Magistrate Report Weekly Magistrate Report August 23, 2026 Rachel Isabell The following report summarizes court activity filed in Webster County Magistrate Court from August 15-21. Information is based on court records. Subsequent court proceedings may occur at a later date.…
News Graham resigns as EDA dispute takes its toll August 23, 2026 Rachel Isabell After six years as director of the Webster County Economic Development Authority, Christopher Graham submitted his resignation Aug. 18, effective Aug. 31 Board members Mark Barnette and Angie Beale resigned…
News County moves to strengthen 911 network after outage August 23, 2026 Rachel Isabell Problems experienced at the Webster County 911 Center during recent storms have prompted county officials to look at network upgrades that could also help address aging service at the county…
Opinion A LEGACY OF LOVE August 19, 2026 Guest Contributor I caught myself the other day. I had just sat down at my computer keyboard to write a letter to my Aunt Charlotte when I remembered that she was no…
Community Features Senior Corner August 18, 2026 Echo Submissions MENU OF THE WEEK Wednesday 19 thChicken Alfredo over NoodlesBroccoliCarrotsFruitThursday 20 thPinto BeansAugratin PotatoesSpinachCornbreadFruitFriday 21 stLasagna RollSaladCarrotsFruitMonday 24thHam & Cheese QuicheBaked ApplesGreen BeansTuesday 25 thPizzaCornSaladFruit Happy Birthday Happy Birthday wishes…
Opinion Back to School August 18, 2026 Guest Contributor The beginning of school means changes from the “free flowing” days of summer to regular daily routines. Though these August to September changes are predictable, the transition can be rough…
Opinion MORE BEAUTIFUL August 18, 2026 Guest Contributor I woke up just as the sun was rising the other day. As I walked my dogs I noticed the fireflies still shining their little lights while the sun turned…
News Unique Boutique brings business home to Webster Springs August 18, 2026 Rachel Isabell After five years of operating Unique Boutique in Summersville, Vonda Payne had a decision to make when the shop’s lease came up for renewal. Rather than renew the lease, Payne…
News Grant will support Camden repairs August 18, 2026 Rachel Isabell The Camden-on-Gauley Improvement Committee will use $6,200 in Local Economic Development Assistance funding to restore the kitchen in the community center and continue repairs to the building. Delegate Gregory Watt…
News Library wraps up ‘Unearth a Story’ summer August 18, 2026 Rachel Isabell The summer reading program wrapped up with a picnic and pool party as young readers gathered to celebrate a summer spent “Unearthing a Story.” The library continued this year’s dinosaur-themed…
