The Brooke County Public Library will be holding an evening storytime with Miss Kim on Wednesday, April 10, at 5 p.m. Children will enjoy the story “Over In The Forest”, a craft, snacks and fun! Limited spaces available. Call the circulation desk at 304.737.1551 to register or visit https://brookecountylibs.org/events.
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Judicial Annex Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
The ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Brooke County Judicial Building took place inside the new courtroom Tuesday, March 26.A.J. Thomas, Attorney at Law and Brooke County Commissioner, has been the project overseer. Commissioner Thomas gave the opening remarks for the ceremony. Senator Ryan Weld, Prosecutor Joe Barki, Del. Jimmy[Read More…]
Bethany College Eases Financial Burden for Prospective Students Waiting on FAFSA Updates
Bethany College has announced a proactive initiative to alleviate financial uncertainty for prospective students who are currently experiencing issues related to the nationwide update of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The delay in FAFSA updates has left many in limbo, unable to determine their eligibility for federal[Read More…]
Kids Kick Opioids Contest Now Open
Students can now enter the eighth annual Kids Kick Opioids contest until Friday, May 3.The contest provides an opportunity for students to learn about the dangers and deadly consequences of prescription painkiller abuse.It has also given many an outlet to share their personal experiences, highlighting how opioid dependence has impacted[Read More…]
WV Department of Health Announces Updated COVID-19 Vaccine Available
The West Virginia Dept. of Health has announced that those 65 and older are eligible for an additional dose of the updated COVID-19 vaccine, following the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) recent recommendation. “As the data consistently shows, those who are older and immunocompromised are the most vulnerable to the[Read More…]
Weirton Spring Cleanup Set
Spring clean-up in Weirton is scheduled for Monday-Friday, April 8-12.Pick-ups for the clean-up will be on the same day as regular trash pick-ups.The following guidelines will apply:•Household goods should be at the curb by 7 a.m.•Only household goods will be accepted.•Items that will not be accepted are construction materials, vehicle[Read More…]
Community Yard Sale Set
The McAdoo community will have its annual yard sale Saturday, May 18, from 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Museum Open House to be Held
The Brooke County Historical Museum and Culture Center will hold a four day event to celebrate its 2024 season opening April 4-7.Thursday, April 4, Friday, April 5, and Sunday April 7 the museum will be open regular hours, 1-5 p.m.On Thursday the museum will hold an open house with the[Read More…]
Pull Up A Chair
By: Hettie Basil Lighttower There’s a venue in California called the Heart/Math Institute. For over 20 years they have been conducting research on the function of our brain and our heart in relationship to each other and to our body. Through monitors and electrodes “waves” can be documented.We are all[Read More…]
At the Library
The following is a list of books recently added to the Brooke County Public Library’s collection: ADULT FICTION DAIRY, DAIRY, QUITE CONTRARY by Amy Lillard. “Twenty-something advice columnist Sissy is ready for a fresh start in the small town of Yoder, Kansas – along with her loyal Yorkie, Duke. She’s[Read More…]