Meeting the mask needs of the community
TAYLOR COUNTY—Residents continue to answer the call when it comes to the COVID-19 response, and many community members have been crafting masks for those in need in the area.
Updated: 3 hours ago
Grafton City Hospital receives a much needed upgrade
GRAFTON—Grafton City Hospital is always looking for new ways to better serve the community, by adding new services and upgrading their facility. Recently the hospital acquired new equipment that will not only aid in patient care but will increase someone’s overall experience when having to undergo services at the facility.
Updated: 3 hours ago
Taylor County Public Library closed
GRAFTON—The Taylor County Public Library is closed until further notice due to COVID-19 pandemic. All programs, services, and meeting room reservations have been canceled.
Updated: 4 days ago
Backpack food pickup announced
TAYLOR COUNTY—Students from Anna Jarvis Elementary, Grafton High and Taylor County Middle Schools who participated in this year’s FUMC/AJE Backpack Program may pick up their food at the Fetterman United Methodist Church
Updated: 4 days ago
All registered voters to receive absentee ballot applications
TAYLOR COUNTY—Taylor County Clerk Georgianna Thompson announced Friday that in conjunction with Secretary of State Mac Warner, all registered voters of the county would be mailed an absentee ballot application for the upcoming election.
Updated: 4 days ago
Healthy Grandfamilies halts session
TAYLOR COUNTY—Although Healthy Grandfamilies has chosen to suspend the remainder of their Spring Session meetings, organizers are still hoping to help make Easter a little special for children within their program.
Updated: 1 week ago
Stay at Home order issued in wake of COVID-19 spread throughout WV
WEST VIRGINIA— On Monday, West Virginia Governor Jim Justice announced that the Novel Coronavirus 2019 is now transmitting within the state, leading him to put a “Stay at Home” order in place.
Updated: 1 week ago
YCF establishes Emergency Impact Fund to aid in COVID-19 response
MORGANTOWN, W.VA. – Your Community Foundation of North Central West Virginia, Inc. (YCF) Board of Directors has established the “Emergency Impact Fund for North Central West Virginia” to assist nonprofits in addressing the immediate impacts of COVID-19.
Updated: 1 week ago
Minnesota non-profit supports GHS
GRAFTON, WV- On Wednesday March 4th, a group of students accepted a donation of “period packs” from Only Hope, MN, a charitable organization based in Minnesota, on behalf of the Grafton High School nurse’s office.
Updated: 1 week ago
Studio C offering fun way to get kids moving
GRAFTON—The Novel Coronavirus 2019 has rapidly swept through the nation, and now the state of West Virginia, effecting everyone in its path including the youth of Taylor County. With the closing of all public schools and postponements of sporting events, one local dance teacher is doing her part to keep kids active, while providing them with sense of normalcy.
Updated: 1 week ago
Gov. Justice, WVU Hospitals announce plans for keeping Fairmont Regional Medical Center open; construction of new community hospital
CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice announced today that Fairmont Regional Medical Center will continue operating under the umbrella of WVU Hospitals and that a new, state-of-the-art, full-service 100-bed facility will be constructed during the next 18-24 months preserving hundreds of jobs in the region.
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Green Day Hike offers mental health break while social distancing
TYGART LAKE— Despite a chill in the air, and the threat of COVID-19 looming down on the Mountain State, nearly 50 individuals gathered at the Tygart Lake State Park Campgrounds on Saturday, March 14, to venture off on a newly developed trail for the park’s annual Green Day Hike.
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Area students take on regional Math Field Day competition
After performing well in the Taylor County Math Field Day competition, students from Taylor County Middle School, Anna Jarvis Elementary School and Flemington Elementary School took on students from surrounding counties during the Regional Math Field Day, held at University High School in Morgantown, on Saturday, March 7
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Grafton Subway closed for renovations
GRAFTON—The Grafton Subway will be getting a new face lift next week, and will be closed while renovations are being completed.
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Taylor County students learn citizenship in Charleston
TAYLOR COUNTY—Local Taylor County students returned from an exciting 3-day experience in Charleston with the YLA 8th Grade Youth & Government Seminars. Selected representatives from Taylor County Middle school were at the State Capitol, the Governor’s Mansion, executive offices, and even sat in on a night court session.
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Flu and cold supplies being sought
TAYLOR COUNTY—With all the hype surrounding the Coronavirus Disease 2019 or COVID-19, many people have forgot that the nation is still in the middle of cold and flu season. In fact, many residents are in need of supplies to help ease them through this time of year.
Updated: 2 weeks ago
Campus closed for active shooter drill
GRAFTON—Taylor County Schools in conjunction with Grafton City Police Department will be conducting an Active Shooter Drill at Anna Jarvis Elementary on Monday March 23, 2020 at 8:00 am.
Updated: 3 weeks ago
GHS singers represent school, city and county well
All State Choir students Emily Rock, Elias Rubenstein and Kassidy Simmons represent Grafton High School, the city and county at the WVMEA All State Conference that was held Saturday, March 7, 2020, in Charleston.
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Local church institutes program to help the needy in the community
GRAFTON— Many organizations in Grafton are constantly striving to better the community and assist those in need. Recently, one local church has created a unique and anonymous way for individuals to both give and receive a little help.
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Healthy Grandfamilies kicks off spring session
TAYLOR COUNTY—Families came together for the start of the spring session of the Healthy Grandfamilies program, earlier this month.
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Taylor County students recognized in WV Youth Art Month competition
GRAFTON—The month of March is Youth Art Month here in West Virginia and across the nation. Judges chose six pieces of student artwork to represent Taylor County in the statewide competition, with pieces from Anna Jarvis, Taylor County Middle School, and Grafton High School.
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Taylor County Relay for Life hosting various fundraisers
TAYLOR COUNTY—The American Cancer Society Relay for Life movement has become the nation’s largest fundraising event to save the lives of those living with cancer.
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Air Rifle team hits their mark in recent competition
TAYLOR COUNTY—Taylor County 4-Her’s made their mark on the West Virginia 4-H Air Rifle competition, as the team claimed a top spot and a member of the team reigned supreme over the contest.
Updated: 3 weeks ago
Arts Council adds new services
GRAFTON— The Taylor County Arts Council (TCAC) is on an ongoing mission to keep the arts alive and thriving in Grafton and Taylor County. In doing so, the group continues to add to and enhance their amenities to better serve the community.
Updated: 3 weeks ago
GCH to celebrate 75th Anniversary
GRAFTON—For many years, Grafton City Hospital has sat atop a large hill, overlooking the town and the residents that it serves, and in just a few short days, the hospital will be commemorating their 75th Anniversary with a special celebration.
Updated: 4 weeks ago
Kids get creative for upcoming art show
GRAFTON—Allowing children to expand their imagination and explore their creativity through art is a critical step in the development for a young mind.
Updated: 4 weeks ago
