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Area politics go beyond the line
February 5, 2012 The local political arena is getting more than just a little distasteful! Two primary contests in particular seem to have gone beyond the line: the Vienna mayor’s race and the District 3 state senat... more »»
Estate tax means advance planning
February 5, 2012 Although it’s a problem many of us would like to have, owning property worth more than a certain amount at death means that your estate will be taxed—at a rate of 35 percent during 2012. more »»
Talking finances with your Valentine
February 5, 2012 As you and your spouse celebrate Valentine’s Day over a candle-lit dinner, you may want to avoid romance-killing topics like, “Honey, let’s talk about our financial future. more »»
Great Backyard Bird Count turns 15
February 5, 2012 The Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) marks its 15th anniversary over President’s weekend, Feb. 17-20. more »»
Looking back on Orian
February 5, 2012 I know that most of my readers will not know the individual faculty members I will mention this week in my column — faculty members listed in the 1926 Orian. more »»
Scary suspense in new novels
February 5, 2012 Here are several new suspense novels that will thrill! First is bestselling author Shiloh Walker’s “If You See Her,” the second in a back-to-back trilogy. DA Remy Jennings isn’t sure who to trus. more »»
Local talent take part in revue
February 5, 2012 Several members of the Beverly-Waterford area will be performing in the “For the Love of Broadway,” a dinner theater presentation at 6 p.m. Feb. 11 at the Betsey Mills Club. more »»
Get ready for Valentine’s Day with sweets
February 5, 2012 This new year is already one-twelfth over. more »»
Heart Ball taking a new form
February 4, 2012 The King and Queen of Hearts reception is replacing the Heart Ball. With the merger of St. Joseph’s and Camden-Clark Memorial hospitals through the West Virginia United Health System, the former St. more »»
Eastern Panhandle wants power
January 30, 2012 For the past few years, perceptive political analysts have suggested West Virginians should prepare ourselves for the new reality of a much more powerful Eastern Panhandle. They were right. more »»
Keep John Hinckley confined
January 29, 2012 Why does it seem every couple of years presidential attempted assassin John Hinckley pops up in the news, trying to get out of a mental institution for longer and longer periods of time? In 1981... more »»
Many sites in area to draw in visitors
January 29, 2012 Each year our office has an end-of-the-year “Awards Rally.” As part of our celebration, we visit a place of local interest. more »»
Party foods to enjoy
January 29, 2012 This year is proving to be an interesting year already — a new adventure almost every day. Last Sunday started the downward slide. more »»
Tax strategies in a tough economy
January 29, 2012 For most of us, income tax calculations don’t change much from year to year. more »»
Two new books for teen girls that explore social life
January 29, 2012 A middle school girl digs for the best gossip for her blog and gets plenty of drama in “Rumors from the Boys’ Room” by Rose Cooper. more »»
Take a trip to Nashville with southern cake
January 29, 2012 Who doesn’t love dessert? If you can’t go to Nashville to visit the Loveless Cafe, then bring the cafe to you in “Desserts From the Famous Loveless Cafe” by pastry chef Alisa Huntsma. more »»
New rule bans snakes
January 29, 2012 The Florida Everglades teems with wildlife. Until relatively recently, alligators were king. They eat just about everything. Today, however, even gators succumb to huge exotic snake. more »»
Class members were creative
January 29, 2012 Looking back into the history of Marietta High School is not only educational, but quite an eye opener. When I picked up a 1935 Orian, I realized how artistic and creative members of that class wer. more »»
Spelling bee winners named
January 29, 2012 Beverly-Center Elementary School held its school spelling bee Jan. 11. Students in grades 1-6 competed in the bee, with the participants being chosen in classroom spelling bees held in December. more »»
Pennsville United Methodist Women to meet
January 29, 2012 Penn Township trustees will meet 8 p.m. Wednesday at the township hall. Pennsville United Methodist Women will meet 7 p.m. Thursday at the fellowship room. more »»
Dils winner deserving of honor
January 28, 2012 “I was quite startled,” Ann Bailey said. “I still am.” This was Bailey’s reaction to learning she had been selected as the Parkersburg YMCA’s Edwin Dils Heart of Our Community Award winner. more »» Coffee House Concert February 9, 2012 PARKERSBURG — A coffee house concert by Mark Stuart and Stacey Earle will be 7:30 p.m. Feb. 9 at Children's Home Society of West Virginia, 1739 St. Mary's Ave., Suite 3, Parkersburg.Admission is $10. The pair are Nashville-based singer songwriters in the Americana genre. more » Local events |
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