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10th-annual trivia competition
recruiting teams to participate
STEUBENVILLE -- The Steubenville Kiwanis Club is continuing to recruit teams for its 10th-annual trivia night competition fundraiser that will be held March 14 at Steubenville High School's Commons.
It begins at 7 p.m. and ends at 10 p.m. and offers participants an opportunity to test their knowledge in a "fun, fast-paced trivia competition" environment.
Club Secretary-Treasurer Tom Timmons will continue to serve as event chair of the event where the entry fee is $120 per team for up to 10 people on a team with the fee including 10 mulligans.
Teams interested in participating -- returning teams and new ones -- can contact Timmons at (740) 314-9574.
Teams will compete for cash prizes -- first place, $500; second pace, $250; and third place, $100 -- and bragging rights at the fundraiser that also will include a Chinese auction and a 50-50 drawing. Teams may bring their own snacks.
Placing first in the 2019 event was the Barnesville/Steubenville Public Library team. The Starkdale Presbyterian Church team finished second, and third-place honors went to three-time defending champ, The Plain White T's.
There were 21 teams participating.
Timmons traditionally serves as master of ceremonies of the event led by his sister, Sue Busler of Maryville, Ill., who prepares all of the categories and questions and is "the Alex Trebek" for the competition.
The contest consists of 10 rounds of questions in categories such as history, sports, science, geography, current events and entertainment with a possible score of 100 points per round and a grand total of 1,000 points.
Legal tips to be offered at
Inspiring You workshop
WELLSBURG -- Weirton attorney Michael Simon will share legal tips for current or aspiring owners of small businesses at the next Inspiring You workshop held by the Brooke County Economic Development Authority.
It will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 13 at the Brooke County Public Library.
Those interested in attending the free program should register by calling (304) 737-3666.
Questions for Simon may be submitted by email to bceda-2003@outlook.com no later than Friday.
Operation Valentine campaign
seeks cards for the troops
As part of its Operation Valentine campaign, Chambers and James Funeral Homes in Wellsburg and Follansbee are accepting valentines to be sent to servicemen and women serving abroad.
The cards may be dropped off at either location through Wednesday.
Community relations group
to meet Tuesday in Weirton
WEIRTON --The Community Relations Network will hear from representatives from the West Virginia State University Healthy Grandfamilies at its next meeting at noon Tuesday at 1300 Potomac Ave.
They also will be available from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. to discuss with others how such a program may be established in Brooke and Hancock counties.
Fundraiser dinner Sunday
at Jewett Fire Department
JEWETT -- The Jewett Volunteer Fire Department will host a fundraiser baked steak and baked chicken dinner from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday.
The dinner includes a salad bar, bread, dessert and beverage. The meal cost is $10 for adults and $6 for children.
Four Seasons Seniors select
members for bylaws committee
WEIRTON -- The Four Seasons Seniors held their January meeting at Undo's with President Gene Viola presiding.
Tony LaRosa gave the opening and closing prayers.
After dinner, members played bingo. Carolyn Shaffer read the treasurer's report, and Josie Cekinovich reported there were 38 reservations.
A report was given on get-well cards sent on the club's behalf. The club received a thank-you note from the Victorian Carolers for having them perform at the Christmas program.
Selected to serve on the bylaws committee were Gene Viola, Jose Cekinovich, Norma Yoho, Carolyn Shaffer and Tom Maxwell. Josie Cekinovich won the 50-50 drawing and Larry Purks, the Undo's gift card. Other prize winners were Bev DiBaise, Tony Beltram, Terry Mamula, Chris Sklenar and Ron Fallert.
The next meeting will be held Feb. 19 with entertainment provided by Chuck Lucas.
Satellite veterans office
to be closed on Wednesday
DILLONVALE -- The satellite office of the Jefferson County Veterans Service Commission will be closed on Wednesday.
For information or assistance, call the Veterans Service Office at (740) 283-8571 or visit the office in Suite 310 at 500 Market St., Steubenville.
Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. On the second Wednesday of the month, it closes at noon for a board meeting.