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WILLIS CHAPMAN, 87, of Fraziers Bottom, W.Va., went home to be with his Lord on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, at his residence. Funeral services were Saturday, June 27, 2009, at God's House of Prayer, Milton. Burial will follow in Staten Chapel Cemetery, Milton. Willis was born March 9, 1922, in Putnam County, West Virginia, a son of the late William and Clara Davis Chapman. He is also preceded in death by one son, James Willis Chapman. He was a Deacon at God's House of Prayer. He served in the United States Army during World War II. He is survived by his wife, Evaline Conrad Chapman; three sons and daughters-in-law, Jack and Debbie Chapman, Gene and Lynn Chapman and Danny and Doris Chapman; one brother, Dallas Chapman; three grandchildren, Tommy Chapman, Jessica Skaggs and Lacy Chapman; four great-grandchildren, Zach Skaggs, Madison Skaggs, Kinsley Treadway and Kaden Treadway. Wallace Funeral Home, Milton is assisting the family with arrangements.
NITRO -- Two people were cited over the weekend and charged with selling alcohol to minors.
References to television pitchman Bill Mays’ trademark image were everywhere at his funeral Friday near Pittsburgh.
Summer Destinations
Check out what's new at popular vacation spots, such as Myrtle Beach and the Smoky Mountains, and start planning your summer vacation.
Camden Park memories
Check out photo galleries, videos and memories of Camden Park, West Virginia's only amusement park. The park celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2003.
Graduation 2009
Check here for prom photos, local graduation dates and lists of our graduates in the Tri-State's Class of 2009.
Youth Soccer
The 2009 U.S. Youth Soccer Region I Championships is coming to Barboursville July 2 through July 7 and is expected to bring more than 14,000 visitors. Check here for updates.
Yard Sale Finder
Looking for a local yard sale in the next seven days? Check out this map to show you where the deals are, based on Herald-Dispatch classifieds. The map is updated daily.
Downtown Walking Tour
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Bride Guide 2009
Need advice on planning your upcoming nuptials? Check out the Bride Guide, which includes a rich list of possible wedding reception sites, sorted by seating limits.
Tri-State Visitors' Guide
Check out great shopping, dining, lodging and other entertainment opportunities in West Virginia, Ohio and Kentucky.
Purchase a photo reprint
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Tri-State's Most Wanted
The Herald-Dispatch's “Tri-State’s Most Wanted” list has featured several fugitives since June 2006, many of whom have been captured.
Tri-State Photo Gift Gallery
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Birthdays and Babies
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More Putnam News
Golf, track are where Putnam wins championships
HUNTINGTON -- With the end of June upon us, the 2008-09 school year is officially coming to a close. This week, the top prep sports moments from the year will be highlighted by area.
Hurricane student elected governor of Boys State
HURRICANE -- When Cody Steffick of Hurricane joined 318 other senior high boys from across the state at American Legion Mountaineer Boys State June 13-20, at Jackson's Mill, he knew very little about the annual camp.
WINFIELD -- A Putnam County Board of Education plan to place a modular classroom building at George Washington Elementary in Eleanor is causing some concern for town residents.
This upcoming weekend, July 4, 2009, the United States will celebrate its birthday and commemorate its independence. Our nation's annual "Fourth of July" celebration, which includes fireworks, flag waving and parades, appears to have influenced some of our interim committee agendas.
Church welcomes new children's pastor
SCOTT DEPOT -- Pastor Wendy Watts of Morgantown, W.Va., will begin serving as the children's pastor at the Teays Valley Church of God in Scott Depot next week.
Good morning! Pour yourself a cup of coffee, sit down for a second, and take a breather.
Tri-State offers plenty of fireworks for the Fourth
Tri-State offers plenty of fireworks for the Fourth
HURRICANE -- The Hurricane Civic Chorus will join in the Independence Day activities by singing patriotic songs at the Hurricane Gazebo at 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 4, a half-hour prior to the start of the parade.
HUNTINGTON -- From his family background to competing against elite talent, Rashad Jackson insists he's been chiseled into a complete football player.
What is so important about July 4
July 4 has been celebrated in a variety of ways in Putnam County towns. That includes picnics, festive activities, parades, marching bands, speeches, games and often the county courthouse has been the focal point for many celebrations on this historic day.
Quilts and Wall Hangings 2009 exhibition now on display
CHARLESTON -- The West Virginia Division of Culture and History's annual exhibition, Quilts and Wall Hangings 2009, is on display in the Great Hall of the Culture Center, State Capitol Complex in Charleston.
John E. Amos power plant to be inspected
WASHINGTON -- The John E. Amos power plant is among 44 coal ash waste sites nationwide that will be inspected by the Environmental Protection Agency to make sure they are structurally sound.
Broadmore Assisted Living is Chamber Business of the Month
Broadmore Assisted Living at Teays Valley first opened its doors in December of 1999 and since that time has been an active member of the Putnam County Chamber of Commerce and the community.
HURRICANE -- First Baptist Church of Hurricane invites youth to attend its "Studio Go! Game Show" vacation Bible school from 6 to 8:30 p.m. daily, July 12-16.
GOT FIREWORKS? If you still need fireworks for your Independence Day celebration, why not go to Calvary Baptist Church's tent outside the Hurricane Wal-Mart. The church will receive 20 percent of profits earned and use the proceeds to help build a gymnasium for Calvary Baptist Academy.
Buffalo, WV author to release second novel
BUFFALO — Putnam County writer Chad Arthur loves the written word, his family, his home, and his community. He has lived more than three decades in the area near his grandparents' farm at Midway, and has attended the Buffalo Church of God for much of his 33 years.
BARBOURSVILLE -- Volunteers are still needed as 5,000 players and an estimated 16,000 parents, coaches and refs swarm the Tri-State for the 2009 U.S. Youth Soccer Region I Championships in July.
WINFIELD -- Area youth are invited to attend Crocodile Dock Vacation Bible School at Winfield United Methodist Church (behind McDonald's) Monday, July 27 through Friday, July 31.
Eleanor glassmaker wins golf trophy design contest
ELEANOR, W.Va. -- Eleanor glassmaker John DesMeules hit a hole-in-one with his design entry for the Nationwide Tour Players Cup trophy design competition.
