Webster Echo - HD Media

10/03/2025

Gov. Morrisey has announced his appointment of Gregory Watt to the vacated seat in the 48th District of the West Virginia House of Delegates.

CHARLESTON -- Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced on Friday the appointment of Gregory A. Watt of Hacker Valley to represent the 48th District in the West Virginia House of Delegates. Watt is filling the seat vacated by former Del. Tom Clark, who stepped down because he is moving to Putnam County to nea...

09/08/2025

Eligible Republicans interested in filling Clark's seat have until Sept. 11 to submit their names for consideration

CHARLESTON -- The West Virginia Republican Executive Committee announced Monday it is seeking applicants to fill a vacancy in House District 48 following the resignation of Delegate Tom Clark.

08/14/2025

08/12/2025

🎉 Want to cheer on our athletes, support your local paper 📰, and get your business noticed?
We have spots available now in our Fall Sports Special Tab, featuring 🏈 football, ⛳ golf, ⚽ soccer, 🏃‍♂️ cross country, 🎺 band, and 📣 cheerleading. Individual player sponsorships are also available, and the insert will include full team schedules to keep with you for the entire season.
It’s a great way to show your community spirit while getting valuable exposure for your business. The deadline to reserve your spot is August 15, 2025, and the tab will publish on August 27, 2025. To learn more or place your ad, call or text Rachel Isabell at 304-644-3384.

07/12/2025

District 8 champs head to Herd runner-up bracket in state tourney

HEDGESVILLE, W.Va. -- The District Eight 8-10 Little League Softball Champions lost the first game in the state tournament Herd bracket at the Anderson Field at the Hedgesville’s Little League Softball complex in opening play on Saturday, July 12.

06/18/2025

The Webster County Courthouse will be closed Friday

CHARLESTON -- Confusion has rippled across the state this week as counties try to figure out how to handle Juneteenth, a federal holiday that is no longer being treated as a paid state holiday under the current governor.

06/13/2025

Services announced for late HD Media President Doug Skaff Jr.

Viewing and funeral service details have been announced for Doug Skaff Jr., who died in a vehicle crash on June 10, 2025. Skaff, 48, was a businessman in Charleston, West Virginia and the president of HD Media, which publishes the Charleston Gazette-Mail.

06/01/2025

Highlanders Baseball team makes history!

BECKLEY, W.Va. -- The Webster County High School baseball team made county history as they defeated the Greater Beckley Christian Crusaders 15-4 in the third game of the Class A Region III series Saturday, May 31. The team earned its place in the final four at the WVSSAC State Tournament in Charlest...

05/31/2025

Highlanders heading to Game 3 in Region 3 series

BECKLEY, W.Va. -- The Webster County Highlanders baseball team is just one win away from going to the State Tournament in Charleston.

04/12/2025

WCHS theater students dazzle with 'Moana Jr.'

UPPERGLADE -- "Moana Jr." had its opening night on Thursday, April 10, much to the pleasure of the Webster County community. The junior musical is a feast for the senses, with beautiful, Polynesian-inspired music, engaging lighting and the compelling performances of WCHS students. Junior Elise Moll....

03/28/2025

COWEN— Volunteers working on the new Cowen bike trail met again on March 19 at the Cowen Library to discuss progress, clarify trail markings, and address ongoing challenges. Sam Chaber, with Endless Trail Builders and also employed by the Beckley Fire Department, attended the meeting. Chaber, who ...

03/24/2025

With spring having just arrived on our calendars on March 20, many turkey hunters are simply in a holding pattern.