A Chicago, IL, man has been sentenced for operating a drug distribution organization that transported fentanyl from Chicago, to Weirton, announced U.S. Attorney Matthew L. Harvey.Gerald Henry, also known as “Unc,” “G,” and “G-ball,” 41, was sentenced to 480 months in federal prison for the possession and distribution of 400[Read More…]
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Gold Rush Returns
The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources has announced the return of Gold Rush stockings at 69 lakes and streams around the state starting March 30.“As we celebrate the ninth anniversary of the Gold Rush, we look forward to seeing all of the ways this exciting event helps recruit the[Read More…]
Easter VBS Set
Wellsburg United Methodist Church, located at the corner of 11th and Charles Streets will hold a Easter VBS Friday, March 27, from 5-8 p.m., at the church.The event is open to children 4-years-old through sixth grade. During the event, children will be taught Jesus’ journey from Palm Sunday to Easter[Read More…]
Pull Up A Chair
By: Hettie Basil Lighttower Last week we touched on words like photo, photon, biophoton and even photosynthesis. It is evident that all these words have the word photo in common with each other. Let’s look at the word photo, what it means and why it has anything to do with[Read More…]
At the Library
The following books have recently been added to the Brooke County Public Library’s collection: ADULT FICTION IMMUNITY INDEX by Sue Burke. In a US facing growing food shortages, stark inequality, and a growing fascist government, three perfectly normal young women are about to find out that they share a great[Read More…]
Afternoon Movie at the Library
The Brooke County Library will be showing the movie Song Sung Blue rated PG-13 on Friday, March 13, at 12 p.m.Lightning and Thunder, a Milwaukee husband and wife Neil Diamond tribute act, experience soaring success and devastating heartbreak in their musical journey together.Bring your lunch and watch a movie with[Read More…]
Friends of the Library Offering Easter Bunny Letters
The Friends of the Brooke County Public Library, with help from the Easter Bunny, are once again sending personalized letters from the Easter Bunny to all children in the area. He would like to let them know he will be hopping down the bunny trail soon. Parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles,[Read More…]
Spring Fire Season Begins
The start of West Virginia’s annual spring fire season on Sunday, March 1, marked the return of burning restrictions.The West Virginia Division of Forestry reminds residents to confine outdoor burning to 5 p.m.-7 a.m., according to West Virginia State Code Chapter 20-3-5.Fires set during that time must be put out before[Read More…]
Cloak and Dagger On the Air Presents “Ozma of Oz” by L. Frank Baum
This Saturday, Feb. 28, at 4 p.m. at the Top of West Virginia Convention and Visitors Bureau, Cloak and Dagger On the Air will present a brand-new adaptation of the classic 1907 novel, Ozma of Oz by L. Frank Baum, the third installment in his legendary series of books about[Read More…]
Snowman Brings Smiles to Wellsburg
This winter has been full of snow and ice and very cold temperatures, but one local business found a way to make friends with the harsh elements and bring some joy to all who has happened by.Bandidos on the Run offers authentic Mexican food. They currently are working out of[Read More…]