Notable events that have taken place on July Fourth
Residents of the United States spend July 4th celebrating the country’s independence. Though July 4 has served as America’s Independence...
Lewisburg native earns Doctor of Pharmacy
James Owens, of Lewisburg, was among the 1,180 graduates who earned degrees and/or certificates from Shenandoah University during the 2025-26...
Greenbrier County Schools announces Summer enrollment dates
Greenbrier County Schools (GCS) invites families to take advantage of upcoming summer enrollment events and discover the outstanding educational opportunities...
A Look Back
In 1926, Ronceverte’s The West Virginia News published posters (one shown) promoting Philadelphia’s Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition (“Sesqui”) to celebrate 150...
What really happened to the men who signed the Declaration
When 56 men put their names to the Declaration of Independence in the summer of 1776, they were not signing...
The strangest 4 of July in history
As the nation celebrates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence this week, it is worth remembering what happened...
The Fourth of July, by the numbers
250 — Years since the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. This year's celebration marks...
Dear Recycle Lady
Dear Recycle Lady, Why is the month of July called Plastic Free July? Ardent Recycler Dear Ardent Recycler, The month...
Carnegie Hall kicks off 2026 Ivy Terrace Concert Series celebrating America250
Strings of Green The Carnegie Hall 2026 Ivy Terrace Outdoor Music Series continues with Strings of Green on Thursday, July...
WVDNR Shares Boating Safety Tips Ahead of July 4th Weekend
The Fourth of July holiday is one of the busiest times of year for boating recreation and the West Virginia...
