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WVU Pres. Benson Visits Weirton on his Welcome Home Tour

WVU Medicine Weirton Medical Center was honored to welcome the new President of West Virginia University, Michael T. Benson, for a special visit as part of his Welcome Home Tour. Benson’s visit provided an opportunity to discuss the hospital’s mission, highlight its ongoing initiatives, and showcase…

Graded-Stakes Competitors Set for WV Derby

East Avenue, a two-time graded-stakes winner in his seven starts thus far, is one of eight 3-year-olds entered in the $400,000 Grade III West Virginia Derby, which will be held Sunday, Aug. 3, at Mountaineer Casino, Resort & Races. The 2025 West Virginia Derby at…

Newell Hosts Third Annual Fun Day

The Newell Community Improvement Coalition and the Newell Volunteer Fire Department are hosting their third annual Newell Fun Day on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at the Newell Community Center, formerly the Wells Building. The fun starts at 11:00 AM with a Dunk Tank, Cornhole Tournament,…

Patterson’s Perspective

by Mark Patterson We debut a new column today. “Patterson’s Perspective” is written by Mark Patterson who brings his knowledge and insight gained after 30+ years in the racing industry at Mountaineer Racetrack, most recently as the popular host of the simulcast show. + Add…

Life with the Parkinheimers

By Jeff & Mary Anne Woofter This Spot is Reserved… for Grace We never thought we’d be “those people.” You know, the ones who slowly pull into the handicap spot near the front of the store, flash a blue placard on the mirror, and step…

WV DERBY Attracts 37 Nominations

The winners of prominent stakes in their most recent starts are among the 37 3-year-olds nominated to the $400,000 Grade III West Virginia Derby, which will be held Sunday, Aug. 3, at Mountaineer Casino, Resort & Races. The 2025 West Virginia Derby will be the…

NC Magic Garden Flourishing

  The  Garden is a “free” entity for New Cumberland citizens. There are twenty raised beds that are available to anyone who signs up at the garden in March, simply by signing the sheet posted in the garden. The “farmer” must take care of their…

City Council Seat Open

The City of New Cumberland has an open Council seat in Ward II. Anne Blankenship, who held the seat, did not run for re-election nor did anyone file. To be eligible, candidates must be residents of Ward II, which begins at Smith Oil, includes Sedgewick…