In October 2014, Sarah Cartron thought to herself, “I’m going to learn how to make soap, and I’m going to give everyone soap for Christmas.” She turned that whim into […]
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The Top Reasons People Call 211
We’re so often trying to get the word out about what United Way does for this community that it’s often difficult to describe everything in just a few sentences. But […]
Renewal of VFD levy to appear on Preston ballots in May
KINGWOOD — Preston County voters will have the option to renew a levy supporting its volunteer fire departments in May’s primary election. The Preston County Commission unanimously authorized the county […]
Preston voting precincts set to change
A lot of people will be affected by upcoming precinct changes in Preston County. That’s according to County Clerk Linda Huggins, who presented the proposed changes at the Preston County […]
Jacqueline’s raises funds for United Way of Mon, Preston
Thanks to a recent promotion, the United Way of Monongalia and Preston Counties received a check from Jacqueline’s Fine Jewelry for $2,630 to go toward the nonprofit’s 2022 Campaign. United […]
Winter storm brings vehicle accidents in Mon and Preston counties
None of the wrecks in Monongalia and Preston counties during the winter storm Thursday night and Friday morning were serious, according to 911 officials. Most of the area saw 4-7 […]
Preston commission gets COVID update: omicron is here
KINGWOOD — Preston County should expect to see COVID-19 numbers like never before over the next several weeks. That’s because the omicron variant of the virus has made its way […]
Preston Fire Association looks to renew fire levy
KINGWOOD — The Preston County Fire Association plans to ask the county to renew its five-year fire levy at a slightly increased rate on the May 2022 ballot. Chief Owen […]
Preston County officials share most memorable Christmases
KINGWOOD — Laura Ingalls Wilder once said, “Our hearts grow tender with childhood memories and love of kindred, and we are better throughout the year for having, in spirit, become […]
Preston Chamber of Commerce works on workforce development plan
KINGWOOD — The Preston County Chamber of Commerce recently held a strategic planning session on workforce development at the Camp Dawson Event Center. The goal of workforce development is to […]
