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🌱 How would this 2026 levy change Hurricane’s streets and police?

Hurricane, West Virginia Patch AM: a 4 min read

Good morning Hurricane! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How would this 2026 levy change Hurricane’s streets and police?
  • How Hurricane’s new levy will boost streets and police services
  • How did Hurricane High fall just short in extra innings?

Also on today's calendar: Ripley Varsity Baseball @ Hurricane.

Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A shower and t-storm; breezy, with a high of 73 and low of 47 degrees.
  • Thursday: Mostly cloudy and cooler, temps: high: 62, low: 41.
  • Friday: Pleasant with clouds and sun, with a high of 72 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Decision 2026: Hurricane Streets Public Safety Levy (wsaz.com) — Hurricane residents face a crucial 2026 vote on renewing the Streets Public Safety Levy, which funds both road work and local police staffing. City leaders warn that without it, paving and concrete projects would halt for years and the police force could shrink, possibly pulling school resource officers from Putnam County Schools.
   

• Putnam County voters decide on Board of Education; Hurricane passes city levy (wchstv.com) — Hurricane residents have approved a city levy that will generate about $400,000 each for street improvements and police services, with nearly 70% voting in favor. Putnam County voters also returned two incumbents and elected one newcomer to the Board of Education, and chose a conservation district supervisor, shaping local leadership for the coming years.
   

• Marshall women's softball excited about playing more games (wchstv.com) — Marshall’s women’s softball team is heading to the NCAA Tournament’s Durham Regional, where they’ll open against Arizona alongside Duke and Howard. The story also notes regional college postseason trips and that George Washington edged Hurricane High, 7–6 in eight innings, in Class AAAA baseball action.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I am selling a Susan Lucci Pilates chair and dvd for $30.
    It is like new. I also have a washer and dryer for $200. If you are interested please reach out. (Nextdoor Hurricane Est)
  • Offering a one time 20% off for the first 3 people to message me @304-542-0686 to setup a detail!
    I would love to get your car looking fresh for the summer! (Nextdoor 60 and 34 Crossroads)
  • Dunkin' posted a job opening for Restaurant Team Member - Dunkin Donuts in Hurricane. Apply here.
  • Five Guys posted a job opening for Shift Manager - 0627 in Hurricane. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Hurricane here.

🗞 Nearby News

Milton

  • Milton's La Banca Italian Restaurant abruptly closes (wchstv.com)

Barboursville

Charleston

  • Charleston Catholic receives Jennings Randolph Award (wowktv.com)
  • Live Results: West Virginia midterm state and congressional primaries (pbs.org)

Ok Hurricane! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Hurricane

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Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.