State Treasurer Larry Pack has launched the statewide SMART529 “When I Grow Up” student and teacher essay contest.“As a parent and a grandparent, I know how important it is to invest in our children because they are the future and our legacy,” Pack said.“That’s why we are here today –[Read More…]
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Historic Preservation Development Grant Applications Open
Applications are now being accepted for matching (50-50) historic preservation Development Grants through the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) of the Department of Arts, Culture and History.Eligible projects include the restoration, rehabilitation or archaeological development of historic sites listed in the National Register of Historic Places.Applications must be submitted through[Read More…]
Pull Up A Chair
By: Hettie Basil Lighttower Last time we talked, we enjoyed a few great ideas for healthy sweet treats. I have collected a few more of them, but I’d like to share a few non-sweet ones with you today. We can switch around our taste buds can’t we?Did you know that[Read More…]
At the Library
The following books have recently been added to the Brooke County Public Library’s collection: ADULT FICTION A LAMB TO THE SLAUGHTER by William W. Johnstone and J. A. Johnstone. Two drifters, flush with cash and looking to buy cattle, arrive in town-one nursing a bullet wound he claims he received[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…]
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, Feb. 6, 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.
Brooke County Library to Screen Documentary
Brooke County Public Library will host a screening of A Tree of Life: The Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting, courtesy of GoodDocs, followed by a live panel discussion of individuals joining us via zoom, on February 4, 2025 from 12pm-2pm.On October 27, 2018, a gunman opened fire inside a Pittsburgh synagogue, murdering[Read More…]
Euchre Tournament
A euchre tournament will be held Sunday, Feb. 16, at 2 p.m., at the Follansbee American Legion. Signups will begin at 1 p.m. The cost to buy in will be $10.
Lions to Celebrate Anniversary
The Follansbee Lions Club will celebrate its 85th anniversary with a dinner Thursday, Feb. 6, at 6 p.m., at Scaffidi’s Restaurant and Tavern.Present and past club members, along with supporters, are invited to attend the event. The cost will be $25. Reservations should be made by Jan. 30 by calling[Read More…]
WVNCC Secures $1.5 Million U.S. Department of Labor Grant for Workforce Innovation
West Virginia Northern Community College (WVNCC) has been awarded $1.5 million as part of the U.S. Department of Labor’s $65 million Strengthening Community Colleges (SCC) Training Grant initiative. WVNCC is one of only 18 institutions nationwide—and the only recipient in West Virginia—to receive this prestigious funding.The grant will fund WVNCC’s[Read More…]