Strawberry Belle
STRAWBERRY BELLE — Mae Collins of Buckhannon, a member of the Modern Homettes CEOS Club, was selected as the 2008 Strawberry Belle. She is the mother of eight children. She also has 19 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. She has served as a senior companion since October 1989 and enjoys helping other people. She is also an election poll worker. Collins is a member of the DAV Auxiliary, Buckhannon Young at Heart Lions Club and the Newlon Church. She enjoys reading and watching television.
Channel 3 Carrying Festival Events
The West Virginia Strawberry Festival recently announced that local access station Channel 3 will broadcast several events during festival week. Channel 3 will provide a live broadcast of the Junior Royalty Parade at 6:30 p.m.
» Full StoryFirst Aid Stations Located Throughout City
Upshur County Emergency Medical Services will man first aid stations during the 67th annual West Virginia Strawberry Festival.
» Full StoryWVSF Needs Event Volunteers
Volunteers are needed to assist with the events and activities scheduled during the 67th annual West Virginia Strawberry Festival.
» Full Story2008 Individual Berry Members
In 2004, members of the West Virginia Strawberry Festival Association implemented a program to allow individuals the opportunity to support the events and activities of the annual festival.
» Full StorySpirit Pins Show Pride, Could Net Prize
Spirit pins are available again this year in conjunction with the West Virginia Strawberry Festival.
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