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National Radon Action Month Observed

The West Virginia Dept. of Health’s Office of Environmental Health Services (OEHS) is continuing to encourage residents to test their homes for radon during National Radon Action Month.Radon is a colorless, tasteless, and odorless naturally occurring gas that claims the lives of roughly 21,000 Americans each year, according to the[Read More…]

WV DOH Conducts Bidding for Several Brooke County Projects

Replacement of concrete, paving and guardrails on the Steubenville Bridge and Harmon Creek Bridge were among 34 construction projects included in a bid letting conducted by the West Virginia Division of Highways on Tuesday, Jan. 13.Several factors are considered before awarding a bid, including whether a bid falls above or[Read More…]

Pull Up A Chair

By: Hettie Basil Lighttower I first experienced meditation in college in the mid 80’s. I thought it was really annoying and kinda stupid to just sit there and do nothing. I had heard about it or seen it on National Geographic shows where the guy traveled around the world and[Read More…]

At the Library

The following books have recently been added to the Brooke County Public Library’s collection: ADULT FICTION FALSE WITNESS by Philip Margolin. “Defense Attorney Karen Wyatt exposed corruption in the police force and the District Attorney’s office while getting her client exonerated in court. But in doing so, she put a[Read More…]

WV Author Book Talk at the Library

Join us for an in-person book talk at the Brooke County Public Library with WV Author, C.L. Johnson on Thursday, Jan. 29, at 6 p.m., in the Vincent Room.The author will be discussing their book series: Hiding, Hunting, Healing. Listen to excerpts from their new book Healing, while they discuss[Read More…]

WV Reports Significant Reduction in Wraparound Services Waitlist for Children and Families in 2025

The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) reports a significant drop in the number of children awaiting Wraparound services in 2025, reflecting continued progress in strengthening community-based support for families caring for youth with complex needs, allowing children to remain safely in their communities rather than entering more restrictive[Read More…]

WVNCC Announces Evening Short-Term Welding Classes

West Virginia Northern Community College (WVNCC) announces a new series of short-term, evening welding courses offered through its Continuing Education & Workforce Development Department on the Wheeling campus. Designed for working adults and individuals seeking a fast, flexible way to gain in-demand skills, these hands-on classes provide a condensed path[Read More…]