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Grant Memorial Hospital has expanded the services they are able to offer locally with the offi cial opening of their new Cardiology Clinic in Petersburg. Overall, cardiology clinics offer treatment, diagnostic, and support for diseases of the heart and blood vessels, often times including coronary artery disease, heart failure, and arrhythmias.

During the opening ceremony on March 30, chief executive offi cer (CEO) John Sylvia said that by now offering this treatment in Petersburg, it will greatly reduce the amount of distance local residents will have to drive to receive high quality treatment for medical issues surround cardiology care.

Not only did GMH cut the ribbon last week, but they also welcomed their very fi rst cardiology patients that same day. This marks the beginning of enhanced, local heart care for our rural community.

“We are not a big hospital,” Sylvia said “We can’t do everything. But what we can do, we should bring locally.” Sylvia said that this vision is at the heart of everything GMH does —making quality healthcare more accessible, right in its own rural community.

GMH announced that the cardiology services will continue to grow, with plans to expand testing, equipment, and cardiac rehabilitation—building a stronger future for heart care in the region.

The ongoing hike and bike trail project in Petersburg is expected to take its next step forward this month. Robert McCalley and Sarah Moomau told the commission during their fi nal meeting in March that paving for the Petersburg Hike and Bike trail is scheduled to start in April and end in April. The project will add about two miles of trail from the Petersburg bridge toward the wastewater treatment plant, with additional access to the airport road. Also during the meeting, the commission heard an update from Grant County Ambulance director Jeffrey Teter.

A Hardy County man has been sentenced to up to 10 years for multiple violations of failing to properly update his information as a registered sex offender. John Arthur Brady Jr., 42, has a series of past convictions involving sexual crimes, including a 2010 conviction of sexual assault in the third degree, a 2013 conviction of soliciting a minor via computer and a 2023 conviction of assault in the second degree.

A Pendleton County man accused of cutting off his electronic monitoring device and fleeing supervision is among 10 individuals indicted by the grand jury during the March 3, 2026, term of Circuit Court, in a docket that spans violent offenses, drug crimes, and repeat felony charges.

Denver Franklin Bennett, of Upper Tract, faces five charges—including escape by a person in custody, burglary, and two counts of grand larceny.

Grant Memorial Hospital has named Felicity Ours as its interim chief executive offi cer (CEO), following the previously communicated decision
by president and CEO John Sylvia to step down from his position to spend more time with his family.

Grant County officially joined the Almost Heaven Swings initiative after one of the iconic landmarks was installed in Petersburg.

“It is truly a blessing to showcase our beautiful area in a new way,” said Grant County Commissioner Tyson Riggleman.

“With so many natural attractions already drawing visitors, this adds another unique experience that encourages even
more people to explore and enjoy everything Grant County has to offer. “

The Petersburg swing is located at the water access point near the city bridge. “We are thrilled to be the next location for a West Virginia Almost Heaven swing. It’s great timing to be included in the new statewide “Swingo” scavenger hunt where you download a Bingo card for the swings,” said Carla Kaposy, Executive Director Grant County Convention and Visitors Bureau. “This fun attraction adds another great reason to visit Grant County.” Grant County is one of 60 swing locations throughout the state of West Virginia. For a full list of locations and more information on the swings, visit www.wvtourism.com. 

A Grant County man has pleaded guilty in a case connected to incidents that took place nearly 20 years ago, according to documents from Grant County Circuit Court.

On March 16, Timothy Elliot Wheeler entered Alford pleas to three counts of second-degree sexual assault during a hearing before Circuit Judge F. Cody Pancake III.

Earlier this month, the Grant County Grand Jury returned indictments on the following cases:

Blake Michael Juker was indicted on one count of grand larceny, one count of escape from custody, one count of fl eeing from an offi cer, two counts of battery on a law enforcementoffi cer, one count of obstructing law enforcement, parole or probation offi cer, one count of destruction of property and one count of being a prohibited person in possession of a fi rearm. According to the indictment, Juker removed the electronic monitoring device he was wearing while on house arrest and escaped from custody.