15, 2012. $5.00 PER PERSON AGES 5 AND UP. SENIOR CITIZENS DAY - Thursday Only - $6.00 (must have Mountaineer Card) Price allows you to enjoy all stage shows, fair exhibits and ride the carnival rides. Height limitations on some rides. Carnival games and food NOT included. #2 SEASON TICKETS $30.00 - All Season Tickets (age 5 and up) - Covers admission to all stage shows, carnival rides and fair exhibits Saturday July 14 through Saturday July 21. Season tickets must be purchased before the fair opens or on opening day ( July 14) at the gate. 4-H member tickets will be available at WVU Extension Office. Season adult passes can be purchased at Town & Country in Rock Branch, Whitt’s Farm Supply in Hurricane, Eleanor Foodland, and City National Bank in Eleanor. SORRY, NO REFUNDS.

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2012 Putnam County Fair The 2012 Putnam County Fair - located on the Ernest Page, Jr. Fairgrounds in Putnam County Park, Eleanor, West Virginia - will be held July 14 – 21. Eight Big Days of fun, excitement and entertainment!

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Andy Kerns, Chainsaw Carver, at 2012 Putnam County Fair With over fifteen years of chainsaw carving experience, Andy Kerns can make the chips fly as he transforms ordinary pieces of wood into over a hundred beautiful creations, such as bears, eagles, dogs, lighthouse, and many more. Bring in a picture and he can carve it for you!

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Let’s go “Muddin’” at the Putnam County Fair! Mud Run Registration is 9 a.m. – 12:00 noon. MUD RUN: Saturday - July 21, 2012 starting at 1:00 PM

Fun Time Karaoke with Richard Clark FUN TIME KARAOKE is a family event for all ages. Participants will sing with a teleprompter along with all stage lighting. If you like to sing, come sing along with FUN TIME KARAOKE.

Sandy Sowell Karaoke Sunday - July 15, 2012 Sandy Sowell's Laser Karaoke is a stage show that puts you and your friends in the spotlight and makes YOU THE STAR as you sing your favorite songs to a professional backup. Sing solo, duo, trio, or as a group. Sandy's Laser Karaoke Show puts instrumental music behind you, the song lyrics on a teleprompter in front of you, a mic in your hand and magic into the performance. With 22 years of performing experience, Sandy creates a Karaoke Show that is second to none. Be sure and visit the Putnam County Fair for one – or both – of these shows. First show is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. with the second show at 9 p.m. Just imagine you can become the brightest "STAR" of the night!

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4-H Annual Livestock Auction The Annual 4-H Livestock Auction will be held at the Show/Sale Arena on Friday, July 20th at 7 p.m. THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING THE PUTNAM COUNTY 4H YOUTH! Buying livestock at the fair is very simple. If you are interested in participating in the auction, but are unable to bid, just tell one of the Fair Officials how much you would like to spend and they will bid for you. The following are some frequently asked questions: Q - Do you bid by the pound? A - Yes Q - What do I do with the animal after I purchase it? A - 1) Have it butchered and wrapped for gifts; 2) Have it

butchered for a company picnic; 3) Have it butchered and wrapped for your own family; 4) Resale it at the livestock market. The difference between what you pay and the market price is tax deductible for both businesses and individuals who itemize as a donation. Q - How would I get it to the market or to be butchered and wrapped? A - The Putnam County Fair will provide transportation for these options within a 50-mile radius at no charge. Q - What is butchered weight after butchering? A - Listed below are the average butchered weights: Hogs: 80% or 160+ lbs. on 200 lbs.

Steers: 60% or 600+ lbs. on 1000 lbs. Lambs: 50% or 50+ lbs. on 100 lbs. Q - What does the 4-H participant do with the money they receive from the sale of the animal? A - Some of the money will go to repay the original cost of the animal plus the cost of raising it. Profit is used for "seed" money for next year's project, or it can be used for college expenses, etc. Q - Can two individuals bid together for one animal? A - Absolutely! Splitting the cost is an excellent idea. Bring your friend to split costs, or team up with someone at the Fair.

4-H Pride in Your Project Awards 4-H "Pride In Your Livestock Project Award" Presentations will be held at the Show/Sale Arena prior to the 4-H Livestock Auction on Friday, July 20th at 6:30 p.m. It is an honor and a privilege to be able to exhibit your 4-H Livestock project at the Putnam County Fair. This award will be given to the youth exhibitor who takes his/her project seriously from the

beginning by completing reports and submitting them on time, as well as displaying himself/herself, his/her exhibit, and his/her stall area with pride during the entire week of the fair. Exhibitors are encouraged to take pride in their projects and in themselves and to display a

positive image of the 4-H livestock program in Putnam County and the State of West Virginia. The winners will be announced during the 4-H Livestock Auction on Friday night. The winner in each livestock division (including rabbits) will receive a trophy.

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EVENTS SCH FRIDAY July 13th

SUNDAY July 15th

3:00- 4:00 pm - Register Meat Goat. Market Lamb and Special Lamb at Barn. 4:00 – 7:00 pm - 4-H Project Exhibits, 4-H Club Educational & Club Scrapbook Exhibits, Agriculture, Home Arts to be Registered at Exhibit Hall. 4:00 - 7:00 pm - Register 4-H Livestock at Barn. Register 4-H Rabbits, Market Rabbits and Open Rabbits at Rabbit Hutch. 6:30 pm - Rehearsal - All "Miss" Contestants (Amphitheater) 8:00 pm - 4-H Livestock Exhibitors and Parents' Meeting (MANDATORY MEETING) at Show/Sale Arena.

"DAY AT THE FAIR" Sponsored by Toyota Motor Mfg., WV 10:30 am - Pretty Baby Line-Up (0-12 months) Show/Sale Arena 11:00 am - Gates Open 11:00 am - Pretty Baby Contests (O-12 months) 12:00 noon - Carnival Opens (closed from 5:00 to 6:00 for dinner) 12:00 - 9:00 pm - Exhibit Hall open 12:00 – 1:00 pm – ATV and UATV Mud & Sand Race Registration 12:30 pm - Pretty Baby Line-Up (13-48 months) 1:00 pm - Pretty Baby Contests (13-48 months) 1:00 pm - Andy Kerns, Chainsaw Carver (additional show times to be announced) 2:00 pm – ATV & UATV Mud & Sand race 2:00 pm - Rabbit judging Market Rabbits in the show ring- all other judged in rabbit hutch 2:00 pm - Family Fun Day 4:00 pm - STTAF – Praise & Worship Band 5:00 - 6:00 pm - Carnival Closed for Dinner Break 5:30 pm - Registration for Pet Show - 4-H and Open (Show/Sale Arena) AMATEURS ONLY. Pets are permitted on grounds only during pet show. 6:00 pm - Pet Show (Show/Sale Area) 7:00 pm – Offering gospel concert 7:00 pm - Sandy Sowell Karaoke - Sponsored by Putnam County Bank 9:00 pm - Sandy Sowell Karaoke - Sponsored by Putnam County Bank 11:00 pm - Fair Closes

SATURDAY July 14th 8:00 am - Gates Open 8:00 am – 4-H horse show registration 8:00 - 12 noon 4-H Project Exhibits judging and Agriculture judging (Exhibit Hall closed) 9:00 - 4-H horse show at Fair grounds 12:00 noon - Carnival Opens (closed from 5:00 to 6:00 for dinner) 12:00 - 9:00 pm - Exhibit Hall Open 12:00 noon - Line-up for Little Miss Contests (show/sale arena) 12:30 pm - Little Miss Contests 1:00 pm - Andy Kerns, Chainsaw Carver (additional show times to be announced) 4:00 pm - Register for Truck & Tractor Pulls 4:30 pm - Frank Kidwell Memorial "Kid's Kid" Show (Pet Goat Fun Show) 5:00 pm - Truck & Tractor Pulls 5:00 pm - 4-H Dairy Goat Show and Showmanship 5:00 pm - 4-H Market Meat Goat Show and Showmanship 7:30 pm - 4-H Special Market Lambs Show, 4-H Market Lamb Show and Showmanship 8:15 pm - Coronation of the 2012 Miss Putnam County Fair Queen (Amphitheater) 8:30 pm - Bucky Covington (Amphitheater) sponsored by WQBE, Bayer CropScience (seating available or bring your lawn chairs) 11:00 pm - Fair Closes

MONDAY July 16th 4:00 pm - Gates Open 4:00 - 9:00 pm - Exhibit Hall open 5:00 pm - Andy Kerns, Chainsaw Carver (additional show times to be announced) 5:30 pm - Kids Day Circus (2 Shows Nightly) Buford the Bear and his Miniature Truck (2 runs nightly). Sponsored in part by City National Bank. 6:00 - 11:00 pm - Carnival Open 6:00 pm - Demolition Derby Registration

6:30 pm - Kids Pedal Powe Sponsored by Poca Valu-Rite 7:30 pm - 64 West band – Ch 7:30 pm - Fun Time Karaoke 8:00 pm - 4-H Market Hog S 8:00 pm - Demolition Derby 11:00 pm - Fair Closes

TUESDAY July 17

8:00 am - 4-H Hog Showma 9:00 am - 4-H Market Hog S 4:00 pm - Gates Open 4:00 - 9:00 pm - Exhibit Hal 5:00 pm - Andy Kerns, Chains times to be announced) 5:30 pm - Kids Day Circus (2 Bear and his Miniature Truck in part by City National Bank 6:00 - 11:00 pm - Carnival O 6:30 pm - Kids Pedal Powe Sponsored by Poca Valu-Rite 6:30 pm - 4-H Market Steer low 7:30 pm - Fun Time Karaoke tainment tent) 7:30 pm - 33 Miles (Amphith Bayer Crop Science. 11:00 pm - Fair Closes

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4:00 pm - Gates Open 4:00 - 9:00 pm - Exhibit Hall open 4:00 - 11:00 pm Carnival Open 5:00 pm - Andy Kerns, Chainsaw Carver (additional show times to be announced) 5:00 - 6:45 pm - 4-H Livestock Bidders’ Registration and Hospitality reception for bidders (show/sale arena) Sponsored in part by Nelson’s Meat Processing 5:30 pm - Kids Day Circus (2 Shows Nightly) Buford the Bear and his Miniature Truck (2 runs nightly). Sponsored in part by City National Bank. 6:00 – 6:45 pm – Motorcycle Motocross registration

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6:30 pm - Kids Pedal Power Tractor Pull (pulls daily) Sponsored by Poca Valu-Rite 6:30 pm - 4-H “Pride in Project” Awards presentation (show/sale arena) 7:00 pm - Annual 4-H Livestock Auction (Show/Sale Arena) 7:00 - 8:00 pm - Motorcycle Motocross Practice. 7:30 pm - Fun Time Karaoke with Richard Clark (entertainment tent) 7:30 pm - Toothless Ruth (amphitheater) Sponsored in part by Bayer Crop Science 8:00 pm – Motorcycle Motocross Race – sponsored by Joe Tolley Contracting 11:00 pm - Fair Closes

SATURDAY July 21st 8:00 am - Gates open 9:00 - 12:00 noon - Mud Run Registration 12:00 - 9:00 pm - Exhibit Hall Open 12:00-11:00pm-Carnivalopen(closedfrom5:00to6:00fordinner) 1:00 pm - Andy Kerns, Chainsaw Carver (additional show times to be announced) 1:00pm-KidsDayCircus(2ShowsNightly)BufordtheBearandhis Miniature Truck (2 runs nightly). Sponsored in part by City National Bank. 1:00pm–FourWheelDriveMudRun(sponsoredbyMeadowsBody Shop and JoeTolley Contracting) 5:00 - 6:00 pm - Carnival Dinner Break 6:30pm-KidsPedalPowerChampionshipPulls-sponsoredbyPoca Valu-Rite 7:30pm–FunTimeKaraokewithRichardClark(entertainmenttent) 8:30 pm - Hunter Hayes (amphitheater) Sponsored by WQBE and Bayer Crop Science 11:00 pm - Fair Closes

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Multi-talented Hunter Hayes will take the stage during 2012 Putnam County Fair Among the many extraordinary things about Hunter Hayes, the multi-talented musician, writer, producer and performer, perhaps what is most astonishing is that in truth, he’s just getting started. And it is that fact which holds the promise of Hunter Hayes becoming one of the most significant musical talents to emerge, not just from Nashville, but from anywhere, in a long, long time. Already, he has accomplishments beyond most musicians wildest dreams: Singing “Jambalaya” with Hank Williams Jr. in front of 200,000 people (15 million YouTube views) at the age of four; appearing with Robert Duvall (who gave Hunter his first guitar) in “The Apostle” at the age of six; playing with Johnny and June Cash, and Charlie Daniels at a BBQ; performing for President Clinton and many more. You might say that he’s lived a

charmed life. But those experiences are simply the natural result of Hunter’s prodigal talent, one that’s been there from the beginning as though a gift from God, and one that he’s always conscious to be in service to. Taking up guitar at the age of 6, Hunter’s ability to pick up instruments (including bass guitar, drums, keyboards, and more) became evident. Songwriting, too, has been a constant undertaking of Hunter’s. “I wrote my first song at 6,” he recalls, “I spent every day with the guitar and I just made up songs.” Hunter’s songwriting has been informed by an eclectic grouping of influences. “When I was really young, Garth Brooks was enormous, and I was a huge fan. I always loved LeAnn Rimes and especially Clint Black for his soulfulness. As I’ve gotten older, my influences have broadened – John

Hunter Hayes Mayer, Michael Buble, Stevie Wonder, Keith Urban, Stevie Ray Vaughn, the Beatles – all of these artists have somehow been a part of my development as a songwriter.” Like playing and songwriting,

performing has become almost second nature to Hunter who, in just his short life, has shared the stage with the likes of Taylor Swift, Hank Williams, Jr., Brad Paisley, Trace Adkins, Keith Urban and Lady Antebellum. Now Hunter, in the producer’s chair with Dann Huff (Keith Urban, Rascal Flatts, Trace Adkins) releases his self-titled Atlantic Records debut album. The expectations may be high, but no one has set higher expectations and ambitions for his music than Hunter himself. “Music is a spirit. It heals. It’s an amazing thing to be loved and appreciated, and sometimes, music has not just been my best friend, it’s been my only friend.” In 2011, Hunter released his debut album, toured with superstar Taylor Swift, kicked-off his first ever headlining tour, made his national network television

debut on CBS’ Late Show with David Letterman and made his Grand Ole Opry debut. Hunter says, “I’ve been lucky as a kid. I’ve met some of the greats, and whether it’s Johnny and June (Cash), Charlie Daniels or Brad Paisley, you could sense they were in it for the love of the music. That was the thing I took away from every single one of those people.” “I don’t know if I’m worthy of being considered of ‘carrying the torch,’ but I would love to be told that by somebody someday. A lot of the decisions I make are from answering the question ‘are we doing it for the right reasons?’ I want people to say about me, ‘I know he’s making music because he loves it.’” Make plans to come to the Putnam County Fair on Saturday, July 21st and see for yourself the talented Hunter Hayes!

Bucky Covington sings Saturday, July 14th Bucky Covington is a man known and loved as much for

his engaging personality as for his formidable talent. That

talent has shone through on three hit singles that helped push his debut album toward gold status; his undeniable likeability and his ability to wear his stardom as comfortably as his jeans has done the rest.

Both come together on stage, where the long-haired North Carolinian with the rocker's charisma and the country boy charm thrills old and new fans alike as he performs across the country. The full range of Bucky’s

personality finds expression in his newest record. The project reflects his wealth of musical influences, as he brings blue-eyed soul to "Hold A Woman" and Lionel Ritchie's Commodores classic "Sail On," a Southern rocker's energy to "I Always Said You'd Be Back," a South-of-the-border feel to "Mexicoma," pure riffrocking power to "Evel Knievel" and a connoisseur's sincerity to "Giants," a song that spells out the genre's debt of gratitude to groundbreaking artists like Dolly Parton, Hank Williams, Tammy Wynette and Johnny Cash. As one of country music’s most recognizable stars, Bucky continues to maintain that Everyman approachability. "My fans are the greatest," he says, "and I'm happy when they ask for a picture or autograph. I figure I owe them that much." Many of those fans have watched him from his first days on American Idol, and have seen him mature as an artist. As he comes into his own both musically and personally, Bucky Covington is more than fulfilling the promise he brought to the table initially, and he continues to establish himself as one of the most exciting and important young performers on the contemporary country scene.

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Dove-nominated group 33 Miles to share their message at 2012 Fair We were born as strangers in a strange land. Our lives are but a vapor in the grand scheme of millenniums. But there‘s far more to life for us, as Christians. We‘re citizens of high heaven! (Philippians 3:20, The Message). The trouble is, we don‘t often live like we know it! For Chris Lockwood and Jason Barton of 33Miles, it‘s that pursuit of a Christ-focused, heaven-minded life that fuels ever ything they do, especially their music. Intensifying the message of

their previous release, One Life, 33Miles shifts musical gears with Today, amplifying the truth that to make ever y day count, we‘ve got to live with eternity in mind. A lot of people live for the future, and a lot of people live in the past, but very few people tend to look at their lives and think about what life can be like right now. That message had been immanent for the Dovenominated group over the past few months, as one of their original members,

‘Offering’ sings for the Glory of God Offering was formed in 2003 by Pastor David Johns ( Winfield Baptist Church) and Dale Harper ( Vocals, lead guitar). Pastor David's idea was to transition the church's music from the traditional piano and organ into a more culturally relevant style of worship. Thus, Offering was born. The name Offering is a symbol of what makes the group so unique. Everyone in Offering is in it for the glory of God. To each of the members, every performance, every song, and every practice is an offering, given to the uplifting and building of God's kingdom. The name Offering was an appropriate term for a band committed to honoring our Father with all their hearts, souls, minds, and strength. Beginning in 2003 with only Dale and an acoustic guitar, Offering is now 10 members strong. Most of the members were all established players in the area and have enjoyed making music for years, in and out of church. Their experience as diverse musicians generated an obsession with rhythmic integrity and the sustaining pulse that is the essence of fun, uplifting music. The band has self produced four live recordings, simply titled Offering Live. They were produced at Winfield Baptist Church and cap-

Front Row - Steve Simmons, Jacob Harper, Dale Harper, Alan Snyder, Jenny Stevens; Back Row - Rob Coleman, Mike Cantley, Tim Stevens, Curtis (Doc) Pack; Not Pictured - Kensie Fisher, Debra Dickson tured the fresh, raw energy of the band as well as establishing Offering's sophistication as players and arrangers of an electrifying mix of contemporary and traditional faith based music.

keyboardist Collin Stoddard, followed God‘s calling into worship ministr y full time. “For five years, it‘s just been the three of us,” says Chris. “But I think God had been preparing Collin‘s

heart, just as he‘d been preparing us. As his heart was headed elsewhere, our sound began to change.” If you listen closely, you‘ll hear influences well beyond the Rascal Flatts stereotype applied to 33Miles in days past, a wall of sound reminiscent of artists like Coldplay, Train and One Republic. But that wall never overshadows the message… and 33 Miles will be bringing that message to the Putnam County Fair on Tuesday, July 17th.

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Buford the Bear to visit Putnam County Fair! Ev e r y o n e l ov e s " Bu f o rd " as he makes his way arou n d the Pu tn am Co u n ty Fa i r. . . t e l l i n g f u n n y j o k e s and singing silly songs! C h i l d re n a n d a d u l t s a l i k e e n j oy t h i s f u n b e a r a s h e drives his farm truck a r o u n d t h e g r o u n d s g re e t i n g f ai r-g oe r s w i th hi s ow n u n i q u e b ran d of hu m or. With special effects, music and fun for the ent i re f a m i l y, Bu f o rd i s t h e delight of audiences of all ag e s.

Have you ever thought of joining the circus? Kids Day Circus During the 2012 Putnam County Fair, young children can join the circus without running away from home, thanks to Kids Day Circus! The ringmaster of the show will select 10-15 children from the audience for a thirty minute performance. Children will dress in everything from the baggy clown suit with polka-dot vest to the ballerina-aerialists' pink and purple satin aprons and sequined stripes of tulle! On stage the children perform a variety of circus acts and some of the kids get to be involved with magic routines. At the end of each show, all of the performers have a great memory of joining the Circus! Kids Day Circus, that is!

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The Putnam Standard JAMES RAY ADKINS AUDREY LEE ATKINS NORMA LEA BOGGESS LARRY EVERETT BONER JENNINGS WOODROW BURCH PHYLLIS JUNE BURGESS HELEN D. CASEY ROBERT "BOB" LOUIS DAWSON GLENN E. DUNLAP HOMER E. FISHER MARY FRANCES AFFOLTER GRANT BLANCHE VIRGINIA HALL CAROLYN SUE McCONIHAY HANNA EDWARD ALAN "EDDIE" HANNA DONALD R. "DONNIE" HANNAS DOROTHY BERNICE HARSHBARGER MARVIN RAE HILL DWIGHT DAVID "IKE" HONAKER PATRA DANA HUMPHREY GLADYS MABEL KEEFER MAXEL DEARL "SAM" KINSER DANIEL RAY MARTIN JAMES RUFFNER MILES JR DONNA SUE MITCHELL MARY ELIZABETH NAYLOR SARAH VIOLA NIPPS JOHN C. OLDHAM SHERMAN EDWARD PERSINGER BETTY LOU PRINCE VIRGINIA "GINNY" ANN WARDER-REYNOLDS RICHARD R. ROBERTS RUTH FRANCES ROOPER JOE WAYNE SCHAIBLE GARY WAYNE SCOTT DANIEL KEITH SMITH BILLY R. STIDHAM LANA JUNE TURNER ROY LEE WARNER PETE ZAIN JR.

JAMES RAY ADKINS James Ray Adkins, 63, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, July 20, 2012. Born July 4, 1948, in Nitro, he was preceded in death by his parents, Dorothy Snodgrass Adkins and William Adkins; and brother, Eddie. Jim was a graduate of St. Albans, WVHS and WV State College, and a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was a loving father, husband, grandfather and brother. He is survived by son, Jimmy; daughter, Jamie; brother, Bill of St. Albans; sister, Marylou of Chesapeake; and sons, Johnathan and Brandon Adkins of Tennessee. Funeral services were held Tuesday, June 26, 2012, at Smith Funeral & Cremation Service in Maryville, Tenn. Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, Tenn., website www.SmithMaryville.com was in charge of arrangements.

AUDREY LEE ATKINS Audrey Lee Atkins, 84, of St. Albans passed into the presence of the Lord on Saturday, June 23, 2012, at Hubbard Hospice House West, South Charleston. She was born June 6, 1928, in

Beards Fork, Fayette County, daughter of the late Clement E. and Lou Ella Walker Settle. In addition to her parents, Audrey was preceded in death by her husband, Alexander L. Atkins; son, Lyle K. Atkins; brothers, James Carlos, John, and Lawrence Settle; and sister, Barbara Moore. She was a 1946 graduate of Winfield High School. She was a homemaker and member of Trinity Fellowship Church. Audrey was a strong prayer warrior with a faithful testimony that inspired all who knew her. Left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Cheryl Jenkins (Warren) of Manchester, Tenn., and Brenda Lyle (Russell Jr.) of Tampa, Fla.; devoted daughterin-law, Phyllis Atkins of Hurricane; sisters, Crystal Gibson (Jimmie) of St. Albans, and Jewel Lester (Whitt) of Huntington; brother, Bill Settle (Alice) of Fernandina Beach, Fla.; seven grandchildren, Eddie Jenkins of Atlanta, Ga., Sherry Knight of Manchester, Tenn., the Rev. Russell Lyle III of Tampa, Fla., Renae Lyle of Tampa, Fla., Scott Lyle of Sylacauga, Ala., Janessa Noel of Poca, and Andrea Cunningham of Hurricane; 11 very special great-grandchildren, Caleb, Jacob, Anna Grace, Sarah, and Bethany Lyle, Caleb and Grace Jenkins, Kierson and Corinthia Cunningham, and Chloe and Jillian Noel. Funeral services were held Tuesday, June 26, 2012, at Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home, St. Albans, with the Rev. Billy Griffin officiating. Burial followed in White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville. The family wishes to express special thanks to Hubbard Hospice House West, at Thomas Memorial Hospital for their loving care of Audrey. Online condolences may be made at www.bartlettchapmanfuneralhome.com. Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home, St. Albans, was in charge of arrangements. The pleasures of earth cannot be compared to the joys of heaven.

NORMA LEA BOGGESS Norma Lea Boggess, 74, of St. Albans, went home to be with Jesus on June 18, 2012, after a short illness. Norma was a faithful servant for the Lord. She attended Winfield Community Church and served actively in Kairo's Prison Ministry and WSCS Women's Ministry. She also served on the 1955 graduating class committee of Stonewall Jackson High School. She was preceded in death by her parents, Noble and Ada Legg. She is survived by her beloved husband of 56 years, the Rev. Robert Boggess; sisters, Jean Cherry and Vivian; and brotherin-law, the Rev. Bill Berry of Charleston. Norma and Robert have three sons, John Boggess and wife, Christa, of Scott Depot, Ronald Boggess and wife, Teresa, of Dunbar and Jeffery Boggess of South Charleston. Norma was blessed with seven grandchildren, Cheston and wife,

Stephanie, John and wife, Kelly, Jeremy and fiancĂŠe, Olivia, Shawna, Errica, Bradley and Levi; two great-granddaughters, Reagan and Ashtan; and several nieces and nephews. Words are not enough to express our appreciation for the loving care given to Norma by Hospice Care. The family suggests memorial contributions are made to Hospice Care, 1606 Kanawha Blvd. W., Charleston, WV 25387. A celebration of Norma's life was held Friday, June 22, at Cunningham-Parker-Johnson Funeral Home, Charleston, with Pastor Bill Smith officiating. Burial followed in Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens, Cross Lanes. Online condolences may be sent to the family at cpjfuneralhome.com. Cunningham-Parker-Johnson Funeral Home assisted the Boggess family.

LARRY EVERETT BONER Larry Everett Boner, 45, of St. Albans, passed away Saturday, June 16, 2012. He was owner and operator of A-1 Construction. He was preceded in death by his parents, Opie Boner and Georgia Barnette Boner; brothers, Leonard and Lewis Castle; and nephews, Jeremy Hamlett and David Castle. He is survived by his son, Larry Boner of Elkview; assumed daughter, Misty Delin of Lexington, S.C.; stepdaughters, Sherri Boggess of Elkview and Talisha Boggess of Scott Depot; sisters, Juanita Bird of Clendenin and Trish Boner of Elkview; brother, Grady Boner of South Charleston; five grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Friday, June 22, at Hafer Funeral Home with Pastor Nick Bird officiating. Burial followed in Hall Family Cemetery, Big Chimney. Online condolences may be sent to www.haferfuneralhome.net. Hafer Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

JENNINGS WOODROW BURCH Jennings Woodrow Burch, 98, of Hamlin, a great servant of the Lord, was called home by his Heavenly Father on June 22, 2012, surrounded by his loving family at his earthly home. Woodrow was born January 17, 1914, in Calhoun County, and was the fifth of eleven children born to the late Charles and Virginia Burch. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Thelma Clevenger Burch; his wife and loving partner of 66 years and ten months, Maxine Conrad Burch; infant son, Jackie Neal; son, Charles M. Burch; grandson, James Robert; and his 10 siblings. Left to cherish the memories of this remarkable man are four children, James (Debbie) of Dalton, Ohio, Jennings (Gloria) and David (Paula), all of Hamlin, and Rebecca (Andy) McClure of Yawkey; nine grandchildren; 20

Tuesday,July 10,2012 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Page 17 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. Woodrow graduated from Calhoun County High School, Grantsville, attended Morris Harvey College, now the University of Charleston, and took extensive classes from the American Baptist Convention and W.V. Baptist Convention, Parkersburg. Being called by his Lord and Savior to preach the gospel and licensed by his home church, Enon Baptist in 1936, at the age of 22, he pastored churches in Wirt, Calhoun, Braxton, Clay, Gilmer, Boone, Jackson and Lincoln Counties, held revivals throughout the state of West Virginia and performed interim work upon retiring from full time ministry. J.W. has baptized more than one thousand souls, eloquently conducted over one thousand funerals and married more than six hundred couples. He was the ultimate soldier/spokesperson for the Lord, having a unique recall of the scripture, rightly dividing the Word of God. He has fought the good fight, he has finished the course, he has kept the Faith and he has now heard his Heavenly Father say, "Well done thy good and Faithful servant, welcome home". Woodrow was a charter member of the First Baptist Church of Hamlin, a member, Past Master and secretary of Hamlin Lodge No. 79, a member of the Beni Kedem Shrine Temple, Charleston, a member of the Huntington Commandry Knights of the Templar, and Past Grand Chaplain of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of West Virginia. Funeral services were held Monday, June 25, 2012, at the First Baptist Church of Hamlin with Pastor David Burch and Pastor Timmy Burch officiating. Burial followed at Fairview Memory Gardens, Hamlin, with Masonic graveside rites conducted by Hamlin Lodge No. 79. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to his loving caregivers, Linda Brumfield and Sandy Bragg, the staff of Hospice of Huntington, and church family for their prayers and cards. A very special thanks goes to Dr. Robert Walker for his friendship and tender care shown to J.W. and his family. Contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church of Hamlin, State Street, Hamlin, WV 25523. Koontz Funeral Home, Hamlin, was in charge of arrangements.

PHYLLIS JUNE BURGESS Mrs. Phyllis June Burgess, 86, of Nitro, formerly of St. Albans, Beckley and Eleanor, went home to be with the Lord, July 1, 2012, at the home of her daughter Evelyn. Mrs. Burgess was a devoted wife to the late Dallas H. Burgess. She is the loving mother of, Linda Hawkins and husband, Don, of Red House, Dallas Gene Burgess and wife, Patty, of Ohio and Evelyn Kay Kallmerten and husband, Larry, of Nitro; sister, Mary Lou Fleck of Fla.; 8 grandchildren; 16

great-grandchildren and 1 greatgreat-grandchild. The family would like to thank HospiceCare for all the love and care given to our mother. A tribute to the life of, Mrs. Phyllis June Burgess was held at Gatens Harding Funeral Home with Chaplin Pete Thompson officiating. Burial followed in the memorial park. Donations may be made to HospiceCare. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.hardingfamilygroup.com. Gatens-Harding Funeral Home, Poca, assisted the Burgess family.

HELEN D. CASEY Helen D. Casey, 92, of St. Albans, passed away Saturday, June 23, 2012 at Candlelight Cottage, St. Albans. Helen was one of the first founding members of Highlawn Baptist Church. She is survived by her daughter, Barbara Davis (Harry) of St. Albans; son, Roger G. Casey (Judi) of Goose Creek, S.C.; two grandchildren, Donna Casey, and Robert Casey (Julie); one greatgranddaughter, Analia Mae Casey; and sister, Doris Johnson of Indiana. A celebration of Helen's life was held Tuesday, June 26, 2012, at Casdorph & Curry Funeral Home with Celebrant HR Whittington presiding. Entombment followed in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans. Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.casdorphandcurry.com.

ROBERT "BOB" LOUIS DAWSON Robert "Bob" Louis Dawson was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 23, 2012. Bob was affectionately known as "Bear" to family, friends and all who loved him. When not wearing his handyman hat for family and friends to fix cars, boats or other projects, Bob enjoyed hunting and woodworking with his son, Mark, and mutual friends. At the end of the day, spending time with family was his most cherished pastime. Bob was born June 10, 1928, in Canton, Ill., to the late Arthur D. Dawson and Edith M. Dawson. He was educated in Beaumont, Texas and Toledo, Ohio, before joining and serving in the Merchant Marines from 1945-1946. Service being important to Bob led him to serve in the U.S. Air Force from 1946-1949. After serving his country, Bob moved to Nitro and spent 37 years working for Monsanto Chemical. Survivors include the love of his life and wife of 63 years, Dolly G. Dawson; children, Debra D. Houser and husband, Doug, of Scott Depot, Vicki D.D. Kiner and husband, Clarke, of Galena, Ohio, and Mark J. Dawson and wife, Pamella, of Scott Depot; grandchildren, Brandon Houser, Sierra and Jamison Kiner; great-grandchildren, Isabella, Olivia and Josiah; sisters, Natalie Mitchell of Michigan, and Sally Tittle of Ohio;

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Page 18 –Tuesday,July 10,2012 and brother, Jerry Dawson of Alabama. Funeral services were held Monday, June 25, at Cooke Funeral Home, Nitro, with the Rev. Loretta Isaiah officiating. Burial followed in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans, with military graveside rites. You may express online condolences at www.cookefuneralhome.com. Cooke Funeral Home, Nitro, was in charge of arrangements.

GLENN E. DUNLAP Glenn E. Dunlap, 67, of Hurricane passed away on Friday, June 22, 2012, at CAMC-Teays Valley following a short illness. Born September 17, 1944, he was a son of the late Bryan and Virginia Midkiff Dunlap. Glenn was employed for many years in the banking industry and was most recently affiliated with Stewart Title. Surviving are his wife, Brenda Jaynes Dunlap; his son, Adam (Jill) Dunlap of Buffalo; his brother, Carroll (Nancy) Dunlap of Dunbar; his granddaughter, Savannah Isabelle Dunlap; and his aunt, Imogene Lanham of Charleston. Funeral services were held Tuesday, June 26, 2012, at Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane, with the Rev. Harlan R. Roberts officiating. Burial followed in Buffalo Memorial Park, Buffalo. Online condolences may also be made by visiting www.chapmanfuneralhomes.com.

HOMER E. FISHER Homer E. Fisher, 91, of Winfield, went to meet his Lord and savior Jesus Christ on June 18, 2012, at home. He was born June 26, 1920, to the late Boyd and Mabel Asbury Fisher. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served during World War II and was retired from Carpenters Local 1209. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by eight brothers and one sister. Surviving are his loving wife of 68 years, Kathleen Fisher; sons, Larry and his wife, Connie, and Charles and his wife, Brenda; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a host of family and friends. The family wishes to express a special thanks to Hospice and his personal caregiver, Anna Martin. Funeral services were held Thursday, June 21, at Long & Fisher Funeral Home, Sissonville, with Pastor James Legg officiating. Burial followed in Floral Hills Garden of Memories. Long & Fisher Funeral Home, Sissonville, was in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.longfisherfuneralhome.com.

MARY FRANCES AFFOLTER GRANT Mary Frances Affolter Grant, 79, of Hurricane, passed away peacefully with her family at her side June 30, 2012 after a short illness. Heaven gained another angel.

Born August 1, 1932 in Kanawha County, she was a daughter of the late J.W. and Wilda Sigman Affolter. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death forty years ago by her husband, Lovell Grant; sonin-law Wayne Miles; sister, Mildred Call and brother, Raymond Affolter. She was a faithful member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church for over 60 years; a member of Mt. Vernon Mission Society, Mt. Vernon Virgie West Rachel West Mission Circle and a kindergarten helper with 20 years’ service. Frances was a homemaker and a domestic worker. Surviving are her daughter, Kay Miles of Scott Depot; sons, Aubrey Grant of Winfield, and William "Toby" Grant and wife Debbie of Eleanor; brother, John Affolter and wife, Mary, of Red House; seven grandchildren, Randy (Deanna) Bird, Brian (fiancé Libby) Bird, Tarra and Jason Grant, Wes, Scott and Amanda Grant; great-grandchildren, Ashton, Ava and Brayden; three stepgrandchildren Steve, Theresa and Melissa Miles and several nieces and nephews. Also surviving is a very special friend of 50 years, Chris Simmons of Florida. The family would like to extend a very special thanks to CAMC Teays Valley Hospital and Putnam Care and Rehabilitation Center of Hurricane for the care, kindness, and love showed to our mother. You were a true blessing. A special thanks to the Mt. Vernon Baptist Church and Teays Valley Missionary Baptist church for the cards, prayers, and visits. Funeral services were held at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church, Hurricane with Dr. Lawrence Hoptry officiating. Burial followed in Mt. Vernon Cemetery. Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane was in charge of arrangements. The family suggests donations are made to the Christian Community Cupboard, Attn: Treasurer, 1538 Thistlewood Circle, Hurricane, WV 25526. To share a memory or express condolences visit www.chapmanfuneralhomes.com.

BLANCHE VIRGINIA HALL Blanche Virginia Hall, 87, of St. Albans, passed away Thursday, June 21, 2012, at Angel Avenue Assisted Living Residence, Hurricane. She was born February 16, 1925, in Pleasants County, and was a daughter of Okey S. and Icy Beagle Buchanan. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Lyle D. Hall; brothers, Shirley of Paden City and Okey of Weirton; a sister, Nora Eddy of Paden City; and a son, Michael Raye Hall of Sissonville. Blanche was a member of Washington Street Church of Christ. She was also a retired manager from Market Audits. She is survived by two sons, Larry G. Hall and his wife, Cindy, of Winfield and Robert D. Hall and his wife, Imelda, of Conway,

S.C.; eight grandchildren, Beth Johnston of Fishers, Ind., Jill Hall of Media, Pa., Kristi Hall of Sandy, N.Y., Tami Coles of St. Albans, Bridget Meadows of Kaneohe, Hawaii, Michelle Spain of Charlotte, N.C., Timothy Hall of Raleigh, N.C., and Michael Alexander of Sissonville; six greatgrandchildren; sister, Ruth Stull, and brother, Avery Buchanon, of Pittsburgh, Pa.; and three special former daughters-in-law, Corrine Hall, Kim Hall and Karen Hall. A celebration of Blanche's life was held Sunday, June 24, at Casdorph & Curry Funeral Home, St. Albans, with Pastor Joel Harpold officiating. Burial followed in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to the staff of Angel Avenue Assisted Living and Hospice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.casdorphandcurry.com.

CAROLYN SUE McCONIHAY HANNA Carolyn Sue McConihay Hanna, 64, of Scott Depot passed away on Thursday, June 21, 2012, at CAMC Teays Valley after a short illness. Carolyn was a homemaker and lived most of her life in Putnam County. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers; and one brother-in-law. Surviving are husband, James L. Hanna, at home; sons, Jimmy Hanna and his wife, Brandy, of Scott Depot, and Scotty Hanna and his wife, Nancy, of Grove City, Ohio; brothers, John McConihay and his wife, Roxanne, and Clarence McConihay and his wife, Joan, all of Ohio; sister, Linda Campbell of Largo, Fla.; grandchildren, Blake, Addisyn, Sara and Andrew; and her beloved pet, Dusty, In honoring Carolyn's request, the body was cremated and the family held a celebration of Carolyn's life on Monday, June 25, 2012, at Cooke Funeral Home Chapel, Nitro. Memorial contributions may be made to the Putnam County Animal Shelter, Winfield, WV 25213. Condolences may be sent to the family via www.cookefuneralhome.com. Cooke Funeral Home and Crematorium, Nitro, was in charge of arrangements.

EDWARD ALAN "EDDIE" HANNA Mr. Edward Alan "Eddie" Hanna, 52, of Elkview, went home to be with the Lord on June 21, 2012, at CAMC General Division. Eddie's love in life was family and music. He was preceded in death by his mother, Reba Hanna. He is survived by his wife, Linda Hanna; father, Buddy, and stepmother, Barbara HarrisonHanna, of Liberty; children, Eric Alan and wife, Ashley Hanna, of St. Albans, Cassidi and husband, Josh Pimentel, of Cross Lanes and Olivia Rae Hanna at home; sister, Carrie and husband, Raymond Shaffer, of Eleanor; brother, Ricky

The Putnam Standard Don Hanna of Liberty; and one soon-to-be granddaughter. A tribute to the life of Eddie was held Saturday, June 23, at Emma Chapel Church with Pastor Michael Hanna officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.hardingfamilygroup.com. Gatens-Harding Funeral Home, Poca, assisted the Hanna family.

DONALD R. "DONNIE" HANNAS Donald R. "Donnie" Hannas, 73, of St. Albans passed away Thursday, June 21, 2012 at Thomas Memorial Hospital, South Charleston. Born June 12, 1939, in Romney, Donnie was a son of the late Dorie "Sam" and Mildred Corbin Hannas. He was also preceded in death by his brother and was the last surviving member of his family. He was a retired supervisor with E.I. DuPont with 25 years of service. For the past 11 years he enjoyed working at Maranatha Fellowship where he was a member. He was dearly loved and was an awesome husband, father and grandfather. Donnie is survived by his wife, Hope Withrow Hannas; children, Craig Hannas of Romney, Krista (Pat) Dillon of Cross Lanes, Cathy Voiles and fiancée Michael Dempsey of Cross Lanes, Leigh Ann Hannas and fiancée Eric Richardson of Hurricane. He will be missed by his loving grandchildren, Dylan, Courtney, Dalton, Austin and Brooklynn; and family and friends in the Romney area. Funeral services were held Monday, June 25, at Maranatha Fellowship Church, St. Albans with Pastor James R. Wright, Jr. officiating. Graveside services were held Tuesday, June 26 at Ebenezer Cemetery, Romney. You may share memories or condolences with the family at www.bartlettchapmanfuneralhome.com. Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home, St. Albans, was in charge of arrangements.

DOROTHY BERNICE HARSHBARGER Dorothy Bernice Harshbarger, 93, passed away on June 22, 2012 after a short illness. She was a lifelong resident of St. Albans, living in the house in which her father, Dr. Ward Harshbarger Sr. delivered her on May 14, 1919. She was the daughter of the late Dr. Ward and Clara Rodgers Harshbarger. A 1937 graduate of St. Albans High School, she received a B.S. degree in biology from Westhampton College, University of Richmond, Richmond, Va., in 1941. In 1943, she received a certificate in medical technology from Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, Virginia, and then attended the University of North Carolina and University of Virginia in 1941 and 1943. In 1967, she completed her teaching de-

gree from Morris Harvey College in Charleston. She was a member of Beta Beta Beta National Honorary Biological Fraternity. For seventeen years she taught biology, physiology, and conservation at Charleston High School. She has been an active member of The First Presbyterian Church of St. Albans, St. Albans, for the last 80 years. During these years, she taught various Sunday school and bible classes. She also served as a Presbyterian Women's Circle chairperson and historian. She was also member of the church history committee. In 2003, she received the Honorary Life Membership of Presbyterian Women of the Presbyterian Church USA. She was active in organizations and community activities, including Alpha Delta Kappa, Delta Kappa Gamma, Charter member of St. Albans AAUW as second vice president, past regent of Anne Bailey Chapter, DAR, St. Albans Music Appreciation Club, Delphian Club, 1940 Department of St. Albans Woman's Club, St. Albans Historical Society, Daughters of American Colonists, United Daughters of the Confederacy, past president of Raven's Park Garden Club, and Hansford Bridge Club. She was preceded in death by her parents, Dr. Ward and Clara Rodgers Harshbarger; sister, Elizabeth H. Hurt; brothers, Dr. Ward Harshbarger Jr., and Dr. Rodgers W. Harshbarger Sr.; nieces, Susan B. Harshbarger, and Elizabeth H. Broadus; and great-nephew, Samuel B. Harshbarger. "Aunt Dot" is survived by nieces, Nancy H. (Robert) Joneth of Raleigh, N.C., Mary Bruce H. (William) Kessler of St. Albans, Sarah H. (Randall) Noble of New Smyrna Beach, Fla., Elizabeth H. Wetherington of Roanoke, Va., and Lynn H. Williams of Birmingham, Ala.; nephews, Dr. Rodgers W. "Mike" Harshbarger Jr. of St. Albans, Dr. Samuel (Lori) Hurt of Wirtz, Va., and Ward Harshbarger III of Dunbar. Also surviving are 15 great-nieces and greatnephews; and 13 great-greatnieces and great-great-nephews. Funeral services were held Monday, June 25, 2012, at the First Presbyterian Church, St. Albans, with the Rev. Paul Romine officiating. Graveside services were held Tuesday, June 26, 2012, at Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church Cemetery in Mount Sidney, Va., with Pastor Christopher Carr officiating. Online condolences may be made at www.bartlettchapmanfuneralhome.com. The family suggests that donations are made to the First Presbyterian Church of St. Albans, 201 Kanawha Terrace, St. Albans, WV 25177. Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home, St. Albans, was in charge of the arrangements.

MARVIN RAE HILL Marvin Rae Hill, 76, of Hurricane, passed away Sunday, July 1, 2012 at Hubbard Hospice House West, South Charleston. Born September 13, 1935 in

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DWIGHT DAVID "IKE" HONAKER Dwight David "Ike" Honaker, 57, of Hurricane, formerly of Fayetteville, passed away Friday morning, June 29, 2012 at the Teay's Valley Center in Hurricane following an extended illness. He was born at Oak Hill, December 21, 1954, a son of the late, Robert "Red" and Margaret Ann Johnson Honaker. Mr. Honaker was a former employee for the City of Fayetteville and City of Oak Hill, and a member of the Fayetteville Presbyterian Church. He was preceded in death by a brother, Robert Michael Honaker. Surviving are 2 sisters, Elizabeth Neely and husband, Bob, of South Charleston and Sandra Copeland and husband, Leon, of Charleston; stepmother, Dorothy Honaker, of Fayetteville; best friend, Judy Perry, of Smithers; several nieces and nephews also survive. At Ike's request his body was cremated and Memorial Services will be held at a later date. Groves Funeral Home, Union, was in charge of arrangements.

PATRA DANA HUMPHREY Mrs. Patra Dana Humphrey passed away at Marmet Nursing Home on June 26, 2012, from complications of Alzheimer's disease. She was born December 21, 1925, in Putnam County, and lived most of her life in the Nitro area. Patra was a Christian. Patra was preceded in death by her husband, James A. "Arch" Humphrey; parents, Frederick W. and Libby Jane Thomas; brothers, Bob, Henry, Stanley, Walter and Joe; and sisters, Opal and Grethel. She is survived by her sons, James A. "Archie" Humphrey Jr. and Randall D. "Randy" and wife, Sally Humphrey; grandchildren, Joshua and Randall; and special niece, Gladys Wines. We would like to give a special thanks to the Marmet Center for the care they gave our mother over the past five years. The em-

ployees were loving, patient and always doing what was best for her care. Her body was donated, per her wishes, to the West Virginia Human Gift Registry of Lewisburg. You may make a donation to the Alzheimer's Association or Hospice Care. A tribute to the life of Mrs. Humphrey was held Thursday, June 28, at Gatens-Harding Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Ray Humphrey officiating. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.hardingfamilygroup.com. Gatens-Harding Funeral Home, Poca, assisted the Humphrey family.

GLADYS MABEL KEEFER Gladys Mabel Keefer, 91, of Leon died June 22, 2012. Funeral services were held Sunday, June 24, at Casto Funeral Home, Evans.

MAXEL DEARL "SAM" KINSER Mr. Maxel Dearl "Sam" Kinser, 74, of Liberty, went home to be with the Lord June 21, 2012 at St. Mary's Hospital. He is a member of I.B.E.W. Local # 317 and Center Point Church. Sam is the former Pastor of Center Point Church and Liberty Community Church. He is also an Army Veteran. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Mrs. Cathy Kinser; sons, Jerry Kinser of Los Angeles, Calif. and Jason Kinser of Liberty; sisters, Martha Legg of Texas and Charlotte Ramsey of Dunbar; and two grandchildren Seth and Maddie. A tribute to the life of Sam was held Sunday, June 24, at Center Point Church with Pastors Leroy Meadows and Alvie Witt officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.hardingfamilygroup.com. Gatens-Harding Funeral Home, Poca, assisted the Kinser family.

DANIEL RAY MARTIN Mr. Daniel Ray Martin, 62, of Red House, formerly of Nitro, passed away July 1, 2012. He is survived by his daughters, Christina and Jada Martin; sister, Barbara Messer; brothers, Paul and Arthur Martin; and four grandchildren. A tribute to the life of Danny was held at Center Point Cemetery, Liberty. The family suggests donations are made to Gatens-Harding Funeral Home PO Box 2 Poca, WV 25159. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.hardingfamilygroup.com.

JAMES RUFFNER MILES JR James Ruffner Miles Jr., 90, of St. Albans went home to be with the Lord June 28, 2012, at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice

House after a two-month illness. Funeral services were conducted at Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane, with Pastor Butch Leadmon officiating. Burial with military honors followed in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans. He was born May 29, 1922, in St. Albans, the oldest of 16 children of the late James Ruffner and Ida Belle Cash Miles. In addition, he was also preceded in death by brothers, Kelly, LeRoy, Glen and Eugene; and sister, Joyce. He served his country during World War II in the Army; during the war he sustained an injury that affected him throughout his life. Junior was also a member of the Pleasant Hill Baptist Church; he recited the Lord's Prayer each night before going to sleep. He was loved by his family and will be greatly missed. Junior is survived by his sisters, Trilby Miller of St. Albans, Ruth Gibson of Nitro, Sue Hensley, Sandy Morris, Barbara Sexton and Linda (Jack) Byrd, all of St. Albans; brothers, Don (Mary Ellen) of Griffithsville, Stanley (Carolyn), Denny (Sharon) of St. Albans and Jerry (Sharon) of South Charleston; special sisterin-law, Joyce Miles of St. Albans; and 31 nieces and nephews. Special thanks to Regency Place and their employees for their love and care for 10 years. Also, thanks are extended to Hospice of Huntington and caregivers, Beth Price, and Jean Casto. Donations may be made to Hospice of Huntington, P.O. Box 464, Huntington, WV 25709.

DONNA SUE MITCHELL Donna Sue Mitchell, 70, of Poca went home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 22, 2012, at CAMC General Hospital in Charleston after a long illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Herbert Woodrow and Willie (Baisden) Dingess; and brothers, Herbert W. Dingess Jr. and Gene Dingess. Donna, a former employee of the W.Va. unemployment office, was retired from CAMC. Survivors include her husband, James Q. Mitchell; son, James R. Mitchell and wife, Michelle, of Point Pleasant; daughter, Rebecca Hawley and husband, Jimmy, of Hurricane; brothers, David Dingess of St. Louis, Mo., and Jack Dingess of Tennessee; grandchildren, Thomas Mitchell, Tyler Mitchell, Tanner Mitchell, and Erica Burns; and step-grandchildren, Ashton and Dylan Hawley. Please make a donation to the charity of your choice in Donna's memory. Funeral services were held Wednesday, June 27, 2012, at Matics Funeral Home in Clendenin. Burial followed in Martha Mullins Cemetery in Clendenin. Condolences may be expressed online at www.maticsfuneralhome.com. Matics Funeral Home, Clendenin, was in charge of arrangements.

Tuesday,July 10,2012 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Page 19 MARY ELIZABETH NAYLOR Mary Elizabeth Naylor, 61, formerly of Clendenin, our loving sister, aunt, cousin and friend, passed away suddenly on June 6, 2012. Mary was born April 11, 1951, in Charleston. She was the daughter of Philip Samuel "Shine" Naylor Sr. and Elizabeth Andrews Naylor, both of whom will be greeting her in heaven along with her brother, Philip Samuel Naylor Jr., and sister, Ruth Ann Naylor Gandee. Mary is survived by her sister, Susan Marie Ratcliff; sister-in-law, Travis Anthony Naylor; brother-in-law, Dr. William Lee Ratcliff; aunts, Nancy A. Andrews of Colorado and Ruth C. Andrews of Florida; uncle, Walter P. Andrews of St. Albans; nieces, Deanna "Dee" Gandee and Jennifer Marie Gandee; nephews, William Phillip Ratcliff and Brandon Chadwick Ratcliff. Mary had a passion for teaching and began her studies at the University of Charleston, where she received a B.A. in early childhood education. She received her first master's of education from West Virginia Wesleyan College in Buckhannon, and a second master's certification in special education/autism from Marshall University in Huntington. Mary began her career as a kindergarten teacher in Kanawha County in 1977. She went on to teach in Upshur County, Hobe Sound Elementary in Martin County, Fla., Boone and Cabell County schools and finished up her career with Berkeley County Schools, where she worked with and taught special education and autistic children. Mary grew up on the banks of the Elk River with lifelong friends, Rita Hoover Moore, Robin and Randy Hoover. Her love for teaching, developing and educating the children of our future was her true passion in life, which is evident in the lives of her family, students and friends who she enriched and blessed. She will be greatly missed by all. Funeral services were held Saturday, June 30, at Clendenin United Methodist Church. The family requests a donation in honor of Mary be made out to her Autistic Children at Potomac Center - OIEP School Fund, c/o Kent Moreno, #1 Blue St., Romney, WV 26757.

SARAH VIOLA NIPPS Sarah Viola Nipps, 94, of Dunbar, passed away June 25, 2012, at Valley Health Center, South Charleston, following a long ill-

ness. She was born November 5, 1917, in Putnam County, a daughter of the late Addie Edward and Oma May Kelly Taylor. She was a member of Red Oak Community Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her devoted husband of 62 years, John Gaston Nipps. She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Dorcas Faye Starkey; and her brother, John Britton Taylor. She is survived by daughters, Dorothy Simpson of South Charleston, Judy Mollohan and husband, George, of Beckley and Helen Lee and her husband, Michael, of Dunbar. She is also survived by nine grandchildren, Cynthia Beane of Charleston, Dr. D. Scott Wilkinson of San Jose, Calif., Stephanie Rutherford (Johnny) of South Charleston, Nicholas Starkey of Roanoke, Va., Michael Starkey (Michele) of Myrtle Beach, S.C., Jeffrey Starkey of Denver, Colo., David Mollohan (Tammy) of Beckley, Lisa Repasky (Alan) of Salem, Va., and Michele Lee of Dunbar; 10 great-grandchildren, Jennifer and Stacey Beane, Timothy, Elizabeth and Zachery Starkey, Regan, Sophie and Ben Repasky, Dakota and Sierra Mollohan. She is also survived by brothers, Emmett Taylor and wife, Phyllis, Addie "Junior" Taylor and wife, Ellen, of Sanford, Fla.; brother-in-law, Carl Nipps of Dunbar; and several nieces and nephews. The family would like to express their appreciation to the staff of Valley Health Center for their dedicated and compassionate care of our mother. Funeral services were held Thursday, June 28, at Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar, with the Rev. Victor Keathley officiating. Burial followed in Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens. Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar, was in charge of arrangements.

JOHN C. OLDHAM John C. Oldham, 93, of Nitro, a devoted husband and father, died peacefully on Tuesday, June 19, 2012, after a long illness. He was born October 8, 1918, Hollidaysburg, PA. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Muriel G. (Kinder) and his second wife, Dorothy (Woods); his parents, Chalmer R. and Jeannette P. Oldham; brother, Roy Earl; sisters, Ida (Richards), Anna May (McClelland), Betty Louise (Ressegger); son-in-law, Jennings Stone; granddaughters, Mary Louise Oldham and Carrie Beth Oldham.

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Page 20 â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Tuesday,July 10,2012 Survived by children, John M. "Mike" (Bonnie) of Nitro, Patricia L. Stone of Charleston, Jane L. (Jerry) Sanson of St. Albans, Gary W. (Linda) of Nitro, and Jeffrey A. (Kelly) of Sterling Heights, Michigan;14 grandchildren, 23 greatgrandchildren and his beloved dog, Maggie. Sister, Esther F. (McGinn) of Nitro, and their extended families. Dorothy Oldham's children; John Woods, Cathy Welch, Debi Spence. A Military Memorial Service was held at Cooke Funeral Home, Nitro with the Rev. Mark Smith of St. Paul's United Methodist Church, Nitro, officiating. A private burial was held at Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Care, 1606 Kanawha Blvd., Charleston, WV 25387-2536. John worked for Monsanto Chemical Company, after graduating Nitro High School in 1937. In May 1942, he was selected for special training in supervision at Kankakie, Ill. He was sent to Marshall, Texas, at Monsanto's "Long Horn" Ordinance Plant and later went to India, South America and retired from Monsanto, Nitro after 45 years of service. He joined the Army in July 1944. His basic training was at South Camp Hood, Texas and upon completion he was sent to France and on to Germany where he was wounded on March 29, 1945 while serving in the Infantry under General Patton. His unit received a "Presidential Unit Citation" for their extraordinary heroism during their advance through the Siegfried Line and capture of Olzheim, Germany. He was a lifelong resident of Nitro, a member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church and of West Virginia Grand Mason Lodge #170, of Nitro. A loving thanks to the staff of Angel Avenue Assisted Living Home, Hurricane, WV and Hospice Care. You may express on-line condolences at www.cookefuneralhome.com.

SHERMAN EDWARD PERSINGER Mr. Sherman Edward Persinger, 78, of Hometown, went home to be with the Lord on June 20, 2012, at Thomas Memorial Hospital. "Earth lost a special man, but Heaven gained an angel." He was retired from Ravenswood Aluminum with 37 years of service; a member of St. John United Methodist Church; a member of Steelworkers Local No. 5668; and an Army veteran. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sherman and Rebecca Persinger; and sister, JoAnn Milbee. Sherman is survived by his wife of 56 years, Mrs. Shirley Persinger; daughters, Diana and husband, Marshall McCallister, and Deirdre and husband, Ronald Higginbotham; brothers, Frank and wife, Sue Persinger, and Charles Ray and wife, Sharon Persinger; grandchildren, Natasha Matthews and Ryan Higginbotham; and step-grandchildren,

Nathan and Kevin McCallister. He is also survived by Eugene Milbee and other nephews, nieces and family and friends. A tribute to the life of Mr. Sherman Edward Persinger was held Saturday, June 23, at St. John United Methodist Church with Pastor Martin Hallett officiating. Burial followed in Haven of Rest Memory Gardens and Crematorium, Hometown. The family suggests donations are made to St. John United Methodist Church, 4013 Teays Valley Road, Scott Depot, WV 25560. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.hardingfamilygroup.com. Gatens-Harding Funeral Home, Poca, assisted the Persinger family.

BETTY LOU PRINCE Betty Lou Prince, 74, of Scott Depot, passed away Tuesday, June 19, 2012, at Thomas Memorial Hospital, South Charleston. She was a member of Judson Baptist Church, Bills Creek Road, Winfield, and also a member of the American Baptist Women's Ministries. Betty was born April 17, 1938, in Sabine, to the late William Lee Sr. and Elizabeth Francis Roebuck Phillips. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence "Larry" Prince; and brothers, Walter Lee Phillips Jr. and Jim Phillips. Surviving are her daughter, Tammie Rue Elliott of Suffolk, Va.; son, Charles Todd Prince of St. Albans; sisters, Margie Walls of Lakewood, Ohio, Della Crook of Belleville, Mich., and Ellen Baugh of Dearborn, Mich.; and brothers, Joe Phillips and his wife, Val, of Melbourne, Ark., and George Phillips and his wife, Fran, of Lincoln Park, Mich. Also surviving are her loving grandchildren, Grayson Prince, Paul Elliott and Sara Elliott Burchel; and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, June 23, at Judson Baptist Church, Winfield, with Pastor Scotty Robertson and the Rev. Fred McCallister officiating. Burial followed in Judson Baptist Church Cemetery, Winfield. The family suggests donations are made to Judson Baptist Church, in memory of Betty Lou Prince, 1400 Bills Creek Road, Winfield, WV 25213. Online condolences may be made at www.chapmanfuneralhomes.com. Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane, was in charge of arrangements.

VIRGINIA "GINNY" ANN WARDER-REYNOLDS Virginia "Ginny" Ann WarderReynolds, 86, of St. Albans, passed away on Friday, June 15, 2012. Born July 18, 1925, in Fairmont. Ginny was a daughter of the late Earl B. and Blanche Smith. In addition to her parents, Ginny was also preceded in death by her daughter, Mary Beth WarderJones. Ginny was an active member of St. Mark's Episcopal Church, St. Albans. She participated in vari-

ous activities within the church. She was the former choir director and organist and volunteered with Christ's Kitchen. She was also involved with many community groups, the St. Albans Women's Club and the D.A.R. Ginny received her master's degree in education and retired after 29 years of service as a teacher with Kanawha County Schools, specializing in elementary education. She is survived by her sons, Paul Stephen Warder and wife, Barbara, of Charleston and John Marshall Warder of St. Albans; and grandson, Jonathan Seth Warder of Denver, Colo. A memorial service in honor of Virginia Ann Warder-Reynolds was held Saturday, June 30, at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, St. Albans, with Pastor Ann Johnson officiating. The family requests donations to be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 1601 Second Ave., Charleston, WV 25387. Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home, St. Albans, was in charge of arrangements.

RICHARD R. ROBERTS Richard R. Roberts, 76, of Nitro, passed away peacefully due to complications of a long-term kidney disease on Sunday, June 24, 2012, at Thomas Memorial Hospital. Richard was born June 29, 1935, and was the son of the late Bertha Carnes. Richard was a Christian and served the Lord faithfully for many years. Richard was a one-of-a-kind individual who greatly loved his family, especially Pat, his wife of almost 52 years. He played the guitar and loved watching detective shows, like Columbo and NCIS. He was a generous and loving husband, father, grandfather and friend. He had a great sense of humor. He is survived by his wife, Mary "Pat" Roberts of Nitro; son, Richard Mark Roberts (Sherdena) of Gray, Tenn.; and daughters, Debra Webster (David) of St. Albans and Patty Blake (Michael) of Nitro. He is also survived by several grandchildren, Ashley and Benjamin Roberts of Nitro, Mouin and Alison Roberts of Gray, Tenn., Ian and Mary Webster of St. Albans and Natalie and Richard Campbell of Nitro; sister, Janet Wright (David) of Goldsboro, N.C.; and brother, Jimmy Carnes of St. Albans. He also leaves behind his special little dog he named Bill. The family would like to thank Dr. David Mullett and the nurses at Thomas Memorial ICU/CCU who provided compassionate and comforting care during his final days. The family would also like to thank Greater Charleston Dialysis and Dr. Julian L. Espiritu, who provided care to Richard for the past six-and-a-half years. We would especially like to thank the friends of Bill W., who were true friends to the end. Funeral services were held at Wednesday, June 27, at Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar, with Elder Joe Miller officiating. Burial followed in Forrest Memorial Park, Milton.

The Putnam Standard RUTH FRANCES ROOPER Ruth Frances Rooper, 95, of Culpeper, Va., went home to be with her Lord on Thursday, June 21, 2012, at her residence. She was born August 15, 1916, in Teays, to the late Robert M. and Isabella "Belle" Ellis Coyner. Also preceding her in death were her husband, Charles Hubert Rooper; a grandson, David W. Alford; daughter-in-law, Betty Lou Rooper; her brothers, Harry Russell, Lewis Henry and Robert Ernest; and sisters, Emmer Okla Dolin, Agnes Hazel White, Ellen Gertrude Childers, Maggie Walker Coyner, Eunice Hansford Woodruff and Augusta Kathern Coyner. Survived by her children, Lois (Marlen) Alford and Bob Rooper, both of Culpeper, and Bonnie (Tom) Jarrell of London, Ohio; seven grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Ruth, or "Granny" as she was affectionately called by many, loved the outdoors from the time of her childhood with her father on their farm in Teays. She and her husband, Hubert, provided strawberries and blackberries, both in West Virginia and Virginia, to friends and family until his passing in 1986. Ruth continued with the harvest as her health would permit, as well as weaving "rag" rugs, which they had woven for many years together. She loved her garden and flowers, quilting, crocheting and knitting. She provided all of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren with quilts, doilies and blankets. Beyond all of that, her dedication and trust in God was the most important part of her life, singing his praises throughout. There was never a song she couldn't think of to sing and remember the words to, and of course you needed to sing along. Ruth was a charter member of Griffinsburg Baptist Church in Norman, Va., where she faithfully attended until her health failed her. A funeral service was held Saturday, June 23, at Found and Sons Funeral Chapel, Culpeper, with Pastor David Austin and the Rev. Sandy Martin officiating. Interment followed in Fairview Cemetery. Donations may be made in her name to Griffinsburg Baptist Church, P.O. Box 733, Culpeper, VA 22701; or to a church or charity of your choice. The family would like to especially thank Mary Jones, Judy Garrison, Cathy Deane and Cindy Austin for the care, kindness, friendship and love they gave to "Mom/Granny" for the last years of her life. You have truly been a blessing to us all. An online guestbook and tribute wall are available at www.foundandsons.com. Found and Sons Funeral Chapel of Culpeper was in charge of the arrangements.

JOE WAYNE SCHAIBLE Joe Wayne Schaible, 68, of St. Albans passed away at his mother's home in Dunbar on July

1, 2012, surrounded by many friends and family who loved him deeply. Joe was born October 13, 1943, in Dunbar and was a member of Local Union No. 1353. Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Mary Schaible; and brothers, Edward "Sonny" Schaible and Donald "Bunny" Schaible. He is survived by his loving wife, Barbara Schaible; three daughters, Sandy Schaible of Virginia, Tammy Schaible of South Carolina and Carolyn Legg of St. Albans; one son, Joe Wayne Schaible Jr. of Charleston; six grandchildren; and four greatgrandchildren. Also surviving are sisters, Alice Hill of Ohio, Wanda Igo of Dunbar and Linda Schaible of Dunbar; brothers, Kenny, Roy, Walter and Dennie, all of Dunbar. Funeral services were held at Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar. Burial followed in the FinneySchaible Cemetery. The family would like to thank Teresa and April for their dedicated time and care they gave to our husband, father and brother. They will always be part of our family. Special thanks are extended to HospiceCare for all of their assistance. Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar, was in charge of arrangements.

GARY WAYNE SCOTT Gary Wayne Scott, 64, of Spring Branch, Leon, passed away Tuesday, June 19, 2012, at the Veterans Administration Medical Center, Huntington, following a long battle with cancer. He was a 1966 graduate of Buffalo High School and worked as a production supervisor at K.E. Enterprises in Nitro, retiring with 39 years of service. Gary was a veteran of the United States Army, having served his country in Vietnam in the 173rd Airborne Division as a paratrooper. Born November 4, 1947, he was the son of the late Cecil Coleman and Margaret Scott Coleman. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Ronald Gene Scott. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Carolyn Sue Singleton Scott; daughters, Renee Richardson of Huntington and Christina (Michael) Robinson of Liberty; son, Gary Scott II of Spring Branch, Leon; brothers, Jackie (Betty) Scott of Eleanor and Don (Mary Lou) Scott of Spring Branch, Leon; grandchildren, Marie Trimboli, Kendra Robinson, Hayley Robinson and Zack Robinson; aunt, Murley Herdman of Elkhart, Ind.; as well as several cousins, a niece, several nephews and a host of family and friends. Funeral services were held Friday, June 22, at Raynes Funeral Home Eleanor Chapel with Pastor Woody Willard officiating. Entombment followed in Haven of Rest Memory Gardens, Red House, with military graveside honors by American Legion James E. Marshall Post 187, Winfield. Online condolences may be sent to the Scott family, and the online guestbook signed, by visiting

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DANIEL KEITH SMITH Daniel Keith Smith, infant son of Calvin Wesley and Brittany Danielle Smith, went to be an angel in heaven on Sunday, June 24, 2012. He is also survived by his sister and brother, Brooke and Scott Smith; grandparents, Tammy and Bob Forshey of Kingwood, Calvin and Arlene Smith of Culloden, Traci Clark of Hurricane and Danny Fizer and Denise Leavitt of Hurricane; great-grandparents, Gene and Louise Fizer and Jane Duke and Janice Clark; uncles, Jeremy Smith and Daniel Clark; aunt, Cathy Fizer; and special friends, David and Kim Smith. Graveside services were held Thursday, June 28, at Sycamore Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to allenfuneralhomewv.com.

BILLY R. STIDHAM Mr. Billy R. Stidham, 79, of Eleanor, went home to be with the Lord after a long, courageous battle on June 24, 2012. He was a former 24-year employee of Viscose and retired from Thomas Memorial Hospital, at age 69, after 18 years of service. He was a member of Hometown Independent Mission and an Army veteran. Billy loved to cut wood and work with his flowers

and in his garden. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Mrs. Dotsy L. Stidham; children, Peggy Porter and husband, Greg, of Eleanor, Shawn Stidham and wife, Sandy, of Red House and Billie Jean Tolley and husband, Joe, of Eleanor; brothers and sisters, James Stidham of South Carolina, John Stidham of Virginia, Alice Huffman of Poca, Kay Simmons of Virginia and Shirley Ann McNeely of Scott Depot; five grandchildren, Daniel and Seth Stidham, Nathan and Nick Martin and Nicole Dolin and husband, Brent; and greatgranddaughter, Ashlyn. The family would like to thank everyone for the prayers during this difficult time. A tribute to the life of Billy was held Wednesday, June 27, at Gatens-Harding Funeral Home Chapel with pastors Joe Scarberry and Darren Persinger officiating. Entombment followed in Haven of Rest Memory Gardens and Crematorium, Hometown. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.hardingfamilygroup.com. Gatens-Harding Funeral Home, Poca, assisted the Stidham family.

LANA JUNE TURNER Lana June Turner, of Dunbar, WV passed away June 25, 2012 to her heavenly home. She was born on March 31, 1941. Lana was stricken with Polio at age four and endured many days

of poor health with dignity and grace. Lana was preceded in death by her father, Woodrow Wilson Turner and her sister, Rita Turner Sigmon. She is survived by her mother, Katherine Turner; son John Turner; grandson, Chaska Turner; brothers, Blaine (Glenda) Turner of Ft. Meade, Florida and Tom (Mary Lou) Turner of Hurricane, West Virginia. Lana unselfishly entrusted her body to West Virginia University Medical School to further medical research. At Lana’s request there were no services. Should friends desire contributions may be made to West Virginia University Medical School in Lana’s memory.

ROY LEE WARNER Roy Lee Warner, 93, of Eleanor went home on June 22, 2012, to be with his Lord, his beloved wife, and his sons. He passed away at his home of 49 years surrounded by his loving family. Born November 29, 1918, in Mud Lick, W.Va., he was the son of the late James Clarence Warner and Grace Allen Warner. Roy was a farmer for most of his life. He was also employed by Gravely Tractors of Dunbar and worked in construction until his retirement. After retirement he enjoyed gardening and helping his neighbors. Roy was a faithful member of Red House UBI Church. In addition to his parents, he

Tuesday,July 10,2012 – Page 21 was preceded in death by his loving wife of 68 years, Lola Casto Warner; sons, Dale Dwight Warner and Denver Lee Warner; and two sisters, Beulah Pennington and Audra Workman. Survivors include daughter, Brenda Warner (Terry) McDavid of Eleanor; sons, Wayne (Portia) Warner of Huntington, and Gary (Lisa) Warner of Red House; sister, Mary Margaret Lathey; grandsons, Ron, Jeff, Michael and Jason Warner; step-grandchildren, Wendy Nicholas, Matthew McDavid, Glen Conway and Mary Holbrook; along with 13 great-grandchildren; and a very special niece, Janet Harmon. The family wishes to thank HospiceCare nurse, Lori Carter, and caretakers, Neola Crihfield, Delores Rutledge and Alice Stutler, for their loving care and devotion. A celebration of Roy's Christian life was held Tuesday, June 26, 2012, at Red House UBI Church with Pastor Greg Blake Burial followed officiating. Emma Chapel Cemetery, Liberty. The family suggests and greatly appreciates memorial contributions to be made to HospiceCare, 1606 Kanawha Blvd. West, Charleston, WV 25387-2536 or the Red House UBI Church in memory of Roy. Online condolences may be sent to the Warner family and the online guestbook signed by visiting www.raynesfuneral home.com. Raynes Funeral Home Eleanor

Chapel, Eleanor, was in charge of arrangements.

PETE ZAIN JR. Pete Zain Jr., 81, of Cross Lanes, passed away Sunday, June 24, 2012, at Broadmore Assisted Living following a long illness. Born March 24, 1931, he was a son of the late Pete Sr. and Mitilda Skaff Zain. Pete was a retired teacher for the Kanawha County Board of Education and a U.S. Air Force veteran of the Korean Conflict. Also preceding him in death were his wife, Betty Zain, and son, Fred Zain. Survivors include a brother, George Zain and wife, Lorraine, of Grand Rapids, Mich.; sister, Jean Laramy and husband, Millard, of Grand Rapids; special friend, Jim Young of Winfield; three grandchildren, Joshua, Jeremy and Murial; and two greatgrandchildren. Funeral services were conducted Wednesday, June 27 at St. George Orthodox Church, Charleston, with the Rev. Fr. Olaf Scott, the Rev. Fr. Thomas Zain and the Rev. Fr. Stephen DeYoung officiating. Burial followed in Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens, Cross Lanes. Online condolences may be sent to www.tylermountainfuneralhome.com. Memorials may be sent to St. George Orthodox Church, Charleston.

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Time For Service ~ Area Church Services ~

Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church ~ Buff Creek Rd. Hurricane, WV. "Helping the hurt get out of the dirt" Service TimesSunday morning 10:00 a.m.; Sunday eve. 6:00 p.m.; Wed. Eve Bible study 7:00 p.m. Special meeting 4th Saturday each month at 7:00 p.m. All area Churches welcome. Heaven is obtainable, Hell is avoidable. We still preach The Book, The Blood and, The Blessed Hope. Pastor Ernie Spence – 304-617-2752. Redeemer Presbyterian Church, PCA, welcomes the community to learn of God's love and grace. They meet at Teays Valley Cinema for worship service at 10 a.m. The church's pastor is Barrett Jordan. For more information, call the church office, 304-757-1197, or check the church's website at www.redeemerpcawv.org. Teays Valley Church of God ~ 4430 Teays Valley Road, PO Box 270, Scott Depot, WV 25526 www.tvcog.org - (304)757-9222. Service times: Sunday’s - 9:15 a.m. Sunday School, 10:15 a.m. Morning Worship, 6:00 p.m. Evening Discipleship. Wednesday’s: 6:45 p.m. Evening Discipleship. Pastor Melissa Pratt. Winfield Community Church~ 144 Rocky Step Road, Scott Depot, WV, 25560. (304) 5861146. Sunday School 9:45 a.m.; Morning Worship 10:45 a.m.; Wednesday Evening Bible Study & Prayer 6:30 p.m. Pastor: Michael Hurlbert. Mt. Salem UM Church ~ 4-1/2 miles East of Hurricane on Rt. 60 across from covered bridge, on left. Sunday: Morning worship 9:30; Sunday School 10:30. Wednesday Bible study 7:00 P.M.; Family night first Wednesday of each month @ 7:00 P.M. Pastor: Ralph Kernen (304) 7578446. Presbyterian Church of the Covenant ~ Living the Love of Jesus Christ. 2438 US Route 60, Hurricane, WV 25526. 304-5622012, pcclife.com Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. Buffalo Church of God ~ Corner of Rt 62 & Church Street, Buffalo (Putnam Co.). Sunday: 9:45 a.m. Sunday School; 11:00 a.m. Morning Worship; 7:00 p.m. Evening Worship. Wednesday: 7:00 p.m. Mid-week Service. Pas-

tor Wayne Burch. 304-937-3447.

~ 4345 Teays Valley Road, Scott Depot, WV. 757-9166.

Winfield United Methodist Church ~ Looking for a church family? Join us at Winfield United Methodist Church, 20 Radwin Drive (Behind McDonald’s) Winfield. Two services 8:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Pastor: Tom Hill.

Pastor Dr. Rod Taylor. Sunday School 9 a.m.; Sunday Morning Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday Evening Worship 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid Week Service 7 p.m. www.thedepotlive.com

Springdale Free Will Baptist Church ~ Cow Creek Road, Hurricane (Directions: Off Rt 34, 21/2 miles on Cow Creek Road, stay on left fork of Cow Creek. Church is on the right). Sunday School 10 a.m.; Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.; Sunday Evening Worship 6 p.m.; Wednesday Midweek Service 7 p.m. Pastor Larry Cooper. 5625389. Teays Valley Church of the Nazarene~ 3937 Teays Valley Road, Teays, WV 25569 (Mail: PO Box 259) Sunday: 9:45 a.m. Sunday School; 10:45 a.m. Morning worship; 6:00 p.m. Sunday Evening Worship. Wednesdays: 6:30 p.m. Prayer Gathering, Children & Teen Programs. Last Saturday of each month; Clothing Closet from 9 a.m. until noon. Free clothes for everyone! Pastor: Rev. Charles V. Williams. Phone: 304-757-8400. First Baptist Church~ “Connecting People to Jesus Christ” 2635 Main Street, Hurricane, WV, 25526 – 304-562-9281. Dr. James E. Lutz, Senior Pastor. Sunday services: 8:50 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 6:30 p.m. Sunday School – 10 a.m.; Wednesday 6:30 p.m. www.fbcoh.com Good Hope Baptist Church ~ Turkey Creek Road, Hurricane. Sunday Worship Service 10 a.m. Ascension Catholic Church 905 Hickory Mill Rd., Hurricane, WV, 25526. 304-562-5816. Services: Saturday evening 5:30 p.m. Sunday morning 8:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Rev. Neil R. Buchlein, Pastor. www.ascensionwv.com Cross of Grace Lutheran Church ~ 30 Grace Drive, Hurricane, WV, 25526. 304-562-0616. Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Sunday - 10:45 a.m. Morning Worship Pastor Jerry Kliner, STS. “Where people discover Jesus and grow in Faith”. www.coglutheran.com Scott Depot Christ Fellowship

Teays Valley Baptist Church ~ Dr. John D. Smith, Pastor. 3926 Teays Valley Road, Hurricane, WV, 25526. 304-757-9306. www.teaysvalleybaptist.com Services: SUNDAY - Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; Morning Worship & Children’s Church 10:30 a.m.; Evening worship 6:00 p.m.; Choir Rehearsal 5 p.m. WEDNESDAY – Bible Study and Prayer 7 p.m.; Awana 7:00 p.m. All services are interpreted for the deaf. TV Service on Suddenlink Channel 2, Wed. 8:30 – 9 p.m. Radio Program WEMM 8:30 p.m. Thursday. Buffalo Presbyterian Church ~ 2125 Buffalo Road, Buffalo, WV, 25033. Sunday School Service 10 a.m.; Worship Sunday Service 11 a.m. Wednesday Service – Bible Study, 7 p.m. Pastor – Denver Tucker. Buffalo Nazarene Church ~ Rt. 62, Buffalo, WV, 25033. Sunday School Service 10 a.m.; Sunday Worship Service 11 a.m.; Sunday night Worship Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Service 7 p.m. Pastor Sherry Kinsey 937-3258. Otter Branch Church ~ Box 213, 18 Mile Road, Buffalo, WV, 25033 Sunday School Service 10 a.m.; Sunday Worship Service 11 a.m. Wednesday Service 7 p.m. Pastor Mike Tucker. Manilla Chapel ~ Manilla Ridge Road, Robertsburg, WV. SUNDAY: Morning service 10 a.m.; Evening service 6:00 p.m. TUESDAY: Bible Study at 7 p.m. Everyone welcome. Way of Truth Tabernacle ~ 900 Roosevelt Dr., Eleanor, WV. Services: Sunday morning 10:00 a.m.; Sunday Evening 6:00 p.m.; Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Pastor Nathan Morris (304)543-8053. A new beginning on the old path. Bethel Baptist – Upper Mud River Road, Sias, WV. Services: Sunday morning 10 a.m.; Sunday night 6 p.m.; Wednesday night 7:00 p.m. Glad Tidings Assembly of God ~ 121 Mill Road, Hurricane, WV,

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25526. Adult & Children’s Service Sunday 10:30 a.m., Sunday Evening Worship 6:00 p.m., Wednesday Midweek Service 7:00 p.m. Church Phone 304-562-3074. Pastor: Rebekah Jarrell. Asst. Pastor: Aaron Hil. Winfield Presbyterian Church ~ Winfield Presbyterian Church, 4th and Ferry Streets. “A praying community where friendship counts.” Cherrie Sizemore, Minister. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.; Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Looking for a church to call “home”? We would like to be that place. Pine Grove Church of Christ ~ 4504 Teays Valley Road, Scott Depot. 304-757-8543 (o); 304757-2866 (h). prediger1@verizon.net. Sunday morning Bible Classes 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service 10:45 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship Service 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Bible Studies 7:00 p.m. Tm Jorgensen, Minister. Grandview Baptist Church, Red House. Sunday school – 10 am; Sunday evening 7 pm; Wednesday 7 pm. Pastor: Woody Willard. Winfield Church of the Nazarene ~ 2986 Winfield Rd., Winfield, WV 25213. Sunday School 9:45 am; Sunday Worship Service 10:45 am; Sunday Praise Service at 6:00pm; Wednesday Kidz & Teens 7:00 pm; Wednesday Adult Bible Study 7:00 pm. Pastor Robert Fulton, 304-5862180. Laywell Church of Christ ~ Sycamore Road, Hurricane, WV. Services: Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Evening Worship 6 p.m. Phone number for more information, 304-562-6135. Kanawha Valley Baptist Church ~ 949 Roosevelt Ave., (U.S. Rt. 62), Eleanor, WV 25070. Pastors: John Hage and Art Hage. Phone

304-437-3513 and 304-437-2740. Services: 3:00 p.m. Sundays and 6:30 p.m. Thursdays. Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church ~ Rt. 3 Box 97 (6242 Trace Fork Rd.), Hurricane, WV 25526. Phone 304-562-5880. Sunday School: 10 a.m.; Morning Worship 11 a.m.; Evening Worship 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7 p.m.; Children’s Emmy Club, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. Pastor: Robert Adkins. Everyone welcome. Providence Baptist Church ~ Rocky Step Road, Scott Depot, WV. Sunday School 10 a.m.; Sunday morning Worship 11 a.m.; Sunday night 7 p.m. Pastor: Rev. Bob Kelly. Phone 304-586-2832. Gateway Christian Church ~ Weekly Sunday Evening Service at 6 p.m. Valley Park, Hurricane, WV. Adult & Children’s Ministry available. For more information please call 304-727-8919 or visit www.gatewaychurch.net. Senior Minister: Dave Stauffer. LOVE GOD – LOVE PEOPLE – SERVE. Lakeview Christian Church ~ 108 Lakeview Drive, Hurricane, WV, 25526. Services: Sunday – 11 am and 6:30 pm; Wednesday – 7 pm. Pastor: Jeff Maynard. Phone 304-562-9265. Faith Independent Church ~ Sunday School 10am, Sunday Morning Worship 11am, Sunday Choir Practice 6 p.m., Sunday Evening Service 7 p.m.; Wednesday Prayer Meeting & Bible Study 7 p.m. A little country church set on the side of Rt. 62 in the big town of Black Betsy, WV. Pastoral Team: Michael Landers and Randy Browning Sousanah FWB Church ~ Charley Creek Road, Culloden. Sunday School 10:00 a.m.; Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.; Sunday Night Service 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Service 7:00 p.m.

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