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Chamber director addresses Rotary

Elkins-Randolph County Chamber Executive Director Karrah Washington addressed the Rotary Club of Elkins, giving updates on the Chamber’s upcoming events and activities. A new initiative of the Chamber is Rise and Shine. The program happens on the third Wednesday of each month at 8 a.m. at ...

Community Calendar

EDITOR’S NOTE: The Community Calendar is reserved for nonprofit, civic organizations. Unless otherwise noted, events listed should be considered free and open to the public. Entries appear in chronological order as space allows. CHRISTMAS BASKETS: American Legion Post 29 will be accepting applications for Christmas dinner baskets, for Randolph County residents only, on the following dates/times: Monday, Dec. 1–Friday, Dec. 5, between the hours of 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Proof of your physical residency, ID, and all forms of income you receive is required. Applications must be filled out in ...

Polar Plunge planned in Philippi

PHILIPPI — The 20th Polar Plunge by the Barbour River Rats (BRR) will be at 11:30 a.m. on Jan. 1, 2026 under the west end of the Philippi Covered Bridge. Anyone with a sense of adventure is invited to join this special episode of the BRR Polar Plunge. As always, there are no fees or ...

Tucker Community Chorus prepares Christmas concert

The Tucker Community Chorus has been practicing for the annual Christmas performance for many weeks and will soon be presenting this year’s concert, “On this Christmas Night,“ for the enjoyment of local audiences. The selections range from beautiful hymns and carols to upbeat arrangements of long-time favorites and show tunes. The Chorus, which is always recruiting folks who enjoy sharing their voices, meets weekly from September until the chorus date (plus occasional sectional practices) and will be performing on Sunday at 3 p.m., Dec. 7 at St. John Lutheran Church in Davis; ...

Expert offers Christmas tree tips

With many people opting to place trees at the center of their holiday decorations, a West Virginia University forest resources specialist is providing guidance for tree selection and maintenance throughout the season. Dave McGill, a professor with WVU Extension, says — for many — ...