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…]
Helen Florine Singleton Blaskovich
HELEN FLORINE SINGLETON BLASKOVICH, 93, of Colliers, WV passed away January 26, 2025, at home. She was born November 14, 1931, in Brilliant, OH to the late John and Arletus Myers Singleton. She was an avid bowler who enjoyed bowling with her husband for over 60 years. In addition to[Read More…]
Charles Leroy Smith
CHARLES LEROY SMITH, 81, of Wellsburg, WV died peacefully on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Liza’s Place in Wheeling, WV. Born on July 21, 1943, in Wheeling, WV a son of the late Roy J. and Eileen Mildred (Newton) Smith. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death[Read More…]
Perry Wright Duckworth
PERRY WRIGHT DUCKWORTH, 78, of Weirton, WV, passed away unexpectedly at his home on January 25, 2025. Born on August 6, 1946, in Steubenville, Ohio, Perry was one of three children born to Clarence and Alice Wright Duckworth. Shortly after graduating from Weir High School in 1964, Perry was drafted[Read More…]