The Brooke County Public Library will be showing the film “A Minecraft Movie” rated PG on Thursday, August 14 at 5 p.m.Four misfits are suddenly pulled through a mysterious portal into the Overworld: a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination. To get back home, they embark on a magical[Read More…]
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Bethany College Enrollment Surge Gains National Recognition
Bethany College has been recognized in a recent MSN feature as one of the 50 colleges in the United States experiencing the largest surge in applicants over the past five years, underscoring the historic institution’s ambitious growth strategy and renewed momentum.The national spotlight follows two consecutive years of strong enrollment[Read More…]
Utilities Required to File Notification Plans
By: Charlotte R. Lane, WV PSC Chairman We are in the process of having all utilities file plans with the Public Service Commission on how they will notify customers about outages in service.Utilities across the state have been given a 30-day deadline to file those plans with the Public Service[Read More…]
West Liberty Mourns the Passing of Jack Adams
West Liberty University (WLU) is saddened by the death of Jack Adams, a 1963 graduate of the University and former Board of Governors and WLU Foundation Board member.“Jack Adams was a true Hilltopper whose presence will be missed. He wanted the best for WLU students, both on the court and[Read More…]
West Virginia DMV Encourages Residents to Download Mobile ID App
The West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) encourages West Virginia residents to download the Mobile ID to their smartphones. You will be able to access your digital driver’s license and ID card on your smartphone.“Simplify your life and stay secure,” said DMV Commissioner Everett Frazier. “With the Mobile ID[Read More…]
Youngstown State University Students Named to Dean’s List
Youngstown State University students named to the Dean’s List for Spring Semester 2025 include: Samantha Kress of Weirton, majoring in Nursing; Elizabeth Roush of Weirton, majoring in Nursing; Kameryn Eckels of Wellsburg, majoring in Nursing; and Ragen Valero of Wellsburg, majoring in Nursing. Dean’s List recognition is awarded to full-time[Read More…]
Students Named to Youngstown State University President’s List
Youngstown State University students earning a perfect 4.0 grade point average have been named to the President’s List for Spring Semester 2025. Local students on that list include Samantha Kress of Weirton, majoring in Nursing; Elizabeth Roush of Weirton, majoring in Nursing; Kameryn Eckels of Wellsburg, majoring in Nursing; and[Read More…]
Pull Up A Chair
By: Hettie Basil Lighttower What do cobalt blue glassware and shungite have to do with anything? Well first of all, what are they??? The blue glassware many moons ago was colored with the mineral cobalt during the glass making process. The process plus cobalt created this glorious shade of blue![Read More…]
Free Strength Training Workout for Older Adults
The Brooke County Public Library is offering Geri-Fit, a 45-minute evidence-based strength training exercise class for older adults. Most of the bodybuilding exercises are performed seated in chairs with a set of light dumbbell weights. As participants become stronger, they can advance to using heavier dumbbells to challenge themselves even[Read More…]
Design A Button Kit Take and Make at the Library
The Brooke County Library will be providing Design A Button Kits for children ages 8-18. Pick up the kit and do at home. There are limited supplies and registration is required. You will be called to pick up your kit at the front desk in Wellsburg.Visit https://brookecountylibs.org/events to register or[Read More…]