Artists who want a chance to have their wildlife paintings featured in the 40th anniversary edition of the West Virginia Wildlife Calendar have until Feb. 14, 2024, to send their artwork to the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources.Each year, the DNR selects 12 paintings for its award-winning calendar based on[Read More…]
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Poetry Out Loud Registration Set
The 2024 West Virginia Poetry Out Loud state competition registration deadline is set for Friday, Dec. 8.All West Virginia public and private high schools and homeschool associations are invited to participate in the free educational program, which is sponsored annually by the West Virginia Dep. of Arts, Culture and History[Read More…]
Bethany College Celebrates Professor Collaros’ Last Lecture
It was an evening filled with music, history, and heartfelt memories as Bethany College bid farewell to Professor Pandel Collaros, a revered figure in the world of music education, during his final lecture. Collaros took the stage one last time to deliver an unforgettable performance, leaving the audience in awe[Read More…]
United Way Honors Jamie Bordas with Building A Better Community Award
The United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley hosted the Building a Better Community breakfast on Monday, November 20th. Jamie Bordas, a long-time United Way supporter, was honored with the Building a Better Community award. Mr. Bordas has supported the United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley and their partner agencies 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 NOBLE BEGINNINGS by L. T. Ryan. In March of 2002, while the eyes of the world focused on Afghanistan, Jack Noble finds himself on the outskirts of Baghdad, Iraq. A Marine in[Read More…]
“Cook by the Book” Recipe Club
Do you love browsing through cookbooks and trying new recipes? Do you enjoy sampling and sharing new dishes with good company? Then join us at the Brooke County Public Library for an adults-only Recipe Club!Every month will have a theme; you choose a recipe, make it up and bring it[Read More…]
Boys State Recruitment Underway in Brooke County
The American Legion Mountaineer Boys State (ALMBS) is thrilled to announce the commencement of its recruitment drive for the 85th session, scheduled to take place June 11-17, 2024, at West Virginia University Jackson’s Mill. ALMBS, renowned as “West Virginia’s premier Leadership Academy,” is now actively seeking enthusiastic young men from[Read More…]
Holmes and Watson Return to Cloak and Dagger On the Air
This Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, the internationally known detectives Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson return to Cloak and Dagger On the Air with a brand-new adaptation of fan-favorite story, “The Adventure of Silver Blaze,” by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.The production will coincide with Weirton’s Christmas on Main Street festival.Beginning[Read More…]
WVDOH Prepares for Winter Weather
With winter weather just around the corner, the West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) is testing equipment and doing dry runs with its snowplows so drivers will know their routes when the snow comes. The WVDOH is ready for winter weather. Are you?Snow removal and ice control (SRIC) is a[Read More…]
Simply Christmas Event to be Held
Brooke Hills Park, located at 140 Gist Lane, Wellsburg will hold a “Simply Christmas” event Saturday, Dec. 2, from 12-4 p.m., at the park.This Christmas event will celebrate the spirit of Christmas with friends, family, and community.There will be food, entertainment, games, a Gingerbread Lane treat trail and ornament and[Read More…]