West Virginia Secretary of State Mac Warner would like the public to be aware of the changes in dates and deadlines for the 2020 Primary Election, which will now be held on June 9. On Wednesday, Governor Jim Justice moved the Primary Election back 28 days from May 12 to[Read More…]
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Van Meter Recognized as Perfect Game All-American
Moorefield High School Baseball junior pitcher Isaac Van Meter was selected to the 2020 Rawlings-Perfect Game Preseason Underclass All-American High Honorable Mention Team. Van Meter was one of the high honorable mention selections as an underclassman for the Atlantic Region which includes Maryland, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia and[Read More…]
Michael Demands Proof Concerning Floodplain Ordinance, State Official Responds with Threat of Non-Compliance
By Lon Anderson Moorefield Examiner It was March 3 when County Planner and Flood Plain Manager, Melissa Scott sat before a meeting of the County Commission and explained that they needed to adopt an updated Flood Plain Ordinance. That was when Commission President Harold Michael began his harangue and demanded[Read More…]
Hardy County Seniors Need Help
The Hardy County Senior Center normally provides a nutritious lunch for residents over the age of 60. The Hardy County Committee on Aging also delivers meals to homebound seniors and homemaker aids go into homes to help with cooking, cleaning and other tasks. However, as a result of the coronavirus[Read More…]
Wolfe Howls Among The Elite Pack of Racers
If a fan blinks, there is a chance to miss the lightning speed of Wolfe Racing’s Camaro in one of the National Hot Rod Association Pro Modified series events as the parachute zips open ending the five seconds of horsepower driven excitement on a quarter mile track. “I don’t have[Read More…]
Local Updates and Changes in Response to COVID-19
Updated 3-31-20 Hardy County Schools are closed until Monday, April 20. Meals are available for pickup at Moorefield Elementary and East Hardy Early Middle schools from 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. daily. Please contact your child’s school if you need additional support. Hardy County Schools stands ready to assist in[Read More…]
Hardy County Confirms First COVID-19 Case
The Hardy County Health Department and Hardy County Office of Emergency Management announced one positive cases of 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Hardy County. The patient has been on quarantine since arriving home to Hardy County and has been fully cooperative in following proper protocol to protect their neighbors and[Read More…]
Sheriff’s Dept.Announces Changes to Procedures
Please follow Hardy County E-911 and the Hardy County Sheriff’s Office on Facebook for updates. We will also give updates via the Moorefield Examiner and WELD. Area Law Enforcement is committed to keeping the rule of law and peace during these challenging times. To maintain effective emergency services, Hardy County[Read More…]
COVID-19, Budget Are on Town’s Agenda
COVID-19 was the first topic at the March 17 Moorefield Town Council meeting. “Right now, we’re operating as normal,” Moorefield Police Department Chief Stephen Riggleman said, adding that officers are using nitirile gloves, washing hands, and disinfecting gear and vehicle interiors. Riggleman said that there likely would be no municipal[Read More…]
Moorefield Baseball Preview
As of press time, high school springs sports events and practices had been postponed until April 10. That announcement came as the finishing touches were being put on the Spring Sports preview. We have decided publish these previews in order to highlight Hardy County’s high school athletes, should no opportunity[Read More…]
East Hardy Baseball Preview
As of press time, high school springs sports events and practices had been postponed until April 10. That announcement came as the finishing touches were being put on the Spring Sports preview. We have decided publish these previews in order to highlight Hardy County’s high school athletes, should no opportunity[Read More…]
Moorefield Track Preview
As of press time, high school springs sports events and practices had been postponed until April 10. That announcement came as the finishing touches were being put on the Spring Sports preview. We have decided publish these previews in order to highlight Hardy County’s high school athletes, should no opportunity[Read More…]
East Hardy Track Preview
As of press time, high school springs sports events and practices had been postponed until April 10. That announcement came as the finishing touches were being put on the Spring Sports preview. We have decided publish these previews in order to highlight Hardy County’s high school athletes, should no opportunity[Read More…]
Moorefield Tennis Preview
As of press time, high school springs sports events and practices had been postponed until April 10. That announcement came as the finishing touches were being put on the Spring Sports preview. We have decided publish these previews in order to highlight Hardy County’s high school athletes, should no opportunity[Read More…]
Moorefield Softball Preview
As of press time, high school springs sports events and practices had been postponed until April 10. That announcement came as the finishing touches were being put on the Spring Sports preview. We have decided publish these previews in order to highlight Hardy County’s high school athletes, should no opportunity[Read More…]
East Hardy Softball Preview
As of press time, high school springs sports events and practices had been postponed until April 10. That announcement came as the finishing touches were being put on the Spring Sports preview. We have decided publish these previews in order to highlight Hardy County’s high school athletes, should no opportunity[Read More…]
County Planner Melissa Scott Moves On, Leaves the County in Far Better Place
By Lon AndersonMoorefield Examiner “Land use planning is just hard—it’s especially hard for the volunteers who serve on the Planning Commission to balance the choices—often very hard choices,” according to Melissa Scott. “But they have done it here in Hardy County. They have done what they should do, and the[Read More…]
Civil War Trail Markers Expand in Hardy County
Civil War Trails, Inc. has teamed up with the Hardy County Convention & Visitors Bureau and the South Fork General Store to bring the popular program to Peru. The HCCVB will sustain the program through maintenance and marketing efforts. Located across the bridge along the eastern bank of the river[Read More…]
Local Restaurants Adapt To Governor’s Carry-Out-Only Declaration
Ed Note: If we have not included your restaurant, we apologize. E-mail or call information to us. If your restaurant has changed its policy, please let us know. We are trying to support our local businesses to the best of our ability. Contact the Moorefield Examiner at [email protected] or 304-530-6397.[Read More…]
Coronavirus Pandemic Forces Changes to Local Events and Activities
• Hardy County Schools are closed through Friday, March 27. Meals are available for pickup at all schools from 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. daily. Instructional packets will be available at your child’s school on Thursday, March 19 from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. and Friday, March 20 from 8[Read More…]