A French Creek man faces multiple charges after allegedly driving through a flood barricade on Stonecoal Road, fleeing and resisting deputies. The road remains closed as crews make emergency repairs, and officials warn of zero tolerance for violations.
Officials seek expedited federal aid after storms destroyed 33 homes and damaged hundreds in Upshur and Lewis counties. Residents must place flood debris at the curb by noon Tuesday and report damage to help secure assistance.
Flood-damaged furniture, drywall and belongings must be at the curb by noon Tuesday, July 28, for National Guard pickup.
A man was arrested after allegedly attempting to cash a fraudulent check at a local bank, as well as at other banks in the region.
Gov. Patrick Morrisey visited Pleasants and Lewis counties to assess storm, flood and tornado recovery efforts. State crews, first responders and volunteers are clearing debris, repairing infrastructure and delivering supplies to affected residents.
Residents are urged to place flood-damaged debris at the curb immediately so West Virginia Army National Guard units can continue countywide pickup and removal.
Monna Darlene Young, 80, of French Creek, died on July 25, 2026, at J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown. She was a retired St. Joseph’s Hospital housekeeper and attended Bethlehem Community Church.
Gov. Patrick Morrisey is seeking an expedited federal disaster declaration after storms and flooding devastated West Virginia. The request would aid residents and governments in seven counties, with more than 950 homes reporting damage.
Buckhannon residents must place flood-damaged debris at the curb by noon Tuesday, July 28, for National Guard pickup. Items should not block roads, sidewalks or drainage paths.
Michael Scott McNemar, 54, of Buckhannon, WV, and formerly of Petersburg, WV, died on July 23, 2026. He was a beloved science teacher, active community member, hunter, and fisherman.
Secretary of State Kris Warner is urging West Virginia businesses to support flood recovery in Lewis and Upshur counties. Contractors, volunteers, equipment, supplies and financial assistance are needed to help communities recover and rebuild.
West Virginia’s flood recovery effort includes 352 National Guard personnel, more than 2,600 Division of Highways employees and more than 1,700 registered volunteers. Preliminary assessments identified damage to approximately 151 homes in Upshur County.
The West Virginia Wesleyan College Auxiliary Gymnasium is serving as a centralized hub for flood relief supplies. Donations are being accepted daily, and residents impacted by flooding can pick up needed items daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Richard D. “Dick” Booth, 95, of the Old Elkins Road, Buckhannon, died at his home on July 23, 2026. A Korean War veteran and retired Columbia Gas Transmission clerk, he enjoyed antique cars and mowing grass.
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For more than 120 years, the Elkins hospital now known as Davis Medical Center has been where the Potomac Highlands turns for care. Today that includes expert kidney care close to home — sparing many patients a drive out of the region.
West Virginia State Police identified Judy A. Young, 59, and James J. Harper, 61, as the victims found Thursday in a vehicle swept away by rapidly rising floodwaters.
Danny Joe Webster, 76, of Buckhannon, West Virginia, passed away on July 22, 2026. An Air Force veteran, he treasured his family, friends, dogs, fishing, and favorite sports teams.
