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Reviving Ronceverte
Mark Trent (left) and Dan Withrow (right) salvaged the old storefront window from the Sportsman and have installed it behind the bar, one of many thoughtful touches in the space paying homage to the building’s rich history. By Sarah Richardson Mark Trent and Dan Withrow have joined forces to revive the Sportsman Tavern, a Ronceverte staple and one of the oldest bars in the state of West Virginia, after more than four years of planning this passion project. Originally opened in 1930, the Sportsman was a popular spot for much of the county throughout the 1970’s and ‘80s. Mark and Dan are both Roncevertians, born and raised, and met years ago when Dan performed a home inspection for Mark, who...
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Renovations begin at travel plazas on West Virginia Turnpike
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Renovations have started at two travel plazas on the West Virginia Turnpike. The state Department of Transportation said Wednesday that restroom, food and parking facilities at the Beckley and Bluestone […]
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Marshall University announces 54th Winter Jazz Festival
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (AP) — The Marshall University School of Music will present its 54th Annual Winter Jazz Festival Feb. 16-18 with a series of free public performances. The festival will feature local, regional and national […]
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Crowds decry gender-affirming treatment ban in West Virginia
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Crowds at the West Virginia state Capitol pleaded with lawmakers Thursday to show as much compassion for saving the lives of transgender children as they showed for unborn fetuses when they voted to […]
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Lawsuit: WVa abortion ban irrational, unconstitutional
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — An abortion provider filed a lawsuit Wednesday seeking to overturn West Virginia’s near-total ban, saying it is unconstitutional, irrational and causes irreparable harm to the state’s only abortion […]
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West Virginia House OKs bill expanding advocate’s authority
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia’s House of Delegates unanimously passed a bill Wednesday to expand the authority of the state foster care advocate to investigate allegations of abuse and neglect. Before the 100-member […]
Local News
American Pickers to film in West Virginia
The American Pickers are excited to return to West Virginia! They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hit...
First Fridays After 5 on winter hiatus
The Downtown Lewisburg Businesses announce that there will be no First Fridays After 5 event until Apr. 7 and will...
Carnegie Hall’s Museum and Board Galleries feature works by Alderson Quilt Guild
Carnegie Hall’s Winter 2023 Exhibits continue with three galleries featuring the works of regional artists. The Museum and Board Room...
WV Wrestling Dual Team State Championships to be held next weekend
The fourth annual West Virginia Wrestling Dual Team State Championship will be held on Friday, Feb. 3, and Saturday, Feb....
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WV Wrestling Dual Team State Championships to be held next weekend
The fourth annual West Virginia Wrestling Dual Team State Championship will be held on Friday, Feb. 3, and Saturday, Feb....
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Reviving Ronceverte
Mark Trent (left) and Dan Withrow (right) salvaged the old storefront window from the Sportsman and have installed it behind...
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Obituaries
Olen E. Jones, Jr.
Olen E. Jones, Jr. Olen E. Jones, Jr. passed away Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2023 at his residence with his family...
Lawrence B. Tingler, Jr.
Lawrence B. Tingler, Jr. White Sulphur Springs -Lawrence B. Tingler, Jr. “Larry”, 82, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2023, at...
Aurora Grace Sydentsticker
Aurora Grace Sydenstricker, infant daughter of Adam and Reynalynn Laya Sydentricker, Jr. of White Sulphur Springs was born and gained...
David Dwayne Richmond
David Dwayne Richmond White Sulphur Springs -David Dwayne Richmond of White Sulphur Springs passed away from cancer Wednesday, Jan. 25,...
Business
Capito, Manchin Make Fish and Wildlife Announcements
U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, and Joe Manchin...
Grist Real Estate hosts Annual Dinner and Awards
It was a festive night at Big Draft Brewing in White Sulphur Springs on Friday, Jan. 20, when Grist Real...
USDA seeks applications for rural energy for America Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development is accepting applications for its Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) to...
USDA seeks applications to support entrepreneurs and create jobs
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development is accepting applications to support economic development and create jobs for people...
Columns
Dear Recycle Lady
Dear Recycle Lady, Are Christmas cards recyclable? If so, should they be put with magazines and ad slicks, or with cardboard? Does glitter pose a problem? Thanks! Putting Away Christmas Dear Putting Away Christmas, Yes, Christmas cards are recyclable. Most Christmas cards recycle with office paper, however, if they are glossy or slick, they recycle with magazines. Cards with gold foil or glitter are not recyclable. The fronts of recycled cards (except Hallmark, American Greetings and Disney, all of which have copyrights) can be sent to St Jude’s Ranch for Children, 100 St. Jude’s Street, Boulder City, NV 89005 for...
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Nature’s Way
I am not super fond of bugs BUT I do love worms. Technically worms are NOT bugs. Ok, to me...
Nature’s Way
By Karen Cohen Oh Snap! After an afternoon of research, I learned a ton about self propagating asparagus. I decided...
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