It will be a whole new world for West Virginia University students when they return to classes Aug. 19 in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. But if safety protocols […]
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How do fruits become seedless?
When I was younger, some of my friends believed that if they ate watermelon seeds, a watermelon would grow in their stomachs. They didn’t realize that their stomachs are too […]
Preston County Schools works to create flexible fall plan for returning students
KINGWOOD — The staff for Preston County Schools is developing a plan to return to school this fall, but it must be adaptable. “We will have a plan, and we […]
Monongalia County’s first week of back to school planned for fall pending pandemic situation
It’s no longer the elephant in the room, Monongalia County’s assistant of schools Donna Talerico said, last week. Now, she said, it’s simply the dominant character of the coronavirus. Which, […]
Cee-Bees stress unity, family during graduation
Clay-Battelle High School students, faculty and family took shelter as the rain poured onto the empty chairs, which delayed their 81st graduation ceremony, initially to start at 6:30 p.m. It […]
MHS seniors choose to focus on the positive
Nobody smiles, and shows urgency, at the same time like a high school principal. Paul Mihalko was proving it Thursday evening, as he quickly strode to the microphone. Morgantown High […]
UHS graduates find strength, hope in unity
A global pandemic couldn’t stop University High School’s graduates from walking across the stage and being handed their diplomas on Thursday — and despite its best effort, neither could the […]
Preston High gets creative for class of 2020
By Becky Jones As photographer for this year’s Preston High cap and gown pictures, my interaction with each graduate allowed me to see and hear things most people miss. This […]
Trinity grads celebrate with outdoor ceremony
A golden sun was suspended in the air, on a mellow evening last month, as the Class of 2020 of Trinity Christian School went forth. Thirteen members strong, they were. […]
Face masks mandatory for graduation ceremonies
If you want to show your face at a Monongalia County high school graduation ceremony today, you’ll have to cover your face — before you can even get through the […]
