Melissa Edwards Melissa Edwards, currently the aide supervisor of Granville Manor in Parsons., has been named the newest administrator. Edwards began her transition to her new position on tuesday, Sept. 24. She recently received her degree in hospital administration from the Ashworth Community College in Georgia. Prior to appointment Edwards...
Parsons, WV – Beginning in October 1, 2013, there is a new way to find a quality health insurance plan that fits your needs and your budget through the new WV Health Insurance Marketplace. All plans must cover the care you need, including doctor visits, hospital stays, preventive care, prescriptions,...
ELKINS, W.Va. – A donation from the Davis Memorial Hospital Auxiliary will help keep babies safer while they are sleeping. The group donated newborn “SleepSacks” just in time for SIDS Awareness month in October. SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) is responsible for more than 2,000 sudden, unexplained infant deaths each...
MORGANTOWN—United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in West Virginia is announcing their offices are closed due to the current lapse in funding of the Federal Government. Offices will reopen upon passing of a continuing resolution or a new budget. Construction activities requiring inspection by NRCS...
Fuel Your Community partnership grows to 20 states this October The American Red Cross is excited to announce the expansion of its partnership with Suburban Propane. Over the past two years, Suburban Propane has provided promotion, volunteer and blood drive sponsorship across the Northeast and is now expanding its support...
2013 Leaf Peeper’s Festival Business Decorating Contest Best Outdoor Decorations- Mountain Mist Florist, Thomas Best Window Display- The Picket Patch, Thomas Honorable Mention- Sirianni’s, Davis 2013 Leaf Peeper’s Festival Duck Winners 1st Place- Jessica Scowcroft 2nd Place- Jim Odom 3rd Place- Frann Shupp Last Place Duck- Suan Bean 2013 Leaf...
CHARLESTON – This October, the West Virginia Medical Institute (WVMI) supports National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to promote regular mammograms to increase early detection of breast cancer. It is also a time to educate people about how to reduce their risk, empower communities to join the fight and...
CHARLESTON – Disasters can strike quickly and often without warning. During National Preparedness Month, the American Red Cross West Virginia Region encouraged all households to get ready for the next emergency or disaster by making a plan, building a kit and staying informed by downloading the Red Cross apps. MAKE...
The St. George United Methodist Women met Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2013, at 7 p.m. at the church. Several members contributed encouraging readings on various topics including the latest blog information on our pastor, Neal Precht. An article entitled, “Surviving Domestic Violence” was read from Response Magazine. After roll call in...
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. Oct. 9, 1877: The Episcopal Church created the Diocese of West Virginia. The initial convention of the new diocese met at St. John’s Episcopal in Charleston,...
The week of July 14 – 20 those attending were, (L to R), front row, Rachel Felton, Kyriah Hall, Mallikye Ware, Hannah Veal, Tory Paul, Ivy Wilt, and Eden Burton. Middle row, Ethan Pacella, John Palmer IV, Emily Hall, Nevaeh Nichols, Trinity Bever, and Resi Anderson. Back row, Maya Paul,...
Adrianna Mickelle Bowley. Adrianna Mickelle Bowley. The Mountain State Forest Festival is pleased to announce the appointment of Adrianna Mickelle Bowley to the 77th Royal Court of Maid Silvia by Monongahela National Forest Supervisor Clyde Thompson. Ms. Bowley is the daughter of Robin and Kimberly Bowley of Hambleton. She is...
Lewis Jett of WVU Extension teaching about plant health The Tygarts Valley Conservation District (TVCD) sponsored the first Horticulture Field Day on Friday Sept. 20. The field day was held at the Sickler Farm in the Chestnut Ridge area of Barbour County. During the morning session FFA students were...
Victory Media, the premier media entity for military personnel transitioning into civilian life, has named Eastern West Virginia Community and Technical College to the coveted Military Friendly Schools® list for the third year in a row. The 2014 Military Friendly Schools® list honors the top 20 percent of colleges, universities...
The Mountaineer Garden Club choose the home Jason and Rebecca Myers as the residential yard of the month. Lohr & Barb Funeral Home was chosen for the commercial yard of the month by Mountaineer Garden Club
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. Oct. 2, 1923: Medal of Honor recipient Woody Williams was born in Fairmont. On February 23, 1945, during the Battle of Iwo Jima, Williams neutralized seven...
Dean Hardman from the Jackson's Mill "History Hitting the Road" at 2012 Leaf Peeper's School Day This Friday, Sept. 27, the Tucker County Chamber of Commerce will again sponsor a field trip for Tucker County school children grades K-8 to visit exhibits at the 25th Annual Leaf Peeper’s Festival in...
Under sunny skies and warm temperatures, Holly Meadows Golf Course in Parsons, hosted the tenth-annual Neil Gutshall Memorial Golf Tournament Aug.31 and Sept.. 1. Although no one won the hole-in-won prize, a convertible 2013 Camaro provided by Performance Motors of Parsons and Elkins, everyone enjoyed a wonderful competition throughout both days...
Vendors and customers at the Davis Market There’s always lots of produce, a variety of baked goods & jams as well as USDA meat at Davis Friday night Taste of Tucker Farmers Market. The market runs from 4-6p.m. (though vendors are often set up by 3) outside Boomtown Java. The Davis...
The West Virginia Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure® has awarded a $13,310 grant to The Foundation of Mon General Hospital to provide free mammograms in conjunction with the annual Tucker County Health Fair. Residents will be able to sign up for the free mammograms at the Tucker...
