State Treasurer Larry Pack plans to propose to the state Legislature a constitutional amendment that would prevent any individual serving in the office of Secretary of State, Auditor, State Treasurer, Commissioner of Agriculture, or Attorney General for more than three consecutive terms.“Establishing term limits will help ensure politicians serve the[Read More…]
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Pull Up A Chair
By: Hettie Basil Lighttower Are you a dog person or a cat person? Or maybe you are just an animal lover in general. Or maybe you are more into birds, reptiles or God forbid even spiders. Not I. Pets are very important to most people. A few people in my[Read More…]
Never Ever Give Up
By: Bryan GoldenPersistence is the foundation of success. Although there are many ways to describe success, there is only one definition of failure – giving up. Whatever your meaning of success, you will only achieve it through persistence.“Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence.Talent will not; nothing[Read More…]
At the Library
The following books have recently been added to the Brooke County Public Library’s collection: ADULT FICTION AN INSIGNIFICANT CASE by Philip Margolin. “Charlie Webb is a third-rate lawyer who graduated from a third-rate law school and, because he couldn’t get hired by any of the major law firms, he’s opened[Read More…]
“Cook by the Book” Recipe Club
Do you love browsing through cookbooks and trying new recipes? Do you enjoy sampling and sharing new dishes with good company? Then join us at the Brooke County Public Library for an adults-only recipe club!Every month will have a theme; you choose a recipe, make it up and bring it[Read More…]
Storybook Yoga at the Library
The Brooke County Library will be holding storybook Yoga for children and caregivers on Wednesday, Feb., 26, at 5 p.m., in the River Room with Taylor Provenzano from Soulshine Yoga. Read, move and breathe. A yoga class and storytime rolled into one. Bring a mat or towel and join us[Read More…]
Seed Starting Class to be Held
The Tri-State Area Master Gardeners will present a seed starting class Saturday, Feb. 22, at 11 a.m., at the Brooke County Public Library River Room, 945 Main St., Wellsburg. Topics covered during the class will include seeds, soil, fertilizer, containers, light and much more.
Chewning Family’s $100,000 Gift to Bethany College Inspires Legacy of Generosity
Bethany College announces a they have received a gift of $100,000 from Paul Chewning ’75 and Liz Stevens Chewning ’79 to the Build for a Lifetime campaign. This remarkable contribution will further the College’s mission to enhance its facilities, enrich academic programs, and elevate the student experience.“We are deeply grateful[Read More…]
WLU to Implement Canvas Learning Management System
West Liberty University (WLU) is proud to announce it has adopted the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS), a state-of-the-art software platform that connects educators and students through teaching, course management, and engagement tools.The new software will be available for the fall 2025 semester, replacing an outdated system.Developed by educational technology[Read More…]
WVPA Holds Legislative Lookahead
By: Autumn SheltonWest Virginia Press AssociationThe West Virginia Press Association held its annual Legislative Lookahead Feb. 7 at the Culture Center in Charleston. The event brought members of print, broadcast and digital journalism together to hear from the state’s legislative leaders, statewide elected officials and more on their plans and goals[Read More…]