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Martin named Republican of the Year

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September 19, 2024

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Clark Martin accepts the 2024 Republican of the Year Award from Carolyn Jackson, chairwoman of the Randolph County Republican Executive Committee.

ELKINS — Clark Martin has been named the 2024 Randolph County Republican of the Year.

“Thank you very much for this honor. I appreciate it. I’ve always been glad to be a part of the Republican Party, and I try to help the cause,” Martin said in accepting the award during the 2024 Lincoln Day Dinner, held recently at the Elks Lodge.

Martin is a longtime Elkins radio personality, and is currently the chairman of the Randolph County Solid Waste Authority. He is also currently the secretary of the Randolph County Republican Executive Committee.

“Somebody else who is up there who kind of leaned me toward what party to belong to, and who is probably up there spending time with Ed Tyre and Tom Williams, is my father, Carroll Martin. He’s the one who kind of pushed me in this direction, and I’m glad he did,” Martin said.

Carolyn Jackson, the chairwoman of the Randolph County Republican Executive Committee, praised Martin when presenting him with the award.

“The person the committee has elected to receive this honor, he’s committed and steadfast in his faith,” Jackson said. “He believes in friends and family. He’s a dedicated man of God. He’s faithful to his church and its people. He has pledged to pray for the needs of people and he is a powerful prayer warrior. When he prays for you, you know you’ve been prayed for.

“Whatever he believes in, he puts his shoulder to the wheel and works for it. Whether these are the conservative causes of the county, state or country, or the Elkins High School Alumni Association. He’s a volunteer extraordinary. He can always be counted on to go above and beyond what is asked.”

Jackson also shared an anecdote about how Martin answered a weekend call to come and help her clean up water and damages after she discovered the Randolph County Republican Party headquarters’ roof had leaked.

“He sees relationships built among people and family as lasting. Whether it’s his friends from college days, or his sisters or cousins, he sees the rich value of relationships nurtured over time.

“The family farm on Left Cherry Fork in Montrose is another area of dedication and commitment. There are only a few family members living close to the farm, but he is dedicated to the upkeep of the farm. There are now seven generations of family living in Texas, Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas, for whom this farm will always mean home and family.”

Martin is the 31st recipient of the Randolph County Republican of the Year Award.

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West Virginia DoHS reports decrease in children waiting for Wraparound services

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December 23, 2025

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West Virginia DoHS reports decrease in children waiting for Wraparound services

WEST VIRGINIA (WCHS) — The West Virginia Department of Human Services said it saw a significant drop in the number of children waiting on Wraparound services in 2025, reflecting progress its made in strengthening support for children in the Mountain State.

The average weekly Wraparound waitlist declined from 137 children in January 2025 to 14 by November, representing nearly a 90% reduction, according to a news release from the DoHS. Wraparound refers to intensive and individualized support in all areas of their life that aims to prevent children from being placed in out-of-home care.

The agency said the steady downward trend is the result of targeted efforts to expand provider capacity, improve timely access and better align services with family needs statewide.

“Reducing wait times for Wraparound services means children and families receive the right support sooner, when it matters most,” Alex Mayer, Cabinet Secretary of the West Virginia DoHS, said in the news release. “Every child deserves the opportunity to heal, grow, and stay connected to family and community. This progress reflects deliberate efforts to strengthen the workforce, expand provider capacity, and remove barriers that delay care.”

The DoHS said it also expanded service capacity and strengthened coordination across the behavioral health system, including onboarding five new providers and expanding service areas with existing providers.

The Bureau for Behavioral Health further reduced waitlist pressure by providing Intro to Wraparound training to alternative service providers outside of the wraparound network, helping families connect with appropriate supports and further reducing waitlist pressure, the news release said.

To further address ongoing challenges, the DoHS said it is focusing on implementing Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics statewide, boosting provider recruitment and outreach, authorizing telehealth where capacity is limited and expanding the Safe at Home program in high-need counties.

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West Virginia Lottery results: See winning numbers for Powerball, Lotto America on Dec. 22, 2025

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December 23, 2025

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Are you looking to win big? The West Virginia Lottery offers a variety of games if you think it’s your lucky day.

Lottery players in West Virginia can choose from popular national games like the Powerball and Mega Millions, which are available in the vast majority of states. Other games include Lotto America, Daily 3, Daily 4 and Cash 25.

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Here’s a look at Monday, Dec. 22, 2025 results for each game:

Winning Powerball numbers from Dec. 22 drawing

03-18-36-41-54, Powerball: 07, Power Play: 2

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Winning Lotto America numbers from Dec. 22 drawing

01-09-18-19-44, Star Ball: 02, ASB: 05

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Winning Daily 3 numbers from Dec. 22 drawing

0-1-4

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Winning Daily 4 numbers from Dec. 22 drawing

2-9-0-4

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Winning Cash 25 numbers from Dec. 22 drawing

05-06-13-16-18-20

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When are the West Virginia Lottery drawings held?

Powerball: 11 p.m. ET on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Mega Millions: 10:59 p.m. ET Tuesday and Friday.
Lotto America: 10:15 p.m. ET on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Daily 3, 4: 6:59 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday.
Cash 25: 6:59 p.m. ET Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday.

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Where can you buy lottery tickets?

Tickets can be purchased in person at gas stations, convenience stores and grocery stores. Some airport terminals may also sell lottery tickets.

You can also order tickets online through Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network, in these U.S. states and territories: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Washington D.C., and West Virginia. The Jackpocket app allows you to pick your lottery game and numbers, place your order, see your ticket and collect your winnings all using your phone or home computer.

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West Virginia State Parks expands original bourbon sales

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December 22, 2025

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West Virginia State Parks expands original bourbon sales

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WBOY) — West Virginia State Parks is expanding its partnership with a popular distillery to sell its bourbon across the Mountain State.

The Lewisburg-based distillery Smooth Ambler has partnered with the state parks since 2023 to offer unique blends of its Old Scout Bourbon exclusively at restaurants and lounges located at Cacapon Resort, Canaan Valley Resort, Pipestem Resort, Blackwater Falls, Chief Logan, Hawks Nest, Stonewall Resort and Twin Falls Resort state parks.

On Monday, the state parks and Smooth Ambler have announced an expanded collection to be served at Audra, Blennerhassett Island, Cass Scenic Railroad, Coopers Rock, Babcock and Lost River state parks. The new line will also be available for purchase at select stores around West Virginia.

Andrew Robinson, Smooth Ambler’s blending and processing manager, is happy to see the partnership continue.

“We are pleased to honor our state parks with special labeling that showcases the natural beauty and spirit of West Virginia,” Robinson said. “We hope folks will enjoy our hand selected bourbon as much as they enjoy exploring the trails and nature in our state parks.”

The original line of drinks will still be available at their respective lodge restaurants.

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