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Historic Chancellor House in Parkersburg, WV, Listed for $695,000 After 148 Years in Same Family

Historic Chancellor House in Parkersburg, WV, Listed for $695,000 After 148 Years in Same Family

The Chancellor House, a historic Victorian mansion in Parkersburg, West Virginia, has been listed for sale at $695,000. This marks the first time the property has been on the market since its construction in 1878. Built by William Nelson Chancellor, a former Parkersburg mayor and self-made millionaire, the four-bedroom, 2.5-bath home has been continuously occupied by five generations of the same family. The current resident, Catherine Brown, a descendant of the Chancellor family, has lived in the house for 86 years. The 16-room mansion spans 5,827 square feet and features 64 windows and nine fireplaces. While retaining many original details such as elaborate plaster brackets, medallions, and pocket doors, the home has also undergone modern updates, including a renovated kitchen with updated appliances and recessed lighting, and at least one bathroom with contemporary fixtures like a walk-in shower. The property also includes a private walled garden and a functional coach house.
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Stephen Thomas, Charleston Native, Achieves National Music Chart Success Across Multiple Genres

Stephen Thomas, Charleston Native, Achieves National Music Chart Success Across Multiple Genres

Stephen Thomas, Charleston Native, Achieves National Music Chart Success Across Multiple Genres
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West Virginia Man Sets State Record by Catching Massive Blue Catfish with Family on Ohio River

West Virginia Man Sets State Record by Catching Massive Blue Catfish with Family on Ohio River

West Virginia Man Sets State Record by Catching Massive Blue Catfish with Family on Ohio River
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Former Morgantown Jewelry Store Owner Sentenced to Prison for Fraudulent Schemes

Former Morgantown Jewelry Store Owner Sentenced to Prison for Fraudulent Schemes

Lisa Morehead, the former owner of Masman Jewelers in Morgantown, West Virginia, has been sentenced to three to 30 years in prison for eight counts of felony fraudulent schemes. The sentencing took place in Monongalia County Circuit Judge Michael Simms’ courtroom. Judge Simms imposed three consecutive 1-10 year sentences, with the remaining five sentences to be served concurrently. In addition to the prison term, Morehead has been ordered to pay over $200,000 in restitution to her victims. Morehead was initially indicted on more than 20 counts of fraudulent schemes before ultimately accepting a plea agreement for the eight felony charges. One specific investigation detailed a victim consigning a Rolex watch valued at $13,000 to Masman Jewelers. Morehead paid the victim $2,000 of the $11,700 owed, failing to pay the remaining $9,700. Police indicated that this victim was among more than 20 individuals who either entrusted money or property to Masman Jewelers and never received their due before the store clo...
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Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center to Host Free Dolly Parton Celebration with Movie Screening and Musical Tribute

Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center to Host Free Dolly Parton Celebration with Movie Screening and Musical Tribute

Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center to Host Free Dolly Parton Celebration with Movie Screening and Musical Tribute
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Severe Weather Strikes U.S. and Pacific Territories in Summer 2026

Severe Weather Strikes U.S. and Pacific Territories in Summer 2026

The summer of 2026 has seen a series of severe weather events across the United States and its Pacific territories. In northeastern Wisconsin, a powerful tornado struck the Fox Valley area on July 27, causing significant damage to over 2,300 properties and leaving 30,000 residents without power. Meanwhile, the Northern Mariana Islands were devastated by Super Typhoon Sinlaku in April, with winds reaching 150 mph, resulting in 17 fatalities and prolonged power outages. In Spokane, Washington, wildfires destroyed 719 homes and displaced thousands, while West Virginia faced widespread flooding in mid-August, prompting a statewide emergency declaration. Catholic Charities has been actively involved in disaster response, providing housing, financial aid, and other support to affected communities.
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Kanawha Valley Sports Practices Altered Due to Unseasonably Hot Temperatures

Kanawha Valley Sports Practices Altered Due to Unseasonably Hot Temperatures

Kanawha Valley Sports Practices Altered Due to Unseasonably Hot Temperatures
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President Trump Criticizes Anti-Data Center Movement as Opposition Grows in West Virginia

President Trump Criticizes Anti-Data Center Movement as Opposition Grows in West Virginia

President Trump recently took to social media to strongly criticize the growing national movement against data centers, warning that communities rejecting them risk economic stagnation. In a post on Truth Social, President Trump argued that embracing data centers leads to prosperity, lower taxes, and job creation, while opposition could result in communities becoming 'backwards and poor.' He also suggested that foreign competitors, such as China, would welcome domestic resistance to data center development. This statement comes amidst increasing opposition in West Virginia, where residents and state agencies are pushing back against the extensive utility infrastructure required to power large-scale data centers, particularly those serving out-of-state interests. Concerns include local utility customers potentially subsidizing massive power lines and environmental impacts from associated power plants.
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West Virginia Humanities Council Awards 27 Minigrants for Cultural and Educational Projects

West Virginia Humanities Council Awards 27 Minigrants for Cultural and Educational Projects

The West Virginia Humanities Council, an affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), has awarded 27 minigrants to various nonprofit organizations across West Virginia. These grants, each requesting $2,000 or less, are designed to support a diverse range of projects focusing on history, education, preservation, arts, and culture. The initiatives include digitizing historical records, organizing exhibitions, hosting lectures and workshops, and facilitating community discussions. For instance, projects like the 'Rooted in Place: African American History in Morgantown and Monongalia County Exhibition' by the City of Morgantown Department of Arts & Cultural Development, and the 'American Guerrillas of Mindanao Gone but Not Forgotten' digitization project by the Brooke County Library Foundation, are among the recipients. The West Virginia Humanities Council aims to foster public humanities initiatives throughout the state by providing financial support and programming.
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USDA Lifts SNAP Restrictions in Four Flood-Damaged West Virginia Counties

USDA Lifts SNAP Restrictions in Four Flood-Damaged West Virginia Counties

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has approved a temporary waiver lifting SNAP restrictions in four West Virginia counties: Lewis, Pleasants, Ritchie, and Upshur. This decision allows SNAP recipients in these areas to purchase hot and prepared foods using their benefits. The waiver was granted in response to severe storms and flooding that occurred on July 21 and 22, which caused widespread power outages, home damage, and made it difficult for affected households to prepare and safely store food. Normally, SNAP benefits cannot be used for hot or prepared items. The waiver is effective through September 26, though some retailers may require up to 48 hours to update their point-of-sale systems to accommodate these purchases. The state Department of Human Services (DoHS) may seek an extension if conditions necessitate further relief.
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Congressman Riley M. Moore Cosponsors Legislation to Protect Ratepayers from Data Center Costs

Congressman Riley M. Moore Cosponsors Legislation to Protect Ratepayers from Data Center Costs

Congressman Riley M. Moore has announced his cosponsorship of the Ratepayer Protection Act, legislation introduced by Congressman Gabe Evans. This bill aims to ensure that data centers, rather than American families and small businesses, bear the full costs associated with the electricity infrastructure upgrades required to meet their substantial energy demands. The legislation proposes an amendment to the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 (PURPA), mandating state public utility commissions to consider standards that require large data centers to pay for the incremental generation, transmission, and distribution upgrades necessary for their operations. Congressman Moore emphasized that West Virginia families and American taxpayers should not subsidize the infrastructure costs of these massive facilities, advocating for the costs to be borne by the companies themselves.
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Congressman Riley M. Moore Secures $1 Million for Pennsboro and Ritchie County Water Project

Congressman Riley M. Moore Secures $1 Million for Pennsboro and Ritchie County Water Project

Congressman Riley M. Moore has presented a check for $1 million to support the Bonds Creek Water Project in Pennsboro and Ritchie County. These funds, secured through his work on the House Committee on Appropriations, are designated to address critical water quality and supply issues in the region. The project aims to remove toxins, including arsenic, from the water supply and strengthen the overall water infrastructure, ensuring reliable water service for residents. Congressman Moore emphasized that no one in the 21st century America should contend with arsenic in their water and expressed his commitment to bringing federal resources to West Virginia to deliver clean water to communities. This investment is intended to improve overall water quality and supply, providing a more reliable system for the affected residents.