Search underway for new executive director to lead the non-profit’s multiple programs. ELKINS, WV – The Randolph County Housing Authority (RCHA) has announced changes to its leadership team and the resumption of the First Step Heavy Equipment Training (FSHET) program. Graham Godwin has resigned as RCHA’s Executive Director...
Elkins, WV – Davis Medical Center (DMC) is proud to announce that its Cardiovascular Lab has been awarded reaccreditation for Vascular Testing by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC). Reaccreditation is granted for a three-year term in the areas of Peripheral Venous Testing, Peripheral Arterial Testing, and Extracranial Cerebrovascular Testing. Someone...
CHARLESTON, WV - It’s that time again. It’s time to renew your West Virginia vehicle registration. The West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles will send you a registration renewal reminder postcard 60 days before your registration expires. You can renew your registration in several ways. Make sure to have your...
Public, private, and nonprofit leaders throughout Appalachia are encouraged to apply for ARC’s free nine-month training program. WASHINGTON, D.C., April 10, 2024—Today, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) opened applications for the sixth class of the Appalachian Leadership Institute (ALI), a nine-month leadership development training opportunity with a focus on economic development in...
A special committee for the City of Charleston convened last week to review the final engineering and architectural report for Charleston's Municipal Auditorium, which the City closed in February after finding significant life safety hazards during a routine inspection. WSAZ 3 News published a news story that included the full report. You...
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Charleston, WV - April is designated as Alcohol Awareness Month to raise awareness about the dangers of alcohol misuse and help those struggling with addiction find support and treatment. Alcohol misuse is the third leading preventable cause of death in the United States, with over 178,000 people dying from alcohol-related...
CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Justice, as Chairman of the West Virginia School Building Authority (SBA), announced a groundbreaking investment today as the SBA approved an award of $149,851,553.00 for 18 new needs-based projects. This latest funding builds upon a previous award of $111 million in December 2023, bringing the total awards for Fiscal...
Fairmont State University’s Ruth Ann Musick Library and the NASA Katherine Johnson IV&V Education Resource Center have partnered to host a grant funded Star Party, where members of the community are invited to explore the night sky and learn about astronomy. The event will take place on Monday, April 15...
The first building permit has been approved for Phase Two of the Riverwalk Development in Davis. Phase Two of the project, pictured, had previously been held up due to the recently dismissed Eminent Domain filing by the Town of Davis. The Town's dismissal of the filing and the approval of...
Beginning April 2nd, the National Weather Service reported a 72 hour precipitation total of 3.25 inches for the Parsons area. The heavy rainfall on April 3nd caused flooding of the road that resulted in the closure of US 219 from Kerens to Parsons. According to WVDOH Comptroller Steve Schumacher, the...
Architect Bryson Van Nostrand updates the Parsons City Council on four alternatives for a combination residential/commercial construction on the lot next to the Veterans Memorial. The previous building located at 193 Main Street was one of several buildings demolished in Parsons. The demolition project was funded through a state grant....
“I don't want people's flood rates to go up. That would be traumatic,” Kolsun said. By: Lydia Crawley The Parsons Advocate Parsons Mayor Bruce Kolsun addressed concerns surrounding Tucker County no longer having a Flood Plain Manager in the county. Mayor Kolsun spoke during the Good of the Order...
By Teri Cayton The Parsons Advocate I am happy to report that my brother is coming along really great with his radiation treatments. He almost has his normal voice back again and is not feeling too rough yet. Momma Said, “I know it will probably zap him before he is...
The Blackwater Chapter of Daughters of American Revolution will meet on April 13 at Blackwater Falls Lodge. Lunch is at 11:30. The Meeting will begin 12:45 to 1:00 pm Our guest speakers will be Veronica Staron and Paul Torento giving a program about the Blackwater Ministerial Association Food Pantry. ...
Hon. Peter Godwin Van Winkle of W. Va Charleston WV – The following events happened on these dates in West Virginia history. To read more, go to e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclopedia at www.wvencyclopedia.org. April 10, 1848: John Kenna was born in Kanawha County. In 1883, the state legislature elected...
Garrett College hosted An Evening Abroad last Thursday to celebrate its 10 international students. The students, left to right, are: Brandon Metivier, Stefan Machkovski, Wyatt Slocum, Giancarlo Bernardo, Musulyn Pinney, Sara Tabuena, Courtney Milner, Tawananyasha Mirira, Lucas Bridger, and (seated) Manuela Peres de Castro. Garrett College’s international students participate in...
North Central Community Action will be taking applications for the 2024 Garden Program beginning May 10, 2024. The Garden Program was designed to help families supplement their food supply by providing seeds, plants, and education on gardening. Participants will receive a voucher to purchase vegetables or fruit plants and seeds. Qualifying...
MGC met at Five River Library on April 2nd. Plans for liter pick up were completed for the week of 04/15-04/17 along the Allegheny Bike trail. Summer flowers in a prepared container with Canna, sweet potato vine and million bells will be raffled off at the Spring Craft Show at...
Laker Angel Oquendo finished a four-game weekend set hitting .538 with two runs and six RBI. Garrett College went 3-1, including 3-0 in NJCAA Division II Region 20 baseball games. Lakers sweep Hagerstown, blank Westmoreland in D-II contest McHenry, MD – Not all baseball games are created equally – as...
