West Virginia Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

10/23/2026

Phone calls can be challenging for people who stutter, but communication should never be a barrier. West Virginia Relay Speech-to-Speech (STS) service provides specially trained Relay Operators who help facilitate conversations, allowing individuals with speech differences to communicate with greater confidence and be understood more easily over the phone.

This International Stuttering Awareness Day, let's raise awareness and support accessible communication for all. 💙

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ID: [A hand holding a cellphone. On the screen is the West Virginia Relay logo and text reading, "Communication should never be a barrier." STS can make communicating by phone more accessible for people with speech differences such as stuttering or aphasia. WestVirginiaRelay.com."]

10/23/2026

10/22/2026

🗣️ 📍 FAYETTE COUNTY 📍 🗣️
Starting tomorrow, October 20th through Friday a Disaster Recovery "Pop-Up" site will be open at Armstrong Volunteer Fire Department. See details below ⬇️ ⬇️ ⬇️

10/22/2026

It's National School Bus Safety Week! 🚌

Every school day, our buses carry some of our most precious passengers. At WVSDB, student safety is always a top priority, and we are grateful for the dedicated bus drivers and transportation staff who help our students travel safely.

As we recognize School Bus Safety Week, let's all do our part to keep students safe!
🛑 Stop for Safety: Obey flashing red lights and extended stop arms as required by law.
🚦 Slow Down: Reduce your speed in school zones and near bus stops.
👀 Stay Alert: Watch carefully for students entering, exiting, or crossing near school buses.
📵 Avoid Distractions: Keep your attention on the road and your phone out of reach.

Behind every school bus window is a future worth protecting. 💛

10/21/2026

10/20/2026

📍KANAWHA COUNTY 📍
Your Disaster Recovery Center will be open tomorrow (Tuesday) at 7:30 a.m. AT GoMart Ballpark! See the details here ⬇️⬇️⬇️

For more information or to apply online visit DisasterAssistance.gov!

10/20/2026

Help Is Available for Those Affected by the August Storms

If you or someone you know experienced damage or losses during the August severe storms and flooding, FEMA disaster assistance may be available.

There are four ways to apply:

📍 In Person: Visit a FEMA Disaster Recovery Center. Find locations at fema.gov/drc.

📞 By Phone: Call 1-800-621-3362.

💻 Online: Visit DisasterAssistance.gov.

📱 FEMA App: Download the FEMA app for Android or iOS.

When applying, have your address, contact information, insurance details (if available), and information about the damage ready.

📅 Deadline to Apply: December 7, 2026

For additional information, visit:
fema.gov/disaster/4953

Please help us spread the word so affected West Virginians know what resources are available.

10/20/2026

Stay cozy, West Virginia! Chilly nights and perfect fall days are among us (FINALLY!) Don't forget to take extra time in the mornings to defrost to make it to work and school on time! 🥶 🥶 🥶

10/19/2026