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Hope Scholarship Funding Available

First semester funding is available for students participating in the Hope Scholarship program to use for the 2025-26 academic year.“My office is excited to award our Hope families with these funds so they can begin finding the education that fits their child’s unique needs,” state treasurer Larry Pack said.“Participants now[Read More…]

WV Student Assessments Continue Positive Trend

West Virginia public school students are improving in English language arts (ELA), mathematics and science according to the most recent state assessment data. The West Virginia Board of Education (WVBE) received results from the 2024-2025 student assessments during its meeting today in Charleston. These include the West Virginia General Summative[Read More…]

Pull Up A Chair

By: Hettie Basil Lighttower I have received some great feedback on recent articles herewith. “Dear Hettie, I really loved your information about spruce oil. I have now ordered some and look forward to trying it. I like you, believe it will bring back good family holiday memories as well. Thank[Read More…]

At the Library

The following books have recently been added to the Brooke County Public Library’s collection: ADULT FICTION LAST PATIENT OF THE NIGHT by Gary Gerlacher. “Emergency physician AJ Docker is no stranger to violence, but the brutal torture and murder of an innocent, young patient demands a response. Together with his[Read More…]

Box Lunch Sale

Wellsburg Christian Church, located at 1001 Charles St. will hold a boxed lunch sale Sunday, Sept 14.Each box will consist of a hot dog with bun, baked beans, potato chips, a piece of fruit, a cookie, and a bottle of water.Cost is $5 per box and orders must be placed[Read More…]