EPD Warns Residents, Businesses of Fraudulent Calls Impersonating Chief Bennett
Elkins, WV, July 7, 2025: The Elkins Police Department (EPD) is warning the community about an ongoing telephone scam in which fraudsters are impersonating Police Chief Travis Bennett to solicit money. These calls have been reported since the Fourth of July weekend.
Reports have indicated that at least one person has been calling businesses, falsely identifying themselves as Chief Bennett, and requesting money. EPD has not, does not, and will not solicit payments or donations over the phone.
If residents or businesses receive such a call, or text:
- Hang up immediately.
- Do not provide personal or financial information.
- Report suspicious calls to the Elkins Police Department at (304) 636-0678.
EPD and City of Elkins officials are urging the community to remain vigilant and share this advisory with other residents who are at risk of being targeted.
City Hall News: Week of February 8, 2026
Elkins, WV – February 8, 2026: Given the ongoing winter storms, remember to help our first responders help you. City Hall continues to ask residents and business owners to sign up for emergency text alerts. Anyone using a mobile phone can receive […]
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Mayor Marco Issues CHD Awareness Week Proclamation
Elkins, WV, February 4, 2026: Today, Mayor Jerry Marco issued a proclamation recognizing Congenital Heart Disease Awareness Week, which starts on February 7 and ends on February 14. This week in February, which national organizations including the Children’s Heart Foundation, the Centers […]
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Mayor Jerry Marco Appointed to National League of Cities’ 2026 Small Cities Council
Elkins, WV, January 30, 2026: City of Elkins Mayor Jerry Marco has been appointed to the National League of Cities (NLC) 2026 Small Cities Council. During this one-year term, Mayor Marco will have a role in developing and guiding programs among local […]
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Regional Task Force Announces Warming Station Opening, Plans Public Forum on Critical Challenges
Elkins, WV, January 27, 2026 — The Regional Task Force on Homelessness, Addiction, and Mental Health held its first meeting of the year on January 22, 2026. It highlighted urgent winter shelter operations, upcoming community events, and new initiatives aimed at helping […]
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City of Elkins Wastewater Department Extends Apprenticeship Program Deadline
ELKINS, WV, January 13, 2026: The City of Elkins Wastewater Department announces it has extended its grant-funded Apprenticeship Program, which offers a paid pathway to a stable and skilled career. Applications for the program will be accepted until the positions are filled. […]
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(POSTPONED) Elkins Seeks Ideas from the Public for the 250th Anniversary of the United States’ Independence
*Note: On the morning of January 15, Mayor Jerry Marco canceled this public meeting due to weather conditions in Elkins. We will notify the public again once this meeting is rescheduled.* Elkins, WV, January 9, 2026: Mayor Jerry Marco announced today that […]
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