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A mountain of determination – Jerry Laufer’s 13-year Winterplace dream
Jerry Laufer stands with a copy of Winterplace’s original master plan, which only had three ski lifts compared to the eight in operation today. Laufer (second from right) is pictured here at Winterplace’s groundbreaking event. By Sarah Richardson The story of Jerry Laufer’s connection to Winterplace Ski Resort is one of quiet tenacity and perseverance, about believing in a dream, and being dedicated to that dream through nearly every trial and tribulation possible. Laufer, who now resides in Lewisburg, spent years of his youth invested in the idea of launching a ski area in Raleigh County on Flat Top Mountain, more specifically, on Huff Knob. The original emblem for Flat Top Mountain Ski Area, designed by Laufer while marketing Flat...
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Local News
Coffman Hill Road Bridge closure announced
County Route 41, Coffman Hill Road, will have a bridge closure from milepost 4.57 to 4.58 beginning at 7:30 a.m....
Greenbrier County Magistrate Court Convictions
Clinton Dale Kyle, Crawley, 1) domestic battery, jail 146 days; 2) domestic Assault, jail 6 months - suspended and placed...
Governor Patrick Morrisey gives update on budget shortfalls
At a press conference earlier this week, Governor Patrick Morrisey addressed members of the media about issues with the state...
Ticket sales for 2025 Chocolate Fest start this Valentine’s Day
Tasting tickets for the 17th annual Lewisburg Chocolate Festival will go on sale locally at the Greenbrier Valley Visitors Center...
Sports News
Sea Dragons compete in New Year’s Splash Bash
The GVAC Sea Dragons will compete in the TYR Top 10 Invite on Feb. 22 and 23. The Greenbrier Valley...
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Opera House Story Sessions set for February 15 at PCOH
The Pocahontas County Opera House is thrilled to announce a significant event in its 25th anniversary season: “Opry Night: Story...
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Obituaries
Steven Wayne Glenn, Sr.
Steven Wayne Glenn Sr., 40, of Staunton, VA, passed away on Feb. 2, 2025. His departure leaves a profound void...
Pamela Kay Toney
Pamela Kay Toney, 64, of Ronceverte, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025 at CAMC Greenbrier Valley Medical Center....
Nick Zvegintzov
Nick Zvegintzov, formerly of Duo, passed away on June 3, 2024 in Staten Island, NY, at age 84. “Nick Z”...
Michael Lynn Carr
Michael Lynn Carr, 67, of Rupert passed away Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025 at his home. Born Feb. 1, 1958; he...
Business
New River Conservancy welcomes Andy Davis as new board member
New River Conservancy new board member, Andy Davis, brings experience in environmental sustainability to this new position. (Photo by Elizabeth...
CAMC invited public to help name new robot
CAMC Greenbrier Valley Medical Center wants to show off its Christmas gift to the public. A robot was installed the...
Awardees recognized at West Virginia Hive annual Open House and Awards Ceremony
The West Virginia Hive held its annual Open House and Awards Ceremony Dec. 13 at the Historic Black Knight Conference...
Owners of Waymaker’s Meadows Farm in Monroe County are winners of Pitch Southern West Virginia Business Idea Competition
Derek and Michelle Miller, owners of Waymaker’s Meadows Farm in Monroe County, are winners of the recent Pitch Southern West...
Columns
Dear Recycle Lady
Dear Recycle Lady, What is the difference between nurdles, microplastics and microbeads? Need Clarification Dear Need Clarification, Nurdles, which are small lentil-sized pellets, are the building blocks for various plastic products, such as bottles, containers, and toys, according to nurdles.org.uk. Nurdles break down into smaller pieces of plastic called microplastics that are less than 5mm (¼ inch) in size. These small pieces of microplastics continue to break down into very tiny balls of plastic called microbeads. These microbeads are found in personal care items such as cosmetics, toothpaste, and facial scrubs. The microbeads continue to break down into even smaller...
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Trump’s tariffs By Roger Vannoy Cost of living has skyrocketed in the past few years, partly due to the COVID-19...
Commentary – Mission accomplished: WV Secretary of State’s Office has regained voter, legislature, and county clerks’ confidence
By Mac Warner, WV Secretary of State I have thoroughly enjoyed my tenure as Secretary of State. I love serving...