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07/12/2026 · Wayne County
Mangione Faces Court Hearing as Legal Defense Takes Shape
Luigi Mangione appeared in court this week as his legal team prepared defense arguments in the case involving the death of a health insurance company executive. Legal analysts identified psychiatric defense as a potential strategy in the state-level prosecution.
U.S. and Iran Agree to Extend Ceasefire and Reopen Strait of Hormuz
The United States and Iran have reached a deal to extend their ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, according to reporting from multiple news organizations. The agreement halts ongoing military operations between the two countries and restores a critical shipping corridor.
07/12/2026
Fire breaks out at Kyiv monastery following overnight attack
A fire broke out at the Kyiv Perchersk Lavra monastery early Wednesday following an overnight barrage of missiles and drones targeting Ukraine's capital. The monastery, founded in 1051, is designated a UNESCO World Heritage site.
07/12/2026
Supreme Court Removes Evidence Standard for Green Card Reentry Denials
The Supreme Court sided with the federal government in a case involving Muk Choi Lau, a Chinese permanent resident charged with trademark counterfeiting. The decision eliminates a judicial requirement that immigration officers have strong evidence of criminal conduct before denying reentry to green card holders.
07/12/2026
Supreme Court Says Tax Sale Price Sets Compensation for Home Seizures
The Supreme Court ruled that when a county seizes and sells a home for unpaid taxes, the owner is entitled only to the surplus from that tax sale price—not the property's later market value. The court sent the case back to determine if the county's procedures were fair.
07/12/2026
Analysts Expect Price Increases to Persist Beyond Iran Conflict
Fighting in the region has disrupted supplies of fuel, fertilizer, food and other goods, prompting analysts to predict that elevated prices will outlast the current conflict.
07/12/2026
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Wetzel County Courthouse Hours of Operation: Monday- 9am-4:30pm Tuesday- 9am-4:30pm Wednesday- 9am-4:30pm Thursday- 9am-4:30pm Friday- 9am-4:30pm 4-H Camp Courthouse 911 Center New Martinsville Senior Center Hundred Senior Center Pine Grove Senior Center Paden City Senior Center War Memorial Building “County government as we know it today in West Virginia originated with the passage of the Judicial Amendment of 1880. The Amendment provided for a three-member, elective body; removed most of the county commissioner’s judicial function except limited ones as in settlement of accounts and appointment of guardians and committees; and retained the county court (now commission) with central authority in fiscal matters as its primary function. West Virginia’s counties do not possess inherent rights of self government. They are under the State’s complete control as its creation; and their authority to perform even local functions is spelled out in the Constitution or by legislative enactments. In addition to members of the county commission, the elective officials are sheriff, assessor, prosecuting attorney, surveyor, county clerk and circuit clerk.” —Richard Shelton 1913-2000 Founder of the West Virginia Association of Counties Directions Shiben Event Center Log In
Local Library Gears Up for New Community Programs
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Wetzel County Courthouse Hours of Operation: Monday- 9am-4:30pm Tuesday- 9am-4:30pm Wednesday- 9am-4:30pm Thursday- 9am-4:30pm Friday- 9am-4:30pm Wetzel County Courthouse and Commission offices will be closed on Monday, October 12, 2026 in observance of Columbus Day. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 Directions to Courthouse “County government as we know it today in West Virginia originated with the passage of the Judicial Amendment of 1880. The Amendment provided for a three-member, elective body; removed most of the county commissioner’s judicial function except limited ones as in settlement of accounts and appointment of guardians and committees; and retained the county court (now commission) with central authority in fiscal matters as its primary function. West Virginia’s counties do not possess inherent rights of self government. They are under the State’s complete control as its creation; and their authority to perform even local functions is spelled out in the Constitution or by legislative enactments. In addition to members of the county commission, the elective officials are sheriff, assessor, prosecuting attorney, surveyor, county clerk and circuit clerk.” —Richard Shelton 1913-2000 Founder of the West Virginia Association of Counties WHEN VISITING THE COURTHOUSE When visiting the courthouse, you will be required to enter through the main entrance on Main Street. If you require the use of handicap accessibility, there is a handicap accessible entrance on the south side of the building on Washington Street. In addition, there is handicap parking available on Washington Street near that entrance. Our courthouse is a secure facility. You will be screened by security officers upon entry. You will be required to go through a metal detector and remove all metallic objects from your pockets. Any packages or bags will be x-rayed. All firearms are strictly prohibited. We will do our best to make your visit friendly and convenient. County Holiday Schedule Log In
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