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Bridge Day Celebrations Unaffected by Government Shutdown

Bridge Day Celebrations Unaffected by Government Shutdown

Morrisey: Government shutdown won’t stop Bridge Day Bluefield Daily Telegraph | Wednesday, October 15, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway This year's Bridge Day in Fayette County will take place as planned, despite the federal government shutdown. Governor Patrick Morrisey announced that West Virginia had quickly reached an agreement with

KB Saine Takes Artistic Lead at Theatre West Virginia

KB Saine Takes Artistic Lead at Theatre West Virginia

New artistic director is named for Theatre West Virginia Bluefield Daily Telegraph | Wednesday, March 12, 2025 By Staff Theatre West Virginia has appointed KB Saine as its new artistic director for the 2025 summer season, bringing over 20 years of experience in the theater sector. Previously, Saine served as the

Shepherdstown and Clarksburg Theaters Join Historic Trail

Robinson Grand and three other venues added to W.Va. Historic Theatre Trail Bluefield Daily Telegraph | Wednesday, February 12, 2025 By Staff The Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center and three additional historic venues—the Shepherdstown Opera House, Granada Theater, and Elk Theater—have been added to the West Virginia Historic

Historical Milestones Impacting Local Culture and Heritage

This week in West Virginia history Bluefield Daily Telegraph | Friday, February 7, 2025 By WV Encyclopedia This week in West Virginia history highlights significant events such as the births of influential figures, including traditional musician Aunt Jennie Wilson and pioneering aviator Chuck Yeager. These historical moments, alongside instances of local

Sports Records and Historical Milestones in Local History

This week in West Virginia history Bluefield Daily Telegraph | Friday, January 24, 2025 By WV Encyclopedia This week in West Virginia history, key events highlight the evolution of the state, including the formation of counties, record-breaking achievements in sports, and notable birthdays of influential figures. Among them is the legacy

Historical Milestones Affecting Harpers Ferry and Surrounding Areas

This week in West Virginia history Bluefield Daily Telegraph | Friday, January 17, 2025 By WV Encyclopedia This week in West Virginia history, various significant events are noted, including the establishment of Fairmont and the birth of notable figures such as Confederate General John McCausland and Olympic champion Mary Lou Retton.

Monroe County Tops New Business Growth Amid Regional Expansion

Monroe County led W.Va. in new business growth for Dec. 2024 Bluefield Daily Telegraph | Friday, January 17, 2025 By Staff In December 2024, Monroe County registered a notable increase in new business growth, leading West Virginia with a 1.37% rise and totaling 10 new businesses. The state'