Boone County

Less Than Three Weeks Left To Claim Aid For Flood Damages

The deadline to file a federal aid claim over personal property damaged in August 2023 flooding incidents is April 1. West Virginia residents of several counties can receive grants for damages not covered by insurance.

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FEMA Offers Guidance To Residents Seeking Flood Aid

The Federal Emergency Management Agency has provided guidance to residents seeking federal aid after floods ravaged several counties in southern and central West Virginia in August.

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W.Va. Experiencing Mental Illness At Rates Higher Than The National Average

West Virginians are experiencing mental illness at rates higher than the national average, and it's even worse in southern West Virginia.

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Settlement Money Could Help Substance Abuse Program At The Epicenter Of Opioid Crisis

Kim Holstein is the lead for the Quick Response Team — an organization with Boone County Health — that follows up with people who are struggling with addiction in the community. A cardiac arrest call was dispatched, but since Narcan was given, they will follow up within 48 hours to see if the individual will consider going to a substance use treatment center.

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