The Brooke County Public Library will be holding an evening storytime with Miss Kim on Wednesday, May 8 at 5 p.m. Children will enjoy the story “The Fox Who Swiped Mother’s Day”, a craft, snacks and fun! Limited spaces available. Call the circulation desk at 304.737.1551 to register or visit[Read More…]
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Bethany College Reflects on a Successful Women and Leadership Symposium
Bethany College held its Ninth Annual Women and Leadership Symposium on April 5 and 6, focusing on the theme of teamwork and its pivotal role in professional success and leadership development. The event brought together students, distinguished alumnae, faculty, and staff for two days of insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and[Read More…]
Brooke County Residents Can Seek Disaster Assistance
West Virginia landowners in Pleasants and 25 other counties affected by severe storms this month may be eligible to seek disaster assistance through their local conservation districts.Gov. Jim Justice declared a State of Emergency for 26 counties affected by severe storms that began April 2 and caused flooding, downed trees,[Read More…]
WV-SEBT Programs Launches to Help Support School-Age Children
A new federal public benefit program will support school-age children residing in low-income households in West Virginia.The West Virginia Summer EBT (WV-SEBT) program will provide short-term grocery benefit assistance to income-eligible households with school-age children during the summer months.The application period opened April 22 and can be accessed at schoolcafe.com[Read More…]
Free Comic Book Day at the Library
The Brooke County Public Library and Follansbee Branch will be celebrating Free Comic Book Day on Saturday, May 4. Stop in during library hours to pick up a free comic book. All ages are welcome. One Comic Book per patron while supplies last. A variety of comics are available
Pull Up A Chair
By: Hettie Basil Lighttower Have you heard the term, “Being in the flow”? Well I’m in the flow! “The flow” means that you experience a significant amount of synchronicities. Things just mysteriously match up or are along the lines of the same subject or situation. Clues and signs add up[Read More…]
Brooke County Man Admits to Child Pornography Charge
Harry Fred Wells, 53, of Follansbee, has admitted to possession of child pornography.According to court documents and statements made in court, Wells was under investigation for inappropriate contact with a minor through social media. Officers searched his home and his phone, finding child pornography.Wells is facing up to 20 years[Read More…]
At the Library
The following is a list of books recently added to the Brooke County Public Library’s collection: ADULT FICTION THE GIVER OF STARS by Jojo Moyes. Alice Wright marries handsome American Bennett Van Cleve, hoping to escape her stifling life in England. But small-town Kentucky quickly proves equally claustrophobic, especially living[Read More…]
Free Craft Class for Adults at the Library
The Brooke County Library will be holding a craft class for adults on Thursday, May 2, at 11 a.m. You will create a paper flower cupcake gift box. All materials will be provided. Bring a glue gun.Limited space is available. Call the circulation desk at 304.737.1551 to reserve your seat[Read More…]
Library Hours
The Brooke County Public Library will be closing at 4 p.m. and the Follansbee Library will be closing at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday, April 30 for staff development and training.