A group of friends, a good book, and free-flowing discussion… doesn’t that sound like the ingredients for a wonderful experience. The Brooke County Public Library will be meeting on Thursday, April 27, at 5 p.m., in person and virtual to discuss the book “The Stories of Breece D’J Panckake” by[Read More…]
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Brooke County Public Libraries Five Year Plan Update
The Brooke County Public Libraries need your help. We are in the process of updating our 5-year plan on how to best serve our community, and we want to know what you think.Please consider visiting the library on one of the following dates to meet with the director:4/14/2023 11 a.m.-12 p.m.[Read More…]
Communications Senior Accepted Into Top Broadcasting Master’s Program
Being accepted into a master’s program is something many college students dream of. For Bethany College communication and media arts senior Drew VonScio, his dreams just became his reality—and he is crediting much of his success to his Bethany mentors. Drew has officially been accepted into the top journalism program[Read More…]
Speech Pathology and Audiology Student Picked for National Honor
West Liberty University first year student Stephanie Santilli was selected to attend the national 4-H Conference in our nation’s capital recently.“I am so pleased to represent 4-H in Washington, D.C. I am excited to meet other 4-H’ers from around the country and to see the differences between their programs and[Read More…]
Disciples Women of Weirton Welcome Fellowship Leader
Disciples Women of Weirton First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) hosted guest speaker Jennifer Allen, president of the West Virginia Region Disciples Women Fellowship, at its March meeting.Allen encouraged members to “stop, look, listen and follow God’s advice” rather than their own, especially in frustrating situations. “Always keep God with[Read More…]
Weir High School Girls Athletic Association Shows Support
As part of its mission to support some of what it considers to be the less visible athletic groups, the Weir High School Girls Athletic Association recently held a fundraiser, and recently presented $2,500 to members of the high school’s track and cross country teams. The association offered its appreciation[Read More…]
Upper Ohio Valley Camera Club Announces Winners
The Upper Ohio Valley Camera Club has announced the March competition winners to the theme “Reflection.” The theme category winners were: First place, Andy Tindor; second place, John Hanish; and third place, Lisa Carte. The open category winners were: First place, Andy Tindor; second place, Barb Momyer; and third place,[Read More…]
WVNCC EMS Program Director Selected for Professional Development Opportunity
West Virginia Northern Community College’s (WVNCC) EMS Program Director, Linda Steele, is one of 32 professionals selected nationwide for the EMS Educator’s Collaborative. Steele will be part of the exclusive group that is tasked with submitting new curriculum recommendations for EMS educators across the country.The Educator’s Collaborative is sponsored by[Read More…]
BHP Announces Audition Date for First Three Shows
Brooke Hills Playhouse announces auditions for the first three shows which will be held at the Brooke Hills Park Clubhouse on Saturday, April 1. Municipal Mutual Insurance Company and Reasner Funeral Home are sponsors for the 52nd season.Auditions for “Things My Mother Taught Me,” written by Katherine DiSavino, will begin[Read More…]
GFWC Helps Local Nursing Homes
GFWC WV Bethany Woman’s Club recently met and made favors for local nursing homes.Pictured above are club members Judy Pyle, Judy VanHorn, Helen Moren and Charlotte Chambers.