Bethany College President Dr. Jamie Caridi and Director of Athletics Brian Sansom have announced Acrobatics and Tumbling as the College’s 22nd intercollegiate varsity sport beginning in the 2024-25 academic year.Acrobatics and Tumbling, an NCAA Emerging Sport for Women with competitions held during the spring sports season, is the evolution of[Read More…]
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WVHC Accepting Application
The West Virginia Humanities Council is accepting applications for mini-grants of $2,000 or less.The council serves West Virginia through grants and direct programs in the humanities and budgets more than $800,000 for grants and programs each year.A variety of grants are offered to nonprofit organizations that support educational programming.The mini-grants[Read More…]
Cornhole Tournament Set
Brooke County NFL Flag Football is planning a cornhole tournament Saturday, May 20, at the Follansbee Middle School field.Registration will begin at 10 a.m. and end at noon. Tossing will begin at noon.Two brackets will be run: Back Yard Baggers for $20 per team and Competitive for $30 per team.The[Read More…]
Part of the Bigger Picture
By: West Virginia PSC Chairman Charlotte R. LaneThis month the Public Service Commission’s Transportation Officers are going to participate in an annual event known as the International Roadcheck, sponsored by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance.International Roadcheck runs for 72 consecutive hours, from midnight Tuesday, May 16, through midnight on Thursday,[Read More…]
Bethany College Graduate 111 During Spring Commencement
Bethany College celebrated the Class of 2023 Saturday in a moving commencement ceremony honoring the achievements of its 102 undergraduate and nine master’s students. The ceremony highlighted the accomplishments of the graduates and the inspiring journey that each of them traversed throughout their college experience.Bethany President Jamie Caridi opened the[Read More…]
At the Library
The following is a list of books recently added to the Brooke County Public Library’s collection: ADULT FICTION THE DEVINE DOUGHNUT SHOP by Carolyn Brown. For Grace Dalton, her sister, Sarah, and her cousin, Macy, the Devine Doughnut Shop is a sweet family legacy and a landmark in their Texas[Read More…]
Afternoon Movie at the Follansbee Library
The Follansbee Library will be showing the movie Missing, rated PG-13 on Friday, May 19, at 12 p.m.When her mother inexplicably vanishes while on a Colombian vacation, a teen named June must rely on the contemporary technology at her disposal to know the truth, encountering a web of secrets about[Read More…]
Teach and Learn at the Library
Looking for a way to make an impact in your community? Join a representative from Necco, a local foster care agency, May 17 anytime between 12-2 p.m. for a one-on-one session for information on how you can become a foster parent. No appointment needed. Light refreshments provided.
Crocheting Club to Meet at the Library
The Brooke County Public Library’s Crocheting Club will be meeting in the River Room of the Brooke County Library on Wednesday, May 17, at 12 p.m. The group is for adult beginners through experts. Bring your own supplies and projects. If you need help, someone will be available to assist[Read More…]
Eudokia “Vicky” Siderides
EUDOKIA “VICKY” SIDERIDES, 92, of Weirton, WV, passed away Friday, May 5, 2023 at Weirton Medical Center. She was born April 6, 1931 in Serras, Greece. Daughter of the late Kalliope and John Tsoutsoumanou. She is also preceded in death by her loving husband of 63 years, George Siderides (March[Read More…]