By: Charlotte R. Lane, West Virginia PSC ChairmanI want you to know that here at the Public Service Commission, we suffer through the same concerns that many of you do about the cost of gasoline, water and power bills, groceries, and every other budget item.The commission wants to hear your[Read More…]
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West Virginia Department of Health Highlights Winter Weather Safety
Sherri A. Young, D.O., MBA, FAAFP, Cabinet Secretary for the West Virginia Department of Health (DH) reminds residents of important safety precautions amid severe weather.“In addition to the strenuous work of clearing snow, it’s important to remember that cold temperatures make the heart work harder to keep the body warm,”[Read More…]
Flu Season is in Full Swing and Vaccination is Still a Good Idea
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the highest months for flu activity are December through March. That means those who have not received their vaccines still have a chance to protect themselves.Flu vaccines may not prevent someone from getting the flu, but they will lessen symptoms and[Read More…]
Candidates File for Seven County, Judicial and Legislative Offices
Eighteen candidates have filed for county, judicial and legislative offices that will be on the ballots at the May 14 primary election.County races for seven offices have attracted eight candidates, while six judicial offices have five contenders and four legislative offices have five contenders.In county races, all the candidates for[Read More…]
At the Library
The following is a list of books recently added to the Brooke County Public Library’s collection: ADULT FICTION UNNATURAL DEATH by Patricia Cornwell. “Chief medical examiner Dr. Kay Scarpetta finds herself in a Northern Virginia wilderness examining the remains of two campers wanted by federal law enforcement. The victims have[Read More…]
Evening Storytime at the Library
The Brooke County Public Library will be holding an Evening Storytime with Miss Kim on Wednesday, Jan. 24, at 5 p.m. Children will enjoy the story “Dragon Dance”, a craft, snacks and fun! Limited spaces available. Call the circulation desk at 304.737.1551 to register or visit https://brookecountylibs.org/events.
Free Craft Class for Adults at the Library
The Brooke County Library will be holding a craft class for adults on Thursday, Jan. 25, at 11 a.m. You will create Diamond Painting Valentine Cards. All materials will be provided.Limited space is available. Call the circulation desk at 304.737.1551 to reserve your seat or visit https://brookecountylibs.org/events.
At the Library
The following is a list of books recently added to the Brooke County Public Library’s collection: ADULT FICTION THE BALL AT VERSAILLES by Danielle Steel. It’s the summer of 1959 and the Palace of Versailles is hosting an event that will make history. It is an exclusive dusk-to-dawn ball in[Read More…]
Letter to the Editor
Dear Editor,The Salvation Army of Brooke County wishes to thank and commend the many people who so very generously donated to this year’s Angel Tree Project and Kettle Campaign.For so many years Angel Trees, Red Kettles and Bell Ringers have been an important and symbolic part of the Christmas season[Read More…]
MU Honors List
Anna Long of Wellsburg was named to the president’s list at Marshall University for the fall term.To achieve that honor, students must earn perfect 4.0 averages.