The Brooke County Public Library now has openings for Monday Story Hour Class. Story hour is held from 12–1 p.m. on Monday’s at the Follansbee Library. Story hour is open for children ages 2–5 and a caregiver. Children will enjoy a story, craft, games and a snack. Limited space is[Read More…]
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Railroad Safety Inspectors to Man Railroad Crossings
Railroad safety inspectors from the Public Service Commission of West Virginia will be manning railroad crossings in three north central areas of the state this month to highlight railroad safety in the Mountain State.John Perry, manager of the PSC’s Railroad Safety Section, said his inspectors will be present at crossings[Read More…]
September is Adult Family Care Month
The West Virginia Dept. of Health and Human Resources is celebrating the contributions of adult family care providers and adult service workers as part of Adult Family Care Month during September.Gov. Jim Justice proclaimed September as Adult Family Care Month in West Virginia, acknowledging the significant role that caregivers play in[Read More…]
Safety on the Rails
By: Charlotte R. Lane, West Virginia PSC ChairmanWhen I was a little girl, few things were as thrilling as standing beside a railroad track while a tall train engine rumbled past. I never lost my love for railroads as I grew older.I did, however, learn the vital importance the rail[Read More…]
WVNCC Announces New Board of Governors Chair
West Virginia Northern Community College (WVNCC) proudly announces Shelly Carenbauer as the new Chair of the College’s Board of Governors. Carenbauer, who previously served as vice chair, assumes the leadership role, succeeding David Artman. Carenbauer is a Commercial Banking Executive for Unified Bank.“I have had the pleasure of working with[Read More…]
Bethany College’s Enrollment Surge Continues for Second Straight Year
“Bethany is pleased to welcome to the ‘banks of the old Buffalo’ its largest incoming class in more than a decade,” says Bethany President Dr. Jamie Caridi, who attributes the growth to the successful execution and broad-based support for the College’s Strategic Plan Build for a Lifetime.“I am grateful to[Read More…]
Wellsburg Bridge Nears Completion, Grand Opening Celebration Set
Four thousand tons of steel and concrete stretched over 1,893 feet will finally connect Wellsburg and Brilliant, OH, with grand opening of the Wellsburg Bridge Wednesday, Sept. 20.Gov. Jim Justice will cut the ribbon on the long-planned bridge which will drastically reduce travel time between the two communities, spur economic[Read More…]
United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley Reverse Raffle Fundraiser
The United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley’s Board of Directors is excited to announce their upcoming fundraiser, Reverse Raffle. This fun event will take place in the meeting room at Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack on September 8th. Doors will open at 5:00 p.m. and the gourmet buffet and food stations[Read More…]
Democratic Women Prepare for Annual Meeting
Democratic women, elected officials, and guests from around the state of West Virginia will celebrate the 59th Annual Meeting of the West Virginia Federation of Democratic Women, Inc. on September 15-17, 2023, at the Weirton-Steubenville Holiday Inn, located in Weirton.Among the highlights of the three-day event will be the Opening[Read More…]
Lloyd Now Indicted, Held Pending Trial on Variety of Charges
On Hardy Carroll Lloyd, 45, of Follansbee, appeared before U. S. Magistrate Judge James P. Mazzone last week for an arraignment and detention hearing.Following his indictment on charges related to a federal hate crimes trial in Pittsburgh, he was ordered detained.Judge Mazzone heard testimony about Lloyd’s alleged criminal conduct, which[Read More…]