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Logan City Council considering how to align municipal elections with new state requirement
It's still a long road ahead before West Virginia municipalities are required to align their election schedules with state elections, but officials in Logan County are already debating how to comply. Logan City Council members (from left to right) Donna Willis, Mayor Serafino Nolletti, Jay Mullins and Ken Lee were part of discussions on Tuesday, March 24, of how the city should proceed with aligning its elections with the State of West Virginia's elections during their budget
Mar 31


Gary residents air concerns over distressed water utility at PSC public hearing in Welch
Concerns over water conditions in Gary have prompted action at both the county and state level, but estimated timeframes are leaving residents with more concerns than reassurances. The Public Service Commission of West Virginia has had an ongoing investigation since July 2025 into Gary Municipal Water Works over reports of longstanding issues with infrastructure reliability and water quality. WVOW News CITY OF GARY A public and evidentiary hearing was held Thursday in Welch
Mar 20


Chapmanville Town Council moves to align municipal elections with state elections
The Town of Chapmanville says its elected officials will give up 6 months of their terms in office when the town moves its municipal election this year. The Town of Chapmanville is working with Logan County to align its municipal elections with the General Election cycle starting November 2026. Robert Fields | WVOW News CHAPMANVILLE On Monday, Mayor Joel McNeely signed an agreement at the Logan County Commission’s regular meeting, saying that the county will work with the t
Mar 20


Logan City Council tables landlord licensing ordinance for second time
City Council members in Logan once again have tabled an ordinance that would require landlords to obtain a license to operate in city limits. Logan City Council members (left to right) Donna Willis, City Attorney Kendal Partlow, Mayor Serafino Nolletti, Donsil Jay Mullins, Basil Ken Lee and BJ Picklesimer Robert Fields | WVOW News CITY OF LOGAN Special Counsel Paul Ellis recommended tabling the issue again until proper conversations can take place between the city and the H
Mar 12


Recently retired State Trooper joins City of Logan police force
The City of Logan announced two hires to its emergency departments on Tuesday. Pictured above (left to right) are Deputy Chief of Police Bo Frye, Chief of Police J.B. Frye, City of Logan Attorney Kendall Partlow, and Logan Mayor Serafino Nolletti Robert Fields | WVOW News CITY OF LOGAN Following a second reading, city council members unanimously passed an ordinance creating the position of Deputy Chief of Police. The new role was filled Tuesday afternoon after city official
Mar 11


Town of Man honors local soldier killed in action while fighting in the Ukrainian Army
Shortly after 6:00 p.m., a long procession of first responders, law enforcement and military vehicles came down the hill leading from US 119 to the Town of Man, carrying with them the body of 33-year-old United States National Guard Staff Sgt. Tyrone Lamyaithong. Town of Man Mayor John Fekete stands, waiting for the procession carrying Sgt. Lamyaithong's body to crest over the hill into town. Robert Fields | WVOW News TOWN OF MAN After completing his service with the United
Mar 6


City of Logan receives $1.2 million from Congress for Marshall surgical residencies
City of Logan received $1.2 million in Congressional District Spending with support from U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito to support the White Coat Rural Surgery Residency Program in partnership with Marshall Health. Robert Fields | WVOW News CITY OF LOGAN The City of Logan announced that it has received over a million dollars to support a first-in-the-nation medical education program. City officials on Thursday revealed that Logan was approved for a $1.2 million congressi
Feb 20


Logan passes first reading of ordinances on renter licenses and municipal fees
The Logan City Council on Tuesday passed the first reading of ordinances that would require landowners to get a license to rent out properties and would facilitate the city's efforts to collect on delinquent municipal fees. Robert Fields | WVOW News LOGAN Discussions continued this week in the City of Logan as officials debate how to secure delinquent fire protection and garbage collection fees. The Logan City Council had its first reading of two ordinances Tuesday afternoo
Jan 14


Town of Man lays out plans for upcoming Christmas season following successful Halloween
Town of Man Mayor John Fekete (center) told council members on Monday that the town's Halloween festivities were a rousing success, and he hopes to carry that momentum into the Christmas season. Robert Fields | WVOW News MAN The Town of Man has announced plans for its upcoming Christmas season and is asking for the public's help. During Monday's Town Council meeting, Man Mayor John Fekete said the town will have its tree lighting ceremony and Christmas parade on Thursday, D
Nov 10, 2025


City of Logan projects delayed by government shutdown, planning continues regardless
The federal government shutdown has put a stop to the flow of federal funding for the City of Logan's ongoing economic development projects, but it hasn't slowed its planning processes. Robert Fields | WVOW News LOGAN, WV As the federal government shutdown continues, it has brought an effective halt to many of the major projects going on in the City of Logan. However, the lines of communication have stayed open as city officials work with partner groups to get those project
Oct 22, 2025


City of Logan credits Home Rule tax for consistent funding to police and fire pensions
City of Logan Mayor Serafino Nolletti (left) said employee pension funds were something many smaller municipalities struggled to keep up with before they were granted the authority to enact Home Rule statutes. Robert Fields | WVOW News LOGAN, WV Over the past seven years, the City of Logan has been playing a massive game of “catch up” when it comes to pensions for its first responders. This week, city officials are recognizing just how much those efforts have paid off so fa
Oct 20, 2025


City of Logan announces full month of free Halloween fun
The City of Logan decked out in Halloween decor during last year's celebrations. Shana Nelson | WVOW News LOGAN The City of Logan is...
Oct 3, 2025


USPS celebrates official reopening of Logan Post Office
Postmaster Krista Murray cut the ceremonial ribbon, marking the official reopening of Logan's Post Office, following a speech by acting...
Oct 2, 2025


Man Mayor looks to update outdated ordinances
The Town of Man is looking to update its outdated ordinances and municipal fees, as announced by Mayor John Fekete during a recent Town...
Jul 15, 2025


Fireworks on the FOURTH in Chapmanville, Logan and Man
Fourth of July firework displasy Friday evening in Chapmanville, Logan and Man. LOGAN COUNTY The skies are expected to light up across...
Jul 4, 2025


Town of Man looking for volunteers to form Guyandotte Waterfront Park board
Man Town Council accepting volunteers to form a park board to handle ongoing recreation park projects MAN The Town of Man is looking for...
May 15, 2025


Logan City Council approves study on possible new downtown hotel
This week the Logan City Council discussed possibilities of a future new hotel in downtown. Council members approved conducting a study...
May 15, 2025


Town of Man asking Logan County Commission to accept annexation of properties
Man Mayor John Fekete delivered a presentation Monday evening detailing the town's request for the annexation of nearby properties along...
Apr 15, 2025


City of Logan implements two -hour metered parking downtown on May 5th
Nearly a year after its signing, an ordinance goes into effect in May to enforce a 2-hour limit at certain marked parking meters in the...
Apr 10, 2025


Community leaders supporting fight against child abuse in Logan, Mingo County
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month and the West Virginia Child Advocacy Network (WVCAN) is running its third annual "High5Drive."...
Apr 10, 2025
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