The Most Rev. Evelio Menjivar-Ayala’s appointment as the 10th Bishop of the Wheeling-Charleston Diocese already is a special moment for him. It has been made even more special, he said, with who he will replace in that role. Menjivar is taking the baton of the diocese from the Most Rev. ...
WINTERSVILLE — Joel John likes to talk about the growth he has seen in the event —and the village — since Wednesdays in Wintersville was launched in 2021. "The event has brought many different aspects to the community," he explained. "It started as an extension of the farmers market and it has continued to grow to include children's activities and contests." The owner of Exquisite Creations by Joel, John also is the chairperson of the group that coordinates Wednesdays in Wintersville. The monthly street fair that runs along Main Street, roughly between Wintersville Methodist ...
BLOOMINGDALE – People looking to expand their horizons can now take part in summer adult career training at Jefferson County Joint Vocational School. Three certified adult education programs are available, including the return of phlebotomy and certified nursing assistant (CNA) courses, as well as the newly added HVAC class. All courses will be completed within a three-week period. Phlebotomy classes run from June 1-9 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., with clinicals on June 10-19 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuition is $600, with additional expenses for textbooks, uniforms, a tuberculosis test, ...
NEW CUMBERLAND — Youth across the region are invited to step into a world of adventure, leadership and fun at the 2026 Hancock County 4-H Camp, themed “Knights of the Five Kingdoms.” This year’s medieval-inspired overnight camp will take place June 22–26 at Tomlinson Run State Park. Campers will spend five days immersed in a kingdom of their own, building friendships, learning new skills and experiencing the outdoors. Open to youth interested in 4-H, the overnight camp blends tradition with creativity through a variety of activities. Participants can try archery, explore ...
WEIRTON — WVU Medicine Weirton Medical Center is investing in care for local youth. Hospital officials were joined by guests to announce the start of construction of a new WVU Medicine Pediatrics Office, which will be located at 105 Mill Road within the Park Drive business ...
WHEELING — A provision in the Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026 that passed the U.S. House on Thursday would criminalize greyhound racing nationwide. That means the nation’s two remaining dog tracks — Wheeling Island Casino Hotel Racetrack and Mardi Gras Casino & Resort, both ...
