The City of Wellsburg’s new city manager, Erica Tamburin, was sworn in during a ceremony on Monday morning, attended by first responders, her children, and community leaders.After taking the oath of office, Tamburin expressed her enthusiasm for the role and outlined her initial plans.“It’s truly an honor to serve the[Read More…]
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Bethany College Biology Department Strengthens Research and Instruction
The Bethany College Biology Department is celebrating significant growth in its teaching and research capabilities following the award of a $19,900 grant from the WV STAR Division. The funding will support the purchase of a ZEISS Axio Imager A2 fluorescent microscope, a research-grade system that will greatly enhance the department’s[Read More…]
First Day Hikes
Twenty-one state parks and forests will host 24 First Day Hikes on Jan. 1 to help visitors kick off 2026 with time spent outdoors.The free guided hikes are part of a nationwide initiative to bring people together to connect with nature, explore park trails and start the year with fresh[Read More…]
2026 Fishing Regulations
The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources has released the state’s 2026 Fishing Regulations Summary.“Reviewing the Fishing Regulations Summary each year is an important step for anglers to stay informed about the rules that conserve the quality of our state’s diverse fisheries,” said DNR director Brett McMillion.“As we approach the[Read More…]
WV Dept. of Health Seeks Rural Healthcare Transformation
Following Governor Patrick Morrisey’s announcement that West Virginia has secured $199 million for 2026 through the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP), the West Virginia Department of Health is launching an expansive hiring effort to recruit experienced leaders to oversee and implement this historic investment in West Virginia’s healthcare infrastructure.“We are[Read More…]
WV DMV Makes Obtaining a CDL More Efficient
West Virginia’s Division of Motor Vehicles is kicking off a more efficient way to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) test card.“Gov. Morrisey has asked that we continue to look for efficiencies in the way we deliver services to the public,” said Everett Frazier, DMV commissioner.“Today’s world is full of[Read More…]
Governor Morrisey Encourages Travelers to Explore Winter Offerings
Gov. Patrick Morrisey is encouraging travelers to explore West Virginia’s winter offerings as the state looks to close out 2025 with record-breaking tourism growth. “From mountain resorts and state parks to holiday light displays and hometown celebrations, winter tourism supports jobs, strengthens communities, and drives our economy,” said Morrisey at a press conference[Read More…]
Pull Up A Chair
By: Hettie Basil Lighttower Button, Button who’s got the button?? This is a wonderful game of anticipation, focus and deduction of yester year. And if you have never played you’re not living right, haha. This is where you put your hands together in traditional prayer position, palms together and the[Read More…]
At the Library
The following books have recently been added to the Brooke County Public Library’s collection: ADULT FICTION ASK AGAIN, YES by Mary Beth Keane. Francis Gleeson and Brian Stanhope, rookie NYPD cops, are neighbors in the suburbs. What happens behind closed doors in both houses–the loneliness of Francis’s wife, Lena, and[Read More…]
Dungeon and Dragons Classes at the Library
The Brooke County Library will be holding Dungeons and Dragons classes on Tuesdays from 6–9 p.m. Library volunteers, Game Masters Daniel Melching and David Nixon, will be instructing the classes that are open to Middle and High School Students.You will learn how to create characters, battle evil creatures, and save[Read More…]