After a successful debut in 2025, Weirton Restaurant Week returns for its second year, taking place March 1-7, 2026. Hosted by the Top of WV Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Weirton Area Chamber of Commerce, the weeklong promotion once again invites residents and visitors to dine local, explore new[Read More…]
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Trains Are Beautiful, but Tracks Must Be Respected
By: Charlotte R. Lane, WV PSC Chairman Here are words you would rarely put together: railroad safety and the Public Service Commission of West Virginia.Yet, when it comes to keeping rails safe and clear in the Mountain State, those duties fall to our commission.And the center of that work is[Read More…]
2026 Vacation Guide Unveiled
West Virginia tourism officials have unveiled the state’s official travel magazine, the 2026 West Virginia Vacation Guide.Gov. Patrick Morrisey, Secretary of Tourism Chelsea Ruby, legislators and state tourism partners participated.“The quality and usefulness of this guide is astounding,” said Morrisey. “From rich history and world-class outdoor recreation to small businesses and[Read More…]
Local Students Named to Point Park University’s Fall 2025 Dean’s List
More than 1,400 students who were named to the Fall 2025 Dean’s List at Point Park University. Among those students includes Alexis Faessel of Follansbee and Tanner Finsley and Brandon Ware, both of Weirton.To be named to the Dean’s List, a student must have a 3.5 GPA.Point Park University, immersed[Read More…]
Pull Up A Chair
By: Hettie Basil Lighttower I want to continue on a bit about the subject of belly buttons and umbilical cords to take yet another leap and discuss what happens to the discard of umbilical cords as well as placenta after childbirth. I have never known anyone outside of the medical[Read More…]
Afternoon Movie at the Library
The Brooke County Library will be showing the movie Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere rated PG-13 on Friday, Feb. 13, at 12 p.m.Chronicles the making of Bruce Springsteen’s 1982 “Nebraska” album when he was a young musician on the cusp of global superstardom, struggling to reconcile the pressures of success[Read More…]
At the Library
The following books have recently been added to the Brooke County Public Library’s collection: ADULT FICTION TWICE by Mitch Albom. When he is eight years old, Alfie Logan discovers the magical ability to get a second chance at everything. He can undo any moment and live it again. The one[Read More…]
Bethany College Announces Distinguished Speaker for 2026 Founder’s Day Convocation
Bethany College is pleased to announce that Dr. Kristine A. Culp, dean of the Disciples Divinity House and associate professor of theology at the University of Chicago, will serve as the featured speaker for the College’s annual Founder’s Day convocation scheduled for 11 a.m. ET on Thursday, March 5, 2026,[Read More…]
West Liberty University Cheerleading Team Earns Bid to NCA College Nationals
The West Liberty University Cheerleading Team has earned a bid to compete at the 2026 NCA College National Championship in Daytona Beach, Florida, marking a significant achievement for the program.The National Cheerleaders Association (NCA) College Nationals is one of the most competitive and prestigious events in collegiate cheerleading. The Hilltoppers[Read More…]
More Than $41,000 Allocated to Brooke County’s Fire Protection Fund
The Brooke County Commissioners approved nearly $42,000 on Tuesday for the county’s fire protection fund, aimed at enhancing resources and funding for new equipment for local fire departments.The Brooke County Commissioners approved nearly $42,000 on Tuesday for the county’s fire protection fund, aimed at enhancing resources and funding for new[Read More…]