The following books have recently been added to the Brooke County Public Library’s collection: ADULT FICTION DEATH OF A SMUGGLER by M. C. Beaton. All Hamish Macbeth wants is a quiet life in his peaceful home in the Highland village of Lochdubh. But when his newly-assigned constable arrives, he presents[Read More…]
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Brooke County Library Book Club
A group of friends, a good book, and free-flowing discussion… doesn’t that sound like the ingredients for a wonderful experience. The Brooke County Public Library will be meeting on Thursday, April 24, at 5 p.m., in person and virtual to discuss the book “Lessons In Chemistry” by Bonnie Garmus. You[Read More…]
Holiday Hours
The Brooke County Public Library and Follansbee Branch will be open from 9 a.m.–12 p.m. on Good Friday, April 18. The Brooke County Public Library will be open normal hours on Saturday, April 19.
Story Hour and Brunch with the Easter Bunny
The Brooke County Public Library will be holding a Story Hour and Brunch with the Easter Bunny on Wednesday, April 16, at 11 a.m. Children will enjoy a story, craft, songs, brunch with the Easter Bunny and lots of fun! The Easter Bunny will be available for pictures.Limited spaces available.[Read More…]
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. As part of its efforts to prevent distracted driving and enhance road safety, the Governor’s Highway Safety Program (GHSP) is teaming up with the U. S. Depy of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to remind drivers to prioritize safe road practices[Read More…]
GFWC State Convention Held
The 119th annual GFWC West Virginia State Convention was held March 21-23, at The Greenbrier Resort in White Sulphur Springs. The keynote speaker for the convention was Wendy Carriker, GFWC President-elect.The two day event included bylaw changes, awards to clubs for their outstanding work for volunteering in their communities.Friday was[Read More…]
WVNCC Seeks Nominations for Distinguished Alumni of the Year Award
West Virginia Northern Community College (WVNCC) is now accepting nominations for its 2025 Distinguished Alumni of the Year award. This prestigious recognition, sponsored by the WVNCC Foundation, celebrates the achievements of exceptional alumni who have made significant contributions to their field and community. The award will be presented at the[Read More…]
WVDH Eliminates Delay for Death Certificates
The West Virginia Dept. of Health (DH) has announced a change in its certified death certificate issuance process aimed at improving access to vital records documentation for residents.Effective immediately, West Virginia Health Statistics Center will begin fulfilling all orders for certified copies of death certificates, even when the cause and[Read More…]
WVDA Announces Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program
The West Virginia Department of Agriculture (WVDA) is pleased to announce the return of the West Virginia Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP).The SFMNP is designed to help low-income senior citizens access fresh, local fruit and vegetables. Seniors sign up for the vouchers at their county-level senior center. Applications will[Read More…]
Pull Up A Chair
By: Hettie Basil Lighttower This week was April Fool’s Day. Did you get fooled? Did you get someone with a joke aka lie? I used to be very good at coming up with April fool’s jokes, my sense of humor has an imagination at times. In my latter years, if[Read More…]