By: Hettie Basil Lighttower How are you doing today? After last week’s plethora of good news I trust you were able to have a safe and pleasant Memorial Day Weekend. Let’s look at the other wonderful new things we have to look forward to, shall we?Imposed as of March 2026[Read More…]
Author: The Brooke County Review
At the Library
The following books have recently been added to the Brooke County Public Library’s collection: ADULT FICTION TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD by Court Stevens. Over twenty years ago, a young hunting guide in rural Kentucky was driving his boat in the early morning mist when his peaceful cruise was cut short[Read More…]
“Unearth A Story” 2026 Summer Reading Program
Brooke County Library is thrilled to announce the launch of our annual Summer Reading Program, themed “Unearth A Story”. This summer, we invite readers of all ages to dig into a good book, uncover hidden histories, or explore the past and go on a great adventure!The 2026 Summer Reading Program[Read More…]
Afternoon Movie at the Library
The Brooke County Library will be showing the movie Dinosaur13 rated PG on Friday, June 5 at 12 p.m.A paleontologist’s life changes dramatically after he discovers the most-well-preserved fossil of a T. rex in history.Bring your lunch and watch a movie with us. Popcorn and water will be provided. Call[Read More…]
Summer Reading Program Kicks-Off with Scavenger Hunt at the Library
The Brooke County Public Library will be kicking-off its 2026 “Unearth A Story” Summer Reading Program with a Scavenger Hunt on Thursday, June 4 from 12–2:30 p.m. The latest start time for the scavenger hunt is 1:30 p.m. The hunt is open for kids up to age 18 and their[Read More…]
Lunch and Play at the Library
Join us at the Brooke County Public Library, pick up a free lunch for children 18 and younger and play in the children’s room from 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. on June 3Parents/guardians must provide direct supervision. All ages are welcome. No registration is required. A great chance for parents and children[Read More…]
Documentary Film Screening at the Library
Join us at the Brooke County Public Library as we host the screening of “Hannah Arendt: Facing Tyranny”, A Documentary on Tuesday, June 2, at 12 p.m., in the Vincent Room. Presented by Good Docs in honor of June being Immigrant Heritage Month and World Refugee Day.A feature documentary about[Read More…]
Scholastic Book Fair at the Library
The Brooke County Library will be holding a Scholastic Book Fair in the Tutor Room of the Wellsburg Library on the following dates:June 2 – 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.June 3 – 10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.June 4 – 10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.June 5 – 10 a.m. – 3:30[Read More…]
Play and Connect at the Library
Come play and watch your child thrive at the Follansbee Library on Monday, June 1, from 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Children will have fun playing together in our children’s room with educational toys and games. If weather permits the courtyard will be open for play. A parent/guardian is required to participate.[Read More…]
John Charles Utz
JOHN CHARLES UTZ, 90, of Follansbee, WV entered the gates of Heaven on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Born September 21, 1935, in Pittsburgh, PA a son of the late Edward and Katherine (Lind) Utz. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his first wife, Audrey Lola[Read More…]