Fairmont
Coverage of Fairmont in the Nexus archive.
- 2nd brush fire in Antelope Valley triggers evacuation warning for some Fairmont residents
A second brush fire emerged in Antelope Valley on Saturday evening, prompting evacuation warnings for some Fairmont residents. The incident marks a recurrence of wildfire activity in the region.
- Charges: Fairmont police officer allegedly sexually assaulted his wife, threatened to kill her
A Fairmont police officer, Dustin Wade Schwebke, faces multiple charges including felony third-degree criminal sexual conduct, terroristic threats, and domestic assault after his wife reported years of abuse and threats. Schwebke was placed on administrative leave and is scheduled for an omnibus hearing on Aug. 11.
- 3 arrested, including former deputy’s stepmother, in 11-year-old homicide case
Three people were arrested in connection with the 2015 disappearance and death of Sara Graham in North Carolina. The suspects include Connie Graham, Sara’s stepmother and former deputy, and her two sons, charged with murder and evidence tampering. A court recently declared Sara dead, enabling authorities to reclassify the case as a homicide.
- Officials see value of long-distance trail project in West Virginia
Officials in West Virginia highlight the economic and community potential of the 238-mile Parkersburg to Pittsburg (P2P) rail trail corridor, which has four remaining gaps. The project, supported by a $145,500 Appalachian Regional Commission grant and local partnerships, aims to connect trails and boost recreation, health, and business development. Fairmont is set to break ground on two miles of trail to close its gap.