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Morrisey’s Mobile Office sets October stops
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey announced a representative from his office will meet with central and southeastern West Virginia residents in October to discuss consumer-related issues and answer any potential questions. “These public events are a great way for consumers to talk one-on-one with our consumer representatives,” Attorney General Morrisey said. “Residents can easily get questions answered, learn what is going on in their area and how to keep personal information safe and secure.” Justin Arvon, a consumer outreach and compliance specialist with the office, will host the events as scheduled below: Oct. 11: noon to 1 p.m. at Wendy’s, HC 30 Box 182AA, 38232 Midland Trail E., Caldwell Oct. 18: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Tootsie’s Place,...
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West Virginia fall turkey hunting season opens Saturday
FARMINGTON, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia’s fall hunting season for wild turkey is scheduled to open Saturday in all 55 counties. The season will last through Oct. 16. It will be extended for an additional week in seven counties […]
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Funding will remove abandoned, dilapidated structures in WVa
MATOAKA, W.Va. (AP) — Grants totaling $9.2 million are going to 21 West Virginia communities to remove abandoned and dilapidated structures, officials said. The funds will be given as reimbursement for demolition projects and […]
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Frustration and desperation mount as Ian’s effects linger
FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — Days after the skies cleared and the winds died down in Florida, Hurricane Ian’s effects persisted Monday, as people faced another week without power and others were being rescued from homes […]
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Amid crises, rural roots anchor Southern Baptists’ president
FARMERSVILLE, Texas (AP) — On the first Saturday of fall, a sweating Bart Barber trekked across a weedy pasture in search of Bully Graham, the would-be patriarch of the rural Baptist pastor’s fledgling cattle herd. With the […]
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Mahomes throws for 3 TDs, Chiefs overwhelm Buccaneers 41-31
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Patrick Mahomes had all the answers for solving Tampa Bay’s stingy defense, winning his latest matchup against Tom Brady in the stadium where the seven-time Super Bowl winner dealt him one of his most […]
Local News
Greenbrier County School Board urges Yes Vote on Levy at public forums
By Adam Pack The Greenbrier County School Board held a public forum on Monday, Sept. 27, to inform citizens of...
Alexander Arbuckle House turns 200 Years Old
Painting of the Alexander Arbuckle House in 1968 by Stella Butler By Jim Arbuckle The Alexander Arbuckle House, located four...
Sen. Baldwin leads Family Treatment Court panel at Healing Appalachia
Senate Minority Leader Stephen Baldwin moderated a panel discussion on Fayette County’s Family Treatment Court during day two of the...
Section of GRT to close starting October 3 as Lewisburg Council approves agreement with DNR
By Sarah Richardson Lewisburg City Council held a special meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 27, to review the details of an...
Sports News
Greenbrier East High School Golfer of the Week
John Bicksler Name: John Bicksler Grade: Sophomore G.P.A.: 4.00 Parents: Doug Bicksler and Leslie Bicksler Hometown: Lewisburg Favorite Golfer: Bubba...
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Celebrate the Fall Harvest with Sidewalk Sale in Downtown Lewisburg
Meet new artists, indulge in food and drink samples, and enjoy late evening shopping Oct. 7 in downtown Lewisburg. Everyone...
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Obituaries
Lori L. Reed
Ronceverte-Lori L. (Lynny) Reed passed from this earth into Heaven on Friday, Sept. 23, 2022, at her home in Ronceverte....
Leslie Lynn Mugaas
Bozeman, MT-Leslie Lynn (Jones) Mugaas was born July 26, 1942, in Butte, MT, to Robert Leslie Jones, and Louise (Harvey)...
Rosemary E. Bugas
Low Moor, VA-Rosemary E. Bugas, 93, passed peacefully on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022. Born Rosemary Elizabeth McDonough on Oct. 13,...
Linda Lois Griffith
White Sulphur Springs-Linda Lois Griffith, 68, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, at her home after a long and...
Business
New Bike Repair Fix-It Stand installed on Greenbrier River Trail
New Bike Repair Fix-It Stand installed on Greenbrier River Trail The Greenbrier Valley Bike Club has done it again! There...
Greenbrier County CVB recognized at Stars of Almost Heaven Awards
Recipients of 2021 Best Co-Op Ad (Photo Courtesy West Virginia Department of Tourism) Celebrating the tourism industry, the West Virginia...
WV IJDC announces funding for sewer, water projects
The West Virginia Infrastructure and Jobs Development Council announced funding for several projects at its meeting on Sept. 7. The...
Chamber of Commerce to host local market summit
The labor market has undergone seismic shifts these past few years. Everywhere you go, businesses are looking for workers. The...
Columns
Dear Recycle Lady
Dear Recycle Lady, Are balloons really dangerous? They have been used by kids and for parties for years. Likes Balloons Dear Likes Balloons, Balloons, while often used for happy occasions and celebrations, can be dangerous for children. How many times have you seen a child stretching and popping a flat balloon in their mouth? The danger of an uninflated balloon being sucked into the mouth of a child has been repeatedly documented. Being flexible rubber, the balloon can cover the child’s larynx/windpipe and totally obstruct their ability to breathe - like spreading plastic wrap over a bowl. Their attempts to...
Read moreBack Down Country Roads
Our West Virginia Heritage The people of West Virginia, especially those who are descendants of the Greenbrier territory in West...
AG Morrisey announces more than $147M in settlements with Walmart, CVS Pharmacies
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey on Tuesday announced two settlements have been reached between Walmart, CVS and the state...
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