ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Bids will be received at the office of the Board of Education of the County of Brooke, Wellsburg, WV for the following: ANNUAL TEST AND INSPECTION OF FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS Please submit your proposal to Mr. Donald S. Mitchell, Brooke County Board of Education, Maintenance Foreman, 1201[Read More…]
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WLU Foundation Announces Inaugural Aspire Fund Awards to Support Faculty and Student Initiatives
West Liberty University (WLU) and the West Liberty University Foundation (WLUF) announce the first awards from the Aspire Fund. Established in 2024, in conjunction with the inauguration of WLU’s President Dr. Tim Borchers, the Aspire Fund is designed to promote and support student experiential learning opportunities at WLU. The fund[Read More…]
West Virginia Makes Progress Addressing Roads and Bridges
\The West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOT) is making progress in addressing maintenance of the Mountain State’s road and bridge network, but will continue to face funding challenges in the future, according to the most recent TRIP report, released Tuesday, April 8, 2025.TRIP, of Washington, D.C., is a national transportation[Read More…]
April is Month of the Military Child
The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) and the Common Ground Partnership recognize April as the Month of the Military Child. The month highlights continuing efforts to create a positive school climate and culture that meet the unique needs of military-connected children and families. In addition to hosting special activities[Read More…]
Bridging Resources WV is More Than a Phone Number
Spring symbolizes new growth and possibilities. There are many health and community resources out there to support independent living at home. Whether you have difficulty preparing meals or help with dressing, bathing, cleaning, or require home modifications, Bridging Resources WV can help!When you call Bridging Resources West Virginia, you’ll work[Read More…]
Foraging Class Set
The Tri-State Area Mastergardeners will host a foraging class Saturday, April 26, at 11 a.m., at the Brooke County Public Library, 945 Main St., Wellsburg. The class will feature “Ramp King” Walter Danna, “Wild” Liz Harper and Heather Tokas. Plants that will be discussed include elder berry, plantain, ramps, dandelions,[Read More…]
Flea Market Sale
St Thomas Episcopal Church, located on Three Springs Dr., Weirton will hold a flea market sale Friday, April 25, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. There will be a variety of items for sale including clothes and household items. For more information, call 304.723.4120
Pull Up A Chair
By: Hettie Basil Lighttower Some of you have asked how I came up with my pen name. So, I will share a little bit about what transpired in my thought process on its selection. First of all, Hettie is just a cute name and a little bit of a hint[Read More…]
The Trap of Low Expectations
By: Bryan GoldenHow much you accomplish in life is influenced by what you expect to accomplish. Those with low expectations have a low threshold for what they will be satisfied with. For them mediocrity or less, is good enough.People with high expectations have a standard of excellence for themselves and[Read More…]
At the Library
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…]