Webster County

Four Counties To Receive $12 Million To Improve Water, Wastewater

Recent federal legislation has brought billions of dollars to communities nationwide to address their water and wastewater needs.

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July 2, 1934: Woodchopping Star Arden Cogar Sr. Born in Webster Co.

One of West Virginia’s most successful athletes hailed from the unusual sport of woodchopping. Arden Cogar Sr. was born in Webster County on July 2, 1934.…

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June 25, 1980: Two Women Murdered Traveling to Rainbow Gathering

On June 25, 1980, Nancy Santomero and Vicki Durian, who were apparently hitchhiking to the Rainbow Family reunion in Webster County, were murdered on…

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April 30, 1938: 'Uncle Jack' McElwain Dies In Wainville

Musician Lewis Johnson “Uncle Jack” McElwain died at Wainville in Webster County on April 30, 1938, at age 82. During his lifetime—all of which was spent…

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