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The WV Department of Human Services Notes Drop in Overdose Deaths
Tim Walker | October 23, 2024 | News
If there is anyone out there who is struggling with addiction or mental health challenges, we encourage them to reach out to “www.HELP4WV.com” a 24/7 helpline offering immediate assistance, confidential support, and resource materials
Pocahontas Opera House Hosts The Onlies Friday Oct 25th
Heather Niday | October 23, 2024 | News
“The Onlies are an old-time string band, a group of old friends.” That’s Riley Calcagno, one of a quartet of musicians that make up the group, the Onlies. They’ll take to the Opera House stage this Friday at 7pm. “The band was started in Seattle, Washington, so pretty far from where Appalachian music comes from,…
Pocahontas BOE Discuss Results of WVDOE’s Annual Balanced Scorecard
Tim Walker | October 22, 2024 | News
Bostic said attendance was marked as needing support which means the school system did not meet the standards set by the state. She said, “I’d guess every county has an attendance issue at this point.”
Fire Cider Class at The Highland Center
Brit Chambers | October 20, 2024 | News
The Highland Center Programs Coordinator Jen Rattigan is set to host a Herbal Vinegars and Fire Cider making workshop on Sunday, October 27 from 2-3 p.m. in the Highland Center Pavillion.
Highland County School Board Meeting Brings Discussion of Stricter Cell Phone and Media Policies for Students
Brit Chambers | October 20, 2024 | News
An extra long meeting leads to a new cell phone policy up for review and an explanation of Virginia’s new accountability model, as well as continued discussion of teacher accreditation.
Highland County Recreation Commission Trick or Treat Trail
Brit Chambers | October 20, 2024 | News
Grab those costumes, work on that make-up, and head out for the fun on October 27. It’s going to be a boo-tiful celebration of friendship and community.
Highland Mid-Kids Radio Club Interviews Jay Myers
Scott Smith | October 18, 2024 | News
Meet the new Highland Middle School English teacher
10-18-24 Weekly Sports Roundup
Scott Smith | October 18, 2024 | News
Scores and stats from the past week
BCHS Forensic Club Hosts A Haunted Gym 10/26/24
Danny Cardwell | October 17, 2024 | News
On Thursday, October 17, I had a conversation with Kisha Riner, Sierra Gardener, and Laci Ryder from Bath County High School’s Forensic Club. Kisha has been volunteering for various school functions since she moved here. We talked about the Forensic Club’s special Halloween Haunted Gym event at BCHS on 10/26/24.
Pocahontas ARC Broadband Project Scheduled for Completion By 9-1-2025
Tim Walker | October 17, 2024 | News
This project will extend broadband East and Northeast of Marlinton.