Ashton Lucas Knuutila of Weirton has earned an Associate of Arts in General Studies from University of Maryland Global Campus in spring 2024.Knuutila was one of more than 14,000 students worldwide who earned degrees from UMGC in the 2023-24. Graduates came from all 50 states, three U.S. territories, and 24[Read More…]
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At the Library
The following books have recently been added to the Brooke County Public Library’s collection: ADULT FICTION EXTINCTION by Douglas J. Preston. Erebus Resort, occupying a magnificent, hundred-thousand acre valley deep in the Colorado Rockies, offers guests the experience of viewing woolly mammoths, Irish Elk, and giant ground sloths in their[Read More…]
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, August 29 at 5 p.m. in person and virtual to discuss the book “The Dog Stars” by Peter Heller. You[Read More…]
Dolly Parton Read-Aloud Day at the Library
The Brooke County Public Library will celebrate Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Day – Dolly Day- on Friday, August 9, from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. at the front circle by the flagpole as part of read-alouds around the state.The Dolly Day events will feature a read-aloud of the book “I Am A[Read More…]
Cleveland-Cliffs to Repurpose Tinplate Mill As Electrical Distribution Transformer Production Plant
Steel manufacturer Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., on Monday, announced that it will repurpose its Weirton-area Half Moon Industrial Complex to serve as a new electrical distribution transformer production plant. The complex has been dormant in recent months following the company’s shift away from tinplate production. Once made again operational, the plant will[Read More…]
WVNCC Expands HVACR Program to Weirton Campus
West Virginia Northern Community College (WVNCC) is announcing the expansion of its HVACR (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration) program to the Weirton Campus starting this fall semester. Classes will commence on August 26.WVNCC has offered the HVACR program on its Wheeling campus for several years and will now extend[Read More…]
WVDH Empowers EMS Crews with New Statewide Protocols
The West Virginia Department of Health (DH) has rolled out new statewide emergency medical services (EMS) protocols designed to empower first responders with faster decision-making capabilities.Cabinet Secretary Sherri Young, DO, MBA, FAAFP, said the new protocols, which took effect on July 1, 2024, were developed by Dr. P.S. Martin, State[Read More…]
WVDH Highlights Importance of Back-to-School Immunizations
As the new school year approaches, the West Virginia Department of Health (DH) underscores the importance of ensuring students are up to date on their immunizations. Immunizations (also called vaccines or shots) are one of the most important ways to protect children from diseases, and they are especially important for[Read More…]
Fall Soccer Registration Open
Brooke County soccer fall registration is now open through August 10. Those interested in registering may do so at www.brookesoccer.com. In-person registration is also available by appointment.Practice will begin the first week of September.Coaches, referees and volunteers are also needed. Referee class are available. Those who referee can make up[Read More…]
Colliers Native Joins MC’s Physician Assistant Graduate Program
Rachel Kazmirski of Colliers was recently enrolled into Marietta College’s Physician Assistant Graduate Program. Forty students are part of the Class of 2026 that began a rigorous 26-month journey in June.Kazmirski will earn a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies in July 2026 if she completes the requirements of[Read More…]