The Brooke County Public Library and Follansbee Branch will be closed Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day.
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Oil Can Derby Returns to Wellsburg
The Wellsburg Fourth of July Oil Can Derby committee has announced the return of the Oil Can Derby Stock and Super Stock cars for the 2026 Fourth of July Celebration!As tradition continues, the derby will be held on July 4, with a start time of 9 a.m. All race teams[Read More…]
Wellsburg 4th of July Committee Releases Event Schedule
The full schedule for the 2026 Wellsburg Fourth of July Celebration was recently released, unveiling an expanded lineup of events in honor of the nation’s 250th anniversary.This year’s celebration features several exciting additions and returning favorites, with organizers placing a strong emphasis on creating activities for all ages throughout the[Read More…]
Brooke Hills Playhouse Announces Exciting 55th Season
The Brooke Hills Playhouse is thrilled to announce its 55th Season, featuring a diverse lineup designed to bring laughter, music and mystery to the Ohio Valley. The season highlights include:The Second-to-Last Chance Ladies League, a comedy by Jones, Hope and Wooten. If you loved last season’s Always a Bridesmaid, then[Read More…]
West Virginia GHSP Announces, Click It or Ticket Enforcement to Combat Falling Seat Belt Use
The West Virginia Governor’s Highway Safety Program (GHSP) is partnering with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2026 national Click It or Ticket high-visibility enforcement campaign. This effort, which coincides with the busy Memorial Day travel period, will see state and local law enforcement increasing patrols[Read More…]
Pull Up A Chair
By: Hettie Basil Lighttower There are more changes happening in the world than you or I can keep track of right now. As a matter of fact I am feeling a bit overwhelmed, how ‘bout you? When I get to that overload, bursting at the seams feeling in my gut[Read More…]
The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi Elects New Members
Lauri Kozarian of Weirton and Zachary White of Wellsburg were recently elected to membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines.These students are among approximately 20,000 students, faculty, professional staff and alumni to be initiated into[Read More…]
Cumberlands’ President’s List Released for Spring Semester
In recognition of academic performance, the Office of Academic Affairs at University of the Cumberlands has named Holly Greaver of Follansbee to the President’s List for the spring 2026 semester.To be eligible for the President’s List, students must be enrolled in at least 12 credit hours (a full course load),[Read More…]
Student Writing Celebrated During Annual Young Writers Day Event
The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) and its partners welcomed more than 250 aspiring young authors to the 42nd annual Young Writers Day at the University of Charleston. This event highlights the foundational importance of writing to academic development and student success and is a collaboration among the WVDE,[Read More…]
At the Library
The following books have recently been added to the Brooke County Public Library’s collection: ADULT FICTION INNOCENCE ROAD by Laura Griffin. “Leanne Everhart knows women have something to fear in her artsy hometown, especially so if they’re not rich, white locals. Returning to town after her father’s death, she sees[Read More…]