News
Marlinton Mayor: fall festival a huge success
Heather Niday | October 3, 2012 | News
Mayor Joe Smith reported that an international publication covered the Autumn Harvest Festival and Roadkill Cookoff. Plus – council considered donations for local organizations.
Pocahontas Sheriff’s Department leads big drug bust
Heather Niday | October 3, 2012 | News
Sheriff David Jonese said a major drug bust in the Marlinton area Saturday night is just a milestone in a larger investigation.
Bath Heritage Fest kicks off October 5
Heather Niday | October 1, 2012 | News
The Old Dairy Heritage Festival is Friday October 5 through Sunday October 7.
All events are free and open to the public. Reservations are encouraged for all events. Call 540-839-2407 or by email, mary@homesteadpreserve.com. You can also visit the website olddairyheritagefestival.org
Was herbicide sprayed into Knapps Creek?
Heather Niday | October 1, 2012 | News
As one state agency works to restore fish habitat in Pocahontas County, another might have sprayed fish toxin into the upper reaches of Knapps Creek, a trout-reproducing stream. See the accompanying photo gallery.
Pocahontas Artisans Co-op shop marks first year in Marlinton
Heather Niday | September 28, 2012 | News
From the perspective of co-op members, the economy is improving.
Highland schools start year on positive note
Heather Niday | September 28, 2012 | News
The Highland School system is off to a very good start this year. That was the message from Superintendent Dr. Will Crawford at the September School Board meeting.
Judith Avers brings song-writing lessons to Pocahontas County students
Heather Niday | September 28, 2012 | News
Songwriter and folk singer Judith Avers has a talent for setting words to music and she’s sharing her experience with other budding artists in Pocahontas County.
Bruce Bosley Pregame Show – September 28
Heather Niday | September 28, 2012 | News
Hear from last week’s Player of the Game – Spencer McCoy – and Warriors head coach Chris Sutton.
Pocahontas PSD rehashes pipeline issue
Heather Niday | September 27, 2012 | News
The board also discussed the potential impact of a planned sewage treatment plant on the endangered Cheat Mountain Salamander.
Public forums scheduled at all Pocahontas schools
Heather Niday | September 26, 2012 | News
Pocahontas County Board of Education members were pleased with the results of a recent public forum at Hillsboro Elementary School.