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Mullican Hardwood Flooring Plant in Ronceverte to Close
By Debra Smith The Mountain Messenger has obtained the official statement of closure of the Mullican Hardwood Flooring Plant in Ronceverte, from the office of Pat Oakley, President of the Mullican Hardwood Flooring Plant’s corporate office in Johnson City, TN, which reads as…
Burning Season Guidelines
The 2026 fall burning season runs from Oct. 1 through Dec. 31, with outdoor burning strictly restricted to the hours between 5 p.m. and 7 a.m. Any fire started after 5 p.m. must be completely put out by 7 a.m. Only vegetative materials such as leaves, brush, and yard clippings…
Ronceverte Approves Urban Archery Hunting Season
By D.L. Bowles At their regular meeting on Monday, Sept. 14, the Ronceverte City Council approved a measure to allow an Urban Archery Hunting Season. The dates for the season will be from Oct. 1 through Dec. 31, 2026. To participate, hunters must obtain a permit from the city. To…
Two Promotions at Lewisburg State Police Detachment
By D.L. Bowles On Aug. 22 the Lewisburg Detachment of the West Virginia State Police saw two promotions. Sergeant N.J. Hersman, who had been serving as the Lewisburg Detachment Commander, was promoted to the rank of First Sergeant and the position of Lewisburg District Commander.…
West Virginia hospitals deliver more than $1B in community benefits, generate $19.1B in economic impact
West Virginia hospitals provided more than $1 billion in community benefits while generating $19.1 billion in economic activity statewide, according to a newly released report from the West Virginia Hospital Association (WVHA). Community benefits are health-focused programs,…
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Phillip Henderson Bostic
Phillip Henderson Bostic, 85, passed away peacefully on Sept. 21, 2026, at Lewis Gale Hospital surrounded by family. He was born in White Sulphur Springs, W.Va., on March 10, 1941. He was the son of the late Joseph Henderson Bostic and Edith Mae Burdette Bostic. In addition to…
Alderson Council updates water project; dates for 2026/27 Urban Archery Deer Season
By D.L. Bowles On Thursday, Sept. 10, the Alderson Town Council provided information on the water projects that include both a new water plant and expansion and rehabilitation of water lines. The water plant portion of the project is estimated to be 83% complete with construction…
WSS Council recognizes St. Thomas Episcopal Church 140th Anniversary
At the regular monthly meeting of the White Sulphur Springs City Council on Monday, Sept. 14, Mayor Taylor read a resolution the council issued to recognize and congratulate St. Thomas Episcopal Church on its 140th Anniversary since its founding in 1886. The resolution bestows…