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Parade indicator of town spirit
July 6, 2008
We often talk about how much we would like to see more members of our community get involved, and about how much could be done to improve situations in Weirton, but I often wonder how much of it is re » Full Story
Remembering get-picked rhymes of childhood
July 6, 2008
It wasn’t the typical response I normally get when I answer the phone and say “hello.”
But then my brother Jay, who was on the other end of the line, is not normal. (It runs in our family. » Full Story
But then my brother Jay, who was on the other end of the line, is not normal. (It runs in our family. » Full Story
Murphy’s Law interferes with the best laid plans
July 6, 2008
I’m sure readers will know what can happen with the best laid plans. They can blow up in your face.
Last week, I made a promise to be home more often for Ozzie, the grandpuppy we are babys » Full Story
Last week, I made a promise to be home more often for Ozzie, the grandpuppy we are babys » Full Story
Newspapers archived on microfilm
July 6, 2008
On Oct. 16, 1950, a new collection was started at our library that has continued to grow in the nearly 60 years that have passed.
Newspapers on microfilm were introduced to the library.
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Newspapers on microfilm were introduced to the library.
» Full Story
Bringing it a little closer to home
July 5, 2008
My faithful readers, I apologize.
Following last weekás piece about the depressing state of our nation, I hoped to be able to treat you all to something enjoyable and fun. This, however, w » Full Story
Following last weekás piece about the depressing state of our nation, I hoped to be able to treat you all to something enjoyable and fun. This, however, w » Full Story
Egyptian minister to conduct service at Starkdale church
July 5, 2008
Starkdale Presbyterian Church is inviting Jefferson County residents to a special worship service to be led by the Rev. Dr. Helmy Kades of Port Said, Egypt.
Kades will speak during the Sun » Full Story
Kades will speak during the Sun » Full Story
Happy July 4th to all our readers
July 4, 2008
I can remember when the Fourth of July meant sweetened ice tea in tall goblets and some sparklers that we anticipated all day.
I can see us in my mind’s eye, running around the yard, swirl » Full Story
I can see us in my mind’s eye, running around the yard, swirl » Full Story
Second Fort Steuben youth session planned
July 3, 2008
The second session of the Summer Youth Educational Program at Historic Fort Steuben will run from July 14 through July 18.
The program offers in-depth and hands-on history with fourth- to » Full Story
The program offers in-depth and hands-on history with fourth- to » Full Story
Old Timers Reunion Picnic July 12
July 2, 2008
The 15th-annual Old Timers Reunion Picnic for former employees of Vanadium Corp., Foote Mineral and Satralloy Inc. will be held at the Cross Creek Park in Wintersville July 12 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.» Full Story
Oglebay Park garden center flower show July 12
July 1, 2008
The annual flower show at the Wheeling Civic Garden Center in Oglebay Park, Wheeling, will be held July 12 through July 14 wit the theme, “NY/NY.”
It will include flower arrangements with » Full Story
It will include flower arrangements with » Full Story


