Riding the scenic lift at Canaan Valley. Taken by Christal Funk of Mount Storm. Submit your photos and we will publish at least one each week. Email photos, where it was taken and who took it to mikie@parsonsadvocate.com.
THOMAS, W.Va. - The Rehabilitation Center at Cortland Acres is proud to announce that a second therapist has completed specialized training in the ASTYM technique.Stephanie Summerfield, a physical therapist assistant, became a certified ASTYM provider in May. She joins Alisha McCune, director of the Rehabilitation Center at Cortland Acres.“It is...
THOMAS, W.Va. — U-Haul Company of West Virginia is pleased to announce that Kidwell Auto Parts, Inc. has signed on as a U-Haul neighborhood dealer to serve the Thomas community.Kidwell Auto Parts at 413 1st St. in Parsons and 16053 Applachian Hwy in Thomas will offer U-Haul trucks, towing equipment,...
Larry DeLawder will perform in concert during a special worship service at First United Methodist Church of Parsons, at 7 p.m., on Sunday, July 31.Over the past week you may have seen ads or posters regarding Larry DeLawder’s visit to Parsons on July 31st . Yet the question remains, who...
Ridesharing service initially available in Charleston and MorgantownCHARLESTON, W.Va. (July 19, 2016) - Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin and U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin today took the first Uber ride in West Virginia - from the Capitol Market to the State Capitol to announce the official launch of Uber services in the...
SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. - Several important changes in the state’s fall hunting seasons for squirrel, white-tailed deer, black bear and wild turkey are included in the new 2016–2017 West Virginia Hunting and Trapping Regulations Summary brochure.The publication is now available at all West Virginia hunting and fishing license agents, DNR...
By Beth Christian BroschartThe Parsons AdvocateDRYFORK – One of the newest and upcoming sports is available right here in Tucker County! FootGolf is described as a sport where golf meets soccer and a new course is available in Dryfork. Chip Shots FootGolf, owned by Tim and Paula Worden is open...
By Beth Christian BroschartThe Parsons Advocate Jason MyersPARSONS – Parsons City Administrator/Treasurer has been working with flood issues for more than 15 years, and recently he successfully completed the requirements and passed the test and is now a certified floodplain manager.Myers said he is not a test-taker, but said the...
By Beth Christian BroschartThe Parsons AdvocateDAVIS – Microbreweries have become quite popular and Tucker County is fortunate to have three breweries that have followers from all across the state and beyond. Each of these breweries is gearing up for the upcoming Brew Skies Festival, slated for Aug. 19 and 20...
by Beth Christian BroschartThe Parsons AdvocatePARSONS – A Kerens man who was charged with one count of malicious assault and one count of domestic battery, second offense, appeared in Tucker County Magistrate Court Thursday before Tucker County Magistrate Mont Miller.William Glen Murphy, 53, appeared with his attorney Chris Cooper, and...
By Beth Christian BroschartThe Parsons AdvocatePARSONS – The Parsons City Council members met Tuesday and during the meeting, members talked about the bill for the recent street paving, which was about $10,000 more than they had anticipated. Parsons City Administrator/Treasurer Jason Myers said the total cost was a little more...
00A column by Governor Earl Ray Tomblin(July 15, 2016) - Just over three short weeks ago, our state was hit by severe, widespread, historic flooding. Twenty-three people lost their lives. Homes and businesses were destroyed. Communities were devastated. But along with this tragedy came the fastest, most coordinated emergency response...
By Beth Christian BroschartThe Parsons AdvocatePARSONS – Senate Bill 298, referred to as the Sunday Brunch Bill, was passed through the West Virginia Legislature and Governor Earl Ray Tomblin signed it March 29. But Tomblin’s signature merely put the decision to adopt this bill on the individual county voters, after...
By Beth Christian BroschartThe Parsons Advocate Photo by Beth Christian BroschartDan Minkel with the Tucker County Development Authority asks Tucker County Commission to sign a Flex-E-Grant that will provide funds for the City of Davis. Also during Wednesday’s meeting, Commissions approved putting Senate Bill 298 on the November General Election...
Theater workshop students experimenting with shapes. Students pictured are (l-r), Lindsey Hull, Neveah Nichols, Elora Mowery, Recie Anderson, Mikayla and Adrienne Cartwright.Looking for something creative for your sixth - ninth grader this summer? Have children visiting? Need something special? A theater workshop for middle- and high-school aged kids will be...
By Beth Christian BroschartThe Parsons Advocate Photo Beth Christian BroschartHelmick leaving as assistant principal/CTE director at Tucker County High School.PARSONS – A longtime instructor/administrator at Tucker County High School announced he would be leaving his position. J.R. Helmick, former collision repair instructor and Tucker County High School Assistant Principal said...
Photo by Beth Christian Broschart TCHS Principal Jay Hamric welcomes Stephen Cosner, who was hired as the TCHS Assistant Principal by the Tucker County BOE July 5.By Beth Christian BroschartThe Parsons AdvocatePARSONS – The new assistant principal at TCHS will have some big shoes to fill, but Stephen Cosner, who...
Photo by Beth Christian Broschart Cindy Harsh is the new secretary for the Tucker County Extension ServiceBy Beth Christian BroschartThe Parsons AdvocatePARSONS – Those visiting or phoning the Tucker County Extension Office will be greeted with a smiling helpful face – that of Cindy Harsh. She started working in the...
Frances Shifflet (right) of Elkins was the first patient cared for by Cortland Acres Medical Director Dr. Margaret Kaiser (left) in the new Blackwater Short-term Rehabilitation Center at Cortland Acres.THOMAS, W.Va. – Frances Shifflet of Elkins is back home thanks to the quality and compassionate care she received from Blackwater...
Over 9,200 HOSA members, advisors and guests participated in HOSA's first-ever International Leadership Conference in Nashville, TN, June 22-25, 2016. HOSA-Future Health Professionals from all over the country, Canada, American Samoa and Puerto Rico came together to compete, learn and share their HOSA experiences. Conference highlights included 57 health-related competitive...
