All West Virginia children in grades kindergarten-12 are now eligible to apply for the Hope Scholarship Program for the 2026-27 academic year.Existing private school and traditional homeschool students who have not previously been eligible for the program are now eligible to apply to participate in the State’s Education Savings Account[Read More…]
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Pull Up A Chair
By: Hettie Basil Lighttower It’s very possible that winter is over or at least has lost its polar power! I have seen an early spring butterfly called the Mourning Cloak and several small moths called Hooded Owlets. On top of that the dogs have had a few ticks removed already![Read More…]
At the Library
The following books have recently been added to the Brooke County Public Library’s collection: ADULT FICTION WILD SIDE: ROSE HILL by Elsie Silver. She’s always dreamed of her wedding day. And those dreams never included saying “I do” to a man she hates. But when Tabitha’s nephew’s guardianship is contested,[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, March 26, at 5 p.m., in person and virtual to discuss the book “I, Eliza Hamilton” by Susan Holloway Scott.[Read More…]
Afternoon Movie at the Follansbee Library
The Follansbee Library will be showing the movie Now You See Me: Now you Don’t rated PG-13 on Friday, March 20, at 12 p.m.A diamond heist reunites retired Horsemen illusionists with new performers Greenblatt, Smith and Sessa as they target dangerous criminals.Bring your lunch and watch a movie with us.[Read More…]
Aging on Your Terms: Staying Healthy and Independent
By: Dr. Heidi SchwarzwaldHealthy aging isn’t just about luck and genetics; it’s about empowering yourself to live your best life as you get older. By focusing on healthy habits, strong support networks and proactive care, you can significantly improve your quality of life, allowing you to age on your own[Read More…]
Jack Roger Games
JACK ROGER GAMES, 91, of Weirton, WV, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. He was born August 19, 1934, in Glen Dale, WV, the son of the late Jack Wilbur Games and Eleanor K. Patton Games. In addition to his parents,[Read More…]
Michael Arland Tennant
MICHAEL ARLAND TENNANT, 75, of Follansbee, WV passed away March 8, 2026, at home. He was born June 28, 1950, in Wheeling, WV to the late William Arland and Esther Lee Shuman Tennant. He retired as an electrician from Weirton Steel and was a member of the Cedar Lodge Follansbee,[Read More…]
William Bill “Cactus” Clarence Cunningham
WILLIAM BILL “CACTUS” CLARENCE CUNNINGHAM, 95, of Weirton, WV died peacefully on Friday, March 6, 2026, with his family beside him at Weirton Geriatric Center. He was born on March 24, 1930, in Power, WV a son of the late Gloe “Pete” and Helen (Wiles) Cunningham. In addition to his[Read More…]
Dwayne Kirkpatrick
DWAYNE KIRKPATRICK, 63, of Weirton, WV, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at the Carriage Inn in Steubenville, Ohio. Born in Wheeling, WV on September 8, 1962, he was one of three sons of Charlotte Cain Kirkpatrick and the late LeRoy Kirkpatrick. Dwayne was a graduate of Brooke High[Read More…]