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Some rural mail carrier with a soul attuned to poetry made an urgent plea for the good road movement that began to occupy the attention of the…
It was a chaotic time, with no one prepared to handle the various challenges that seemed to emerge on an almost daily basis.
We’ve all been there: a friend says something about another friend out of frustration or anger, and we are left wondering if we should tell th…
Psalm 68: 11: The Lord gives the command; the women who proclaim good news are a great army.
I’m thankful, first of all, for Jesus. He is my Lord and my savior, and he is my dearest friend. Secondly, I am thankful for my family. God ha…
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The following events happened on these dates in West Virginia history. To read more, go to e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclo…
Do you ever feel like you’re subpar or less than? Do you question your abilities or whether you have what it takes to get the job done, whatev…
I’ve talked with you in the past with suggestions to help control rising energy costs. I’m delving back into that important subject again, but…
Psalm 30:5: For His anger is but for a moment, His favor is for life; Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning.
As we look around us, we see sin on every hand. People are taking the lives of others. Sin doesn’t pay. Homes are broken up because of jealous…
One of the staunch supporters of the union of States and supported the movement for establishing West Virginia in 1861-63, William G. Brown, J…
As you look around, there is trouble on every hand. There’s so much uncertainty. People seem to have lost their hope and life. But I have good…
You take the good, you take the bad, you take them both, and there you have the facts of life. Let’s face it, the fact of the matter is that l…
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The following events happened on these dates in West Virginia history. To read more, go to e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclo…
With the cost of everything seeming to be on the rise, it’s good to see state officials respond, especially when it comes to building or repai…
Philippians 4: 2-5: Now I appeal to Euodia and Syntyche. Please, because you belong to the Lord, settle your disagreement. And I ask you, my t…
While the past year has been difficult at times for those associated with West Virginia University during its academic transformation, there a…
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The following events happened on these dates in West Virginia history. To read more, go to e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclo…
Do you have a problem you can’t seem to find the answer to? Look to Jesus. He’s still in the miracle working business. Cancer doesn’t scare Hi…
II Timothy 3: 1-5: But mark this: There will be terrible times in the last days. People will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastfu…
Sometimes in life, we feel like everything is coming against us. No matter how hard we try to fight, no matter the amount of prayer we send up…
I have good news. Most West Virginians who heat their homes with natural gas will see lower gas bills this winter. The Public Service Commissi…
George Brown prominent salesman of Webster, died at his home in the village, May 20, 1913. He was a descendant of one of the old pioneer settl…
While there are many challenges faced in the education of our children, from mitigating the lingering effects of loss of classroom time during…
If you are a Christian, it’s time to see what is in store for you. Why do we go around with our heads down? We should be happy and put a smile…
Revelation 21:1-2: Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and earth had passed away, and the sea was no more. I saw the…
In today’s world, it can sometime seem like people lack empathy. Everyone is on their own path to success, and sometimes we fail to look aroun…
October 5 was Energy Efficiency Day. Here at the Public Service Commission, we want to help you find ways to save energy every day. Before we …
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The following events happened on these dates in West Virginia history. To read more, go to e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclo…
Maybe today you have messed up things in your life. Maybe your marriage is, maybe you have allowed things to happen to someone you love. I wan…
III JOHN 1:4: I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.
Words are everywhere. We read them, we write them, we see them, we speak them. We use them to express emotions or convey feelings. We use them…
William H. Fissell, one of the most prominent contractors of public buildings, whose offices were at 1133 Broadway, New York City, was awarded…
BUCKHANNON, W.Va. — Robert Lewis Barrett, 73, passed suddenly in the hospital on Sunday November 5, 2023, after years of health struggles, sur…
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. — Lester Edward Hamrick, 89, passed away Sunday morning, November 12, 2023. Bom October 14, 1934, in Webster Springs, West …
SWANTON, Md. (WV NEws) — Virginia Lee (Reeves) Wiltison, 81, Swanton, Maryland, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023, surrounded by family at…
SALEM, W.Va. (WV News) — Edith Louise Hurst, 84, of Salem, passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2023, at Bridgeport Healthcare Center. She was…
Matthew 5: 15-16: If I make you light bearers, you don’t think I’m going to hide you under a bucket, do you? I’m putting you on a light stand.…
I recently attended a tent revival service here in Grafton, led by Evangelist Dan Booth and his wife, Lisa, of Deployed Solutions Ministry. It…
Miss Genevieve O’Shaughnessy, daughter of E. J. And Julia McMannimon O’Shaughnessy, former resident of Grafton, won first prize for her perfor…
Come home, come home, you have wandered long enough. Jesus is telling you it’s time to come back home. He loves you, and He is coming back soo…
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The following events happened on these dates in West Virginia history. To read more, go to e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclo…
For those who think a potential government shutdown will do no harm while shaking up “those politicians in Washington,” the reality is that a …
I recently read a curious story that concerns me, but gives me a good topic to discuss with you. This is something that may seem obvious, but …
Ephesians 6: 11: Put on the whole armor of God that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil.
April 18, 1913 this date ought to be one of the red letter dates in American history, for one hundred and thirty-eight years ago or on the nig…
We applaud the efforts of West Virginia’s federal delegation — Sens. Joe Manchin and Shelley Moore Capito, as well as Reps. Carol Miller and A…
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The following events happened on these dates in West Virginia history. To read more, go to e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclo…
The disciples asked Jesus how they would know the way. Jesus told them, “I am the way, the truth and the life.” They wanted to know how they c…
Ecclesiastes 3: 1: To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven.
The Young Men’s Christian Association sponsored an amateur performance of the Indian Opera “Powhatan” in the Opera House April 1, 1913. The pl…
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The following events happened on these dates in West Virginia history. To read more, go to e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclo…
We all know that fraud and waste drive up costs in all financial endeavors, including health care.
When I was a little girl, few things were as thrilling as standing beside a railroad track while a tall train engine rumbled past. I never los…
Are the trials of this life coming on you? Do you think you can’t possibly take anymore? There is hope for you. Jesus Christ is the answer. Th…
Song of Solomon 2: 15: “Catch the little foxes for us, the little foxes that are ruining the vineyards, while our vineyards are in blossom.” NASB
The opening of the new Elks Home on East Main Street March 24, 1913, was a fine social event that brought many of the people of the town to vi…
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The following events happened on these dates in West Virginia history. To read more, go to e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclo…
It is hard for me to fathom the tragedy that has occurred on the Hawaiian island of Maui. Fire swept through Lahaina, the old capital of Hawai…
Do you know what it means to be born again? Do you know why Jesus went to the cross? Well, allow me to tell you. He went to the cross for you and me.
John 7: 37-38: On the last day, the climax of the festival, Jesus stood and shouted to the crowds, “Anyone who is thirsty may come to me! Anyo…
Mayor Charles Stolzenfels, who proved to be a popular town officer, declined to enter the race for mayor for a second term if he was nominated…
With some of West Virginia’s children facing more and more challenges — from surviving a troubled home life to worrying about basic care issue…
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The following events happened on these dates in West Virginia history. To read more, go to e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclo…
The wedding of Jesus and his bride is soon to take place. Jesus went away, but he is coming back soon for his bride. John 14:1-2 says there ar…
Psalm 45: 11: Let the king be enthralled by your beauty. Honor him, for he is your lord.
John Wanamaker, the famous Philadelphia merchant and postmaster general under President William H. Taft, inaugurated the system of mailing pac…
Do you know that even before you dig a garden or plant a shrub, you need to find out if a utility line is buried in your path? Any digging req…
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The following events happened on these dates in West Virginia history. To read more, go to e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclo…
I can tell you today, I can’t even walk without Jesus holding my hand and guiding me in the path he has called me to walk. I was lost and undo…
Ephesians 4: 26: Be ye angry and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath.
Grafton Lodge No. 308 Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, held their annual Lodge of Sorrow Sunday December 1, 1912, and paid eulogy to t…
Diverse entertainment. Plenty of fun, games and rides. And the traditional focus on agricultural and livestock exhibits and competitions.
While we have applauded the lawmakers who supported the funding needed to build a new facility for Pierpont Community and Technical College’s …
Well, my head was spinning during the special session, so I am sure yours was as well. There were 44 bills introduced on the governor’s call. …
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The following events happened on these dates in West Virginia history. To read more, go to e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclo…
We are living in a day and age full of trouble and heartache. There is trouble on every hand. Jesus makes it rain on the just and unjust. We d…
Titus 2: 3-5: Likewise, the female elders, lead them into lives free from gossip and drunkenness and to be teachers of beautiful things. TPT
One of the most pleasant social events of the year was the bridge West party tendered by Misses Anna Dorsey and Rose Flannery to their women f…
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The following events happened on these dates in West Virginia history. To read more, go to e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclo…
Are you getting tired of being defeated by the devil? Well, you don’t have to be defeated. Jesus gave us the victory when he was on the cross,…
II CORINTHIANS 1: 3-4: Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us i…
Labor Day, September 2, 1912, was generally observed in the town by most of the labor organizations as a legal holiday. All public buildings, …
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The following events happened on these dates in West Virginia history. To read more, go to e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclo…
A recent West Virginia Public Broadcasting story and podcast shed light on some of the concerns in regards to whether the federal Supplemental…
John 3:3 tells us that except a man or woman be born again, he or she cannot enter the kingdom of heaven. You don’t want to miss heaven. The B…
Isaiah 40:31: But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run and not be…
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