The West Virginia Poison Center Provides Safety Tips for SummertimeSunshine and warm weather means more people are enjoying the outdoors. There are a few common outdoor poisons people encounter more during the summer—tiki torch fuel, lighter fluid, and pool chemicals. Following a few safety tips from the West Virginia Poison[Read More…]
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Studio Art Major Attends Summer Residency in NYC
West Liberty University student Lilianna Hardt participated in the New York Academy of Art’s Summer Undergraduate Residency. The program ran from June 4th to July 1st with acceptance to the program being competitive and based on a portfolio review of her student artwork. “For her to compete against students from[Read More…]
At the Library
The following is a list of books recently added to the Brooke County Public Library’s collection: ADULT FICTION LITTLE PAULA by V. C. Andrews. Faith Eden’s brief foray into motherhood is marked by tragedy. Distraught that her baby was ripped away from her, she is determined to get little Paula[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[Read More…]
Mah Jongg Fridays at t he Library
Join us at the Brooke County Public Library for Mah Jongg Fridays!Do you love to play Mah Jongg? Are you looking for a group to play with? Drop by the library and join the fun! We will play every Friday from 1-3:30 p.m. Bring a set of tiles if you[Read More…]
Matcha Sweets Workshop at the Library
Join us at the Brooke County Public Library on Friday, August 4, at 12 p.m. for a “Matcha Sweets Workshop” Japanese Cooking Class presented by Manami Kawazoe, Japanese Outreach Coordinator from West Liberty University. Learn how to create a Matcha Parfait with Manami.Space is limited and registration is required. Call[Read More…]
Mildred Jean Mitchell
MILDRED JEAN MITCHELL, 70, a lifelong resident of Follansbee, WV died peacefully on Monday, July 24, 2023, at Brightwood Center in Follansbee. Mildred was born on August 30, 1952, in Steubenville, OH, a daughter of the late Harry Ray and Evelyn (McKinney) Mitchell, Jr. In addition to her parents Mildred[Read More…]
Patricia Louise Jones
PATRICIA LOUISE JONES, 67, of Weirton, WV passed away Sunday, July 23, 2023, at Weirton Medical Center. She was born April 5, 1956, in Washington, PA, The daughter of the late Wellington “Bud” Thomas and Mabel Cumberledge Thomas. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Gary Robinson. Patty[Read More…]
John R. “Rich” Bohrer
JOHN R. “RICH” BOHRER, 88, of Weirton, WV passed away Friday, July 21, 2023, at Valley Hospice, Steubenville, OH. He was born February 12, 1935, in Steubenville, OH, The son of the late John E. and Hazel A. Moore Bohrer. He was also preceded in death by grandchildren, Martin Kempen,[Read More…]
Joseph Michael Green
JOSEPH MICHAEL GREEN, 38, of Weirton, WV, a loving father and son, passed away unexpectedly at home on Thursday, July 20, 2023. He was born on September 3, 1984, in Steubenville, a son of Ronald E and Kathy (Shields) Green Lipscomb. Joe graduated from Weir High School in 2003 and[Read More…]