KINGWOOD — Preston County could be hiring two more deputies in the coming weeks, according to Sheriff Jim Fields, who said two applicants have taken the Civil Service tests and […]
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Griefshare has been helping people cope for over 25 years
KINGWOOD — For 25 years, GriefShare has been helping people find comfort after the loss of a loved one. Dr. Fred Conley, Pastor Jonathan Nettles and counselor Maureen Durst […]
Preston commission mulls wall repair, solar agreement
KINGWOOD — A request for $1,000 to repair the Works Progress Administration (WPA) 1939 wall in Rowlesburg was moved to the Aug. 14 meeting to give commissioners time to consider […]
Preston commission hears reports of jail transport, accessibility issues
KINGWOOD — Due to budgetary and staffing concerns, Sheriff Jim Fields told Preston County Commissioners that effectively immediately the Preston County Sheriff’s Office will no longer transport arrests to the […]
Short story by Preston County resident wins award
KINGWOOD — A short story titled, “2036” by Kingwood resident Lynn Housner recently won an award in the history category in the Next Generation Short Story Awards. The awards program is […]
Preston County Antique Tractor and Machinery Show to be held this weekend
The Preston County Antique Tractor and Machinery Association will host a show Saturday and Sunday at the Reedsville Volunteer Fire Department. Gates will open at 7 a.m. There will be toys, […]
Kingwood Council discusses plans for Civic Center celebration
KINGWOOD — Mark your calendar for Oct. 5 — the 45th anniversary of the dedication of the Craig Civic Center. Plans are being made for an open house celebration. The […]
Appalachian Youth Livestock Showcase had over 250 exhibitors this year from all over the East Coast
The third annual Appalachian Youth Livestock Showcase (AYLS), a four-species jackpot show, had an estimated 250 exhibitors this year — all showing off their pigs, goats, lambs and cattle. The […]
Preston County Board of Health approved Kendra Barker as chairperson
KINGWOOD — The Preston County Board of Health unanimously approved Kendra Barker as chairperson after she was chosen to replace Jim Fields who was recently appointed to fill Sheriff Paul […]
Commission to vote on funding for Mountaineer Area Rescue Group
KINGWOOD — The Preston County Commission will vote next week about whether to provide $1,200 to the Mountaineer Area Rescue Group (MARG). The group wants the money in order to […]
