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Multi-generation business operation - Parry Van Meter, Ashley Van Meter, Hyson, Cathy Van Meter, Ed Van Meter, Harper, Garrett Van Meter, Secretary of State Kris Warner

Central Tie and Lumber Company officially received recognition as a member of the West Virginia Centurion Chamber of Commerce. The distinction honors businesses that have
been in continuous operation for 100 years or more, celebrating their resilience, community service, and commitment to the state’s economy.

At the last Grant County commission meeting, attorney Hunter Mullens of
Mullens & Mullens, PLLC, presented commissioners with a $39,482.18 check as
part of ongoing opioid litigation settlements. “This is the third year of the distributions,” Mullens said, noting that payments
will continue for another nine years, though future amounts are expected to be
smaller.

Terror on East Ave. was established in 2013 by owner Joni Mayle, who wanted to bring the  excitement of larger haunted
attractions to her hometown after experiencing them in North Carolina. What started as a small, free community haunt
grew each year with the help of friends and family until it outgrew its backyard roots. From that foundation, Haunted Dream
was created, expanding into a full-scale attraction with over 20 themed rooms, dozens of volunteer actors, and thousands of
guests each October.

The Grant County Board of Education held its regular meeting last Tuesday at the board office.
Conversations on school programs, updated facilities, and nutrition funding were highlighted.

Some residents have recently questioned why Grant County’s emergency responders bring the county-owned
utility terrain vehicle (UTV) onto the field during home football games. At last week’s County Commission meeting,
EMS Director Jeffery Teter and Assistant Fire Chief Hunter Whetzel explained the decision and addressed community
concerns.

A Maryland man is facing more than 70 felony charges after allegedly engaging in an
inappropriate and explicit relationship with a young girl starting when she was only 14 years old.

T h e  P e t e r s burg City Park will o n c e
again be t r a n sformed into a cozy Hallmark
scene as the Chamber of Commerce prepares to host its annual Hometown Christmas Celebration. Scheduled for
December 6 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., this event is a combined effort between community partners, including the City
of Petersburg, the Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB), and several local organizations such as the Lions Club.

The Petersburg City Council and Grant County Commission
are working to preserve Peters burg City Park as a safe, family-friendly space for the entire
community to enjoy. However, the ongoing issue of vandalism has become an urgent
concern, prompting officials to adopt a “no tolerance” policy as they continue to invest in upgrades to the park’s facilities.