Tygart Hotel Dynamite Incident
On the afternoon of June 29, contractors renovating the Tygart Hotel on Davis Avenue in Elkins discovered dynamite in the building and alerted authorities. Elkins Police Department and Elkins Fire Department investigated and ordered an evacuation of nearby buildings. Davis Avenue was closed between Second and Third.
The West Virginia State Police Explosives Response Team was dispatched to the scene and arrived just before 5 p.m. Following a situation briefing by city public safety officials, ERT officers entered the building. They safely recovered and disposed of the dynamite.
Investigators believe there is no ongoing threat to the public.
City Hall Closed Due to Sewage Backup
Elkins W. Va., September 3, 2024: City Hall remains closed to the public until further notice. All City Hall departments will be working remotely and are available by phone and email, although responses may be delayed. Utility shutoffs for the City of […]
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Elkins Mayor Jerry Marco Elected Secretary of the West Virginia Municipal League Board of Directors
Elkins W. Va., August 30, 2024: Elkins Mayor Jerry Marco was elected Secretary of the West Virginia Municipal League (WVML) Board of Directors at the league’s annual meeting this month in Huntington. Marco is the first Elkins mayor to serve as a […]
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City Council Adopts New Strategic Plan for 2024-2029
Elkins W. Va., August 20, 2024: The Elkins Common Council has officially adopted its 2024-2029 Strategic Plan, a comprehensive roadmap that sets the city’s priorities for the next five years. This plan is designed to enhance the quality of life for residents, […]
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Elkins Police Sergeant B.D. Tice Promoted to Lieutenant
Elkins W. Va., August 16, 2024: The City of Elkins is proud to announce that Sergeant Brandon Tice has been promoted to Lieutenant with the Elkins Police Department. The promotion took place at the recent city council meeting on Thursday, August 15. […]
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Elkins City Clerk Sutton Stokes Receives Clerk of the Year Award
Elkins W. Va., August 14, 2024: Sutton Stokes was named West Virginia Municipal Clerk of the Year 2024 at the West Virginia Municipal League Conference in Huntington last week. Over the years, Municipal Clerks have become the hub of government, the direct […]
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Paving Begins August 14
Elkins W. Va., August 28, 2024: All milling and paving has been completed at this time. Elkins W. Va., August 26, 2024: Paving continues today at Harrison Avenue and Worth Avenue in Elkins. Expect delays and proceed with caution. Milling and paving […]
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