During his press briefing on Monday, March 29, Gov. Justice announced that West Virginia hosted the world’s first COVID-19 vaccination clinic onsite at a Toyota[Read More…]
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Putnam Covid Cases Soar
In the 7-day period between March 22 and 29, there were 111 new cases of Covid-19 in Putnam County. Putnam’s new case number has steadily[Read More…]
County Commission Adopts Reduced Budget for 2021-22
At its March 25 meeting, the Putnam County Commission adopted the budget for the fiscal year beginning on July 1, 2021. The budget included General[Read More…]
Meet Some of Hurricane’s Oldest Families
In 1988, The Centennial History of Hurricane, WV was published to commemorate the town’s 100th anniversary. Since the Centennial History is now out of print,[Read More…]
Basic Bible: A Promise Received by Faith (Easter)
Romans 4:18-25, Luke 24:1-9 In verse 18, Paul states, “Who against hope believed in hope, that he might become the father of many nations.” God[Read More…]
Obituaries for Week of April 1, 2021
Thomas AbnathyThomas Elliott Abnathy, 78, of Poca, transitioned from this life into the next on Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at his residence. Thomas was married[Read More…]
Community Calendar for Week of April 1, 2021
If you want your event listed in the Community Calendar, write to the Hurricane Breeze at PO Box 310, Hurricane, West Virginia 25526, or phone[Read More…]
Fitness on Display at Battle Run Games at Camp Appalachia
By Betsy Allen Athletes from Putnam County and surrounding areas participated in grueling challenges at the Battle Run Fitness Games, held last Saturday, March 20.[Read More…]
Getting Ramps While the Getting’s Good
It’s that time again – time for ramps, the infamously smelly wild garlic that is a cultural favorite in the Appalachian region. Ramps have a[Read More…]
State Fire Marshal’s Office Seeks Information in Poca Mobile Home Arson
A fire this week in Putnam County has been ruled as an arson and burglary, and investigators with the W.Va. State Fire Marshal’s Office are[Read More…]