Daniel Paul Truax, 46, of Weirton, has admitted to the distribution of fentanyl.According to federal court documents, Truax was selling fentanyl for a drug trafficking organization that stretched from Chicago to the Ohio Valley including Weirton, WV.Truax is facing up to 20 years in federal prison. A federal district court[Read More…]
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DoHS Warns EBT Cardholders of Skimming Fraud
The West Virginia Dept. of Human Services is urging Mountain State EBT cardholders to take proactive steps now to protect their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits from skimming fraud ahead of May benefit issuance.Across the country, reports of skimming devices on card readers have increased.Those devices steal card numbers[Read More…]
2025 Summer SNAP Benefits Approved
The West Virginia Dept. of Human Services, Bureau for Family Assistance (BFA) has been approved to issue Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer during the 2025 summer period.All eligible children will receive a one-time $120 in grocery benefits this summer.Summer EBT benefits can be spent on items that are covered by SNAP benefits.[Read More…]
Pull Up A Chair
By: Hettie Basil Lighttower I am sure you have heard the song Ring of Fire by Johnny Cash, but did you know there is an area of the earth called the ring of fire? Johnny’s song was written by June Carter and Merle Kilgore. It was originally recorded by Anita[Read More…]
United Way Raises Over $173,000 During Match Madness Fundraiser
The United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley is thrilled to announce the success of its 2025 Match Madness fundraiser, which raised an incredible $173,466.03 to support local nonprofits and community initiatives. This impactful total includes a $20,000 matching donation from Berger and Green, whose generosity helped inspire and multiply[Read More…]
Applications Accepted for Governor’s School of Entrepreneurship
The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) has extended the application period for the Governor’s School of Entrepreneurship (GSE) to May 9. Students currently in Grades 9 -12 can apply for this residential, summer program hosted by Marshall University (July 11 – 20, 2025). GSE is an opportunity for students[Read More…]
At the Library
The following books have recently been added to the Brooke County Public Library’s collection: ADULT FICTION THE PARTY LINE by Carolyn Brown. “Returning home to Ditto, Texas, is bittersweet for Lila Matthews. Her dear and feisty Aunt Gracie has passed away, leaving Lila her estate. That includes a centuries-old house,[Read More…]
Free Comic Book Day at the Library
The Brooke County Public Library will be celebrating free comic book day on Saturday, May 3. Stop in during library hours to pick up a free comic book. All ages are welcome. There will be a limit of one comic mook per patron while supplies last. A variety of comics[Read More…]
Explore and Learn Storytime at the Library
The Brooke County Public Library will be holding an evening explore and learn storytime with Miss Kim on Thursday, May 1, at 5 p.m. Children will enjoy a story and hands on activities. Limited spaces available. Call the circulation desk at 304.737.1551 to register or visit https://brookecountylibs.org/events.
Free Craft Class for Adults at the Library
The Brooke County Library will be holding a craft class for adults on Thursday, May 1, at 11 a.m. Participants will create a pressed flower lantern. All materials will be provided.Limited space is available. Call the circulation desk at 304.737.1551 to reserve your seat or visit https://brookecountylibs.org/events.