Manganese leading to discoloration

WEIRTON — The Weirton Area Water Board has reported the presence of increased levels of manganese in the city’s raw water supply is leading to discolored water being experienced by some customers.

As part of upgrades to the water treatment plant, water filter media was removed and replaced with new media. Once “ripened” the new media will assist in enhanced removal of manganese. Water plant staff have made adjustments to their treatment process in an effort to mitigate the issue.

The Water Board states current levels of manganese in the water supply are at 0.05 milligrams per liter, which is above non-mandatory water quality standards, but poses no health risk to the public.

Fundraisers to benefit local schools

WEIRTON — The McDonald’s located on Three Springs Drive in Weirton will hold two fundraisers in the coming days in support of local schools.

The first fundraiser, to be held from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Friday, will benefit the Weir High School wrestling team, while the second, set for 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Dec. 11, will support the St. Paul School STEAM program.

During the fundraisers, 25 percent of all mobile app sales will go to the beneficiaries, along with in-store cash donations accepted through pie sales.

Options for mobile ordering include curbside orders, integrated delivery through the McDonald’s app, in-store pick-up orders, and drive-thru orders using the code from the McDonald’s app.