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08/28/2026 · Grafton
People Are Fixing Things Again, and It's Weirder Than You'd Think
Repair shops can't keep up with demand. Turns out humans prefer owning stuff that works to buying new stuff that doesn't. This is not a feel-good story about virtue—it's about economics and spite.
Mercury's Midweek Mischief: When the Cosmos Plays Telephone
The messenger planet is doing laps around your communication sector, and honey, your texts are about to get *weird*. Plus: one sign is cosmic public enemy number one today.
07/10/2026
Skip the State Capital—Head to the County Seat Instead
There's a tier of American town most road-trippers skip entirely: the county seat that's too big to be quaint, too small to be a destination. That's exactly why you should go there this weekend.
07/10/2026
The Farmer's Carry Will Fix Your Posture Better Than Thinking About Your Posture
Stop doing shoulder rolls. Pick up something heavy and walk. Here's why this brutally simple exercise is more effective than your entire ergonomic setup.
07/10/2026
How to Cut Hand-Sawn Dovetails Without Losing Your Mind (or Your Fingers)
Dovetails look impossible until you realize they're just two simple cuts repeated. Here's how to nail them on your first try—and what mistake will sabotage you before you even pick up the saw.
07/10/2026
Cast Iron's Ugly Secret: Why Your Pan Might Be Lying to You
That seasoning you've been building up for three years? It might be more rust than nonstick. Here's what actually works, and why I'm throwing away half my collection.
07/10/2026
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Wetzel County 4-H Camp Located at: 38 4-H Camp Rd, New Martinsville, WV 26155 Directions to 4-H Camp Wetzel 4-H Campgrounds Resources Campground Policies PDF Campground Brochure Mollohan Center Brochure Mollohan Policies PDF 4-H Camp and Mollohan Center Rental Fee Info To book your event at the Wetzel County 4-H Camp, please contact Lori Wykert at 304-266-1607 or email at [email protected] General 4-H Grounds Layout Welcome to our 4-H grounds! This layout is designed to help you locate important buildings, facilities, and points of interest. Use this map to plan your visit and easily navigate your way around. For more information such as booking, policies, etc., click the links below. 4-H Campground Layout WVU EXTENSION AGENT Mollie Toppe 128 Main St. New Martinsville, WV 26155 (304) 455-0934 Log In
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Wetzel County Clerk Employment Opportunity 2026 Polling Location Updates The key responsibilities of a County Commission include: Oversight of your county tax dollars, State law requires county commissioners to establish an annual budget and to set the annual levy rate for property taxes. Providing and maintaining a suitable courthouse at the county seat. County Commissioners are responsible for keeping the courthouse complex in good working order. Funding the offices of elected officials. State law required that County Commissioners fund the operation of the following elected officials: Prosecuting Attorney, County Clerk, County Circuit Clerk, Sheriff and County Assessor. Appointing members to various local boards, authorities, and public service districts. County Commissioners often find themselves serving on many of the bodies, in fulfilling their commitment to represent your interests. Supporting community services. These services vary depending on the county but they may include county health departments, fire and ambulance authorities, county libraries, E911 centers, solid waste management, airports and parks and recreation among others. Lobbying for more state funding of local programs. Many times the state requires counties to provide services but does not provide funding. County Commissioners work hard to bring more state dollars to the local level. Hearing concerns about individual property values so taxpayers can appeal their property tax value to the County Commission. The County Commission, sitting as the Board of Review and Equalization, can adjust the value after hearing from the taxpayer and the County Assessor. Supervising the election process and certifying election results. County Commissioners approve all poll workers, provide funding for elections and review election results to verify voting totals. Responding to your questions and concerns. County Commissioners are the "front line" of local government. They can help solve problems and give useful advice to local residents. 2026 County Holiday Schedule add text Log In
Wetzel County Assessor
Wetzel County Assessor How do I... map cards tax maps farm maps Estimate Real Estate Tax Property Tax Classification Taxation Valuation Property Value Changes Real Estate Assessments Exemptions Personal Property Assessments Business Personal Property Appealing Your Property Rights Gas Industry Assessment Procedures & Potential Annual Assessment & Application Deadline FAQ Scott Lemley Wetzel County Assessor 304-455-8216 [email protected] Beth Hayes Chief Deputy 304-455-8216 [email protected] Cathy Phillips Assistant Chief Deputy 304-455-8214 [email protected] Sandy Nelson Reappraisal Deputy 304-455-8216 [email protected] Wetzel County Assessor PO Box 7 New Martinsville, WV 26155 304-455-8216 Fax: 304-455-6823 County Assessor Scott Lemley [email protected] Due to COVID-19, Wetzel County Courthouse is subject to the following: • Number of people entering will be limited. • Masks and temperature screening required. • Social distancing regulations to be observed along with all directives from the Supreme Court. Courthouse Hours: Monday 9AM – 4:30PM Tuesday 9AM – 4:30PM Wednesday 9AM – 4:30PM Thursday 9AM – 6PM Friday 9AM – 4:30PM County Assessor duties: List all properties exempt from taxation, such as that owned by federal, state, county or local governments; property used for public or charitable purpose, property used for schools and hospitals and property used for worship. Collect county and local dog taxes Determine eligibility of property owners for the Homestead and Disability Exemptions Maintain tax maps and property records and make them available for public use Collect farm statistics annually and report to the Commissioner of Agriculture Collect farm-use decal permit fees Collect mobile home permit fees Annually complete a sales ratio analysis Present to the tax commissioner a list of real property transfers of the prior assessment year by December 1st annually Supply a list of new construction and improvements exceeding $1,000 of the previous assessment year to the tax commissioner by December 1st annually Supply a list to the tax commissioner by December 1st annually of new businesses and businesses that have discontinued operations during the previous assessment year Assist the tax commissioner by providing information with respect to the taxation, classification, and valuation of non-utility and public utility property so that all property shall be more equally and uniformly assessed throughout the state Annually assist the tax commissioner in determining the current use of such real property in his/her county as the tax commissioner may require to accomplish a uniform appraisal and assessment of real property Prepare cost studies and update land values on an annual basis
Public Notices
View allAttorney General McCuskey joins multi-state coalition raising concerns over Wi-Fi company’s ties to China
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West Virginia Joins 44-State, $2.3 Million Settlement with Labcorp Over Data Breach
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Attorney General McCuskey Joins 20-State Coalition Alerting National Security Council to Exploitation of FDA Approved Drugs by China Supply Chain
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