KINGWOOD — Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Since 1976, every U.S. president […]
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StepStone Family & Youth Services’ annual ‘Wrapped in Love’ blanket drive is under way
As winter settles in and temperatures drop, StepStone Family & Youth Services of West Virginia is encouraging the community to provide warmth and comfort to foster youth in need through […]
Asphalt plants get early start with new pothole patching operation
BY JARETT LEWIS CHARLESTON — Operation R.I.P. Potholes will commence this month. Gov. Jim Justice and the West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) said crews will be tending to some […]
YCF announces 2024 board officers
Your Community Foundation of North Central West Virginia Inc. (YCF) recently announced its 2024 Board of Directors leadership team: Chair Joshua Rogers (Monongalia County), Vice Chair Jenny Weaver (Taylor County), […]
Mon Arts Center announces programs, camps
The Monongalia Arts Center has announced its programming schedule for the first half of 2024, including kids’ summer camps. Dedicated to bringing fun, affordable arts and creativity to the local […]
Inaugural arts program brings out artists and patrons
Downtown hosted its inaugural First Friday last night, designed to highlight the city’s artistic side. From 6-9 p.m., folks could visit exhibitions at Andrew White Guitars, the Monongalia Art Center, […]
Groundhogs say spring on the way
BY CHRIS LAWRENCE About 200 folks looked on Friday under cloudy and overcast skies at the West Virginia Wildlife Center. All eyes were on a brown box on stage held […]
Rose Cousins: Taking flight, while being well-grounded
FAIRMONT — In skies achingly clear over north-central West Virginia 30 years ago, the late Rose Cousins, by all airborne accounts, was a woman content. During those lofty, leisurely afternoons, […]
Right From the Start aims to help guide mothers and children to healthier lives
KINGWOOD — Right From the Start (RFTS) is a statewide program that helps West Virginia mothers and their babies lead healthier lives. Rita McNair, a registered nurse and designated care […]
Registration open for 2024 Women’s and Girls’ Day at the Legislature
The West Virginia Women’s Commission (WVWC) announced that registration is open for the 2024 Women’s and Girls’ Day at the Legislature. The event will be from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday […]
