Fayette County Commission - WV

10/16/2026

Were you affected by the recent disaster in your area? You may qualify for FEMA disaster assistance. Register today!

There are 3 ways to apply:

📞 CALL: 800-621-3362
Video Relay Service (VRS) available.

💻 REGISTER ONLINE: https://DisasterAssistance.gov

📱 FEMA APP: Download the FEMA app for Android or iOS at https://fema.gov/app to get answers to your questions and apply.

Please have the following information available when you register:

• Your address and ZIP code
• The condition of your damaged home
• Insurance information, if available
• Your Social Security number
• A phone number where you can be contacted
• An address where you can receive mail or an email address

Stay in touch with FEMA! When you apply, you will receive a FEMA registration number. Save it! You will need this number whenever you contact FEMA.

Learn more about disaster assistance for Disaster 4953 at https://fema.gov/disaster/4953

10/16/2026

🏠 Renters: You May Qualify for FEMA Disaster Assistance!

If you rent your home in Fayette, Harrison or Kanawha County and can no longer live there because of damage from the August 14–18 severe storms and flooding, FEMA may be able to help.

Assistance may include:

🏡 Temporary housing: Financial assistance to help you find another place to live if your rental home is uninhabitable.

🛋️ Personal property: Help repairing or replacing damaged or destroyed belongings, such as furniture, appliances, clothing, textbooks and school supplies.

🛠️ Other essential expenses: Assistance may also be available for job-related equipment, primary vehicles, and eligible uninsured or out-of-pocket medical, dental, childcare, moving and storage expenses.

There are 4 ways to apply:

📞 Call: 1-800-621-3362 for assistance in multiple languages.

💻 Apply online: https://DisasterAssistance.gov

📍 Visit a Disaster Recovery Center: Find locations and schedules at https://fema.gov/drc

📱 Use the FEMA app: Download for Android or iOS at https://fema.gov/app

📅 Apply by December 7, 2026.

Don't wait to see if you qualify! If you rent your home and were affected by the August 14–18 storms and flooding, help may be available.

Learn more about disaster assistance for Disaster 4953 at https://fema.gov/disaster/4953

10/16/2026

https://www.lootpress.com/nearly-23000-in-unclaimed-property-funds-returned-to-fayette-county-organizations/

FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – West Virginia State Treasurer Larry Pack visited Fayette County on Wednesday, October 14, to return nearly $23,000 in

10/16/2026

🐾❤️ SPECIAL HALF-OFF ADOPTION EVENT! ❤️🐾

FOUR BOYS. FOUR HEARTS. FOUR CHANCES AT A FOREVER HOME. 🏡💕

Meet Popeye, Robbie, Cheese, and Riser! 🐶❤️

These four handsome boys have been patiently waiting for something so many dogs take for granted… a family to call their own.

They aren't asking for much. Just a warm bed instead of a cold kennel, a soft place to lay their heads, a loving hand to comfort them, and someone who will never give up on them. 💔

Each of these boys has a past that hasn't always been kind. They've known fear, uncertainty, and heartbreak. But despite everything they've been through, they have learned to love and trust people again. ❤️

All four boys need to be the ONLY PET in their forever homes, as they aren't comfortable sharing their space with other dogs or cats.

But you know what? THAT'S OKAY! ❤️

Not every dog needs a furry brother or sister. Some just need ONE person, ONE family, and ONE chance to finally feel safe and loved. These boys have so much love to give, and they deserve to be someone's whole world. 🥹

🐾 FOR ONE DAY ONLY — OCTOBER 17TH! 🐾

🎉 HALF-OFF ADOPTION FEES FOR POPEYE, ROBBIE, CHEESE & RISER! 🎉

In celebration of Bridge Day, we're hoping these four boys can cross a bridge of their own… from shelter life to a forever home. 🌈🏡

Please don't overlook them because they need to be your only pet. Look at how far they've come, how hard they've tried, and how much love they still have left to give.

They've spent enough nights waiting. Let's make October 17th the day their lives change forever. ❤️

📍 Fayette County Animal Shelter
513 Shelter Road, Fayetteville, WV

🌐 www.fayettecountyanimalshelterwv.com

🙏 PLEASE SHARE! Even if you can't adopt, your share could reach the one person these boys have been waiting their whole lives to meet.

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🐾❤️

10/15/2026

🚨 Tire Collection Update 🚨

The tire collection scheduled for Wednesday, October 21, 2026, has been postponed to Wednesday, October 28, due to the cleanup in Smithers.

We kindly ask everyone to please refrain from leaving tires on non-collection days so we can continue offering these collection events in the future.

If you have an immediate need to dispose of tires outside of collection days, please feel free to contact Litter Control Officer Dan Helton at 304-992-9991.

🗓 Regular Tire Collection Schedule:

• 3rd Wednesday of each month
• 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
• Kevin’s Auto Sales, 35 Elizabeth James Rd, Scarbro, WV 25917

Thank you all for your understanding and cooperation!

10/15/2026

Renters, help is available for you, too.

If you rent in Fayette, Harrison, or Kanawha County and can’t stay in your home because of damage from the August 14-18 storms and flooding, may be able to help pay for a temporary place to live.

You may also qualify for grants to repair or replace:

→ Furniture and appliances, including washers and dryers

→ Clothing, textbooks, and school supplies

→ Tools and job equipment if you’re self-employed

→ Your primary vehicle

→ Uninsured or out-of-pocket medical, dental, childcare, moving, and storage costs

Ways to apply:

• Call 1-800-621-3362 (help available in multiple languages)

• Apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov

• Visit a Disaster Recovery Center. Find locations and hours at fema.gov/drc

Download the FEMA app at fema.gov/app

The deadline to apply is December 7, 2026.

10/15/2026

Were you affected by the August storms and flooding? You may qualify for . Register today.

There are 4 ways to apply:

IN PERSON: Get one-on-one help at a Disaster Recovery Center. Find locations at fema.gov/drc

CALL: 800-621-3362 to get answers and apply (Video Relay Service available)

ONLINE: DisasterAssistance.gov

FEMA APP: Download it for Android or iOS at fema.gov/app

When you apply, you’ll get a FEMA registration number. Save it, because you’ll need it every time you contact FEMA.

Learn more at fema.gov/disaster/4953

Disaster assistance is available regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, s*x, age, disability, English proficiency, or economic status.

10/08/2026

🗣 DISASTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE 🗣
If you, or someone you know, was impacted by severe weather August 14th-18th and reside in Fayette, Kanawha, or Harrison counties, you may be eligible for financial disaster assistance through the FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency. Our request for assistance has now been approved as a major disaster declaration including Individual Assistance (IA). IA unlocks critical financial relief opportunties for individuals and families impacted by natural disasters. Financial assistance can include, but is not limited to, temporary housing assistance, home repairs, or other uninsured or underinsured assets.

To apply, visit DisasterAssistance.gov, download the FEMA mobile app, or call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362. Disaster Recovery Centers are being established and more information to come regarding locations and hours for in-person application assistance.

This disaster number is DR-4953 for reference. For more information, reach out directly to WVEMD or your local emergency management agency.

Fayette County Office of Emergency Management
Harrison County WV
Kanawha County Emergency Management & Floodplain Management
Kanawha County
City of Charleston, WV

10/08/2026

The Fayette County Courthouse will be closed on Monday, October 12, in recognition of Columbus Day.

10/08/2026

📌 Fayette County Commission Meeting – Wednesday, October 14, 2026
🕘 Regular Session: 9:00 a.m.
📍 Location: County Commission Chambers, 1st Floor of the Fayette County Courthouse
💻 Join via Zoom: zoom.us/join
📲 Call In: (646) 558-8656 | Meeting ID: 304-574-1200
📄 See full agenda below 👇