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Benson reports on positive outlook

A day ahead of pomp and circumstance for thousands of new West Virginia University graduates at the Hope Coliseum, President Michael T. Benson told members of the Board of Governors on Dec. 19 that the University has hit a 10-year high in applications for the next class of ...

Whooping cough cases continue to rise statewide

MORGANTOWN — Two West Virginia University physicians are encouraging people to recognize the early symptoms of pertussis, or whooping cough, so they can take precautions and seek treatment, when necessary, to avoid further spread of the infection. Since early November, the number of ...

Randolph BOE and D&E professor collaborate on ACT prep class

A recent collaboration between the Randolph County Board of Education’s Office of Federal Programs and Dr. Brian W. Moudry, a physics and math faculty member for 30 years at Davis & Elkins College, and owner of I’m Ready ACT Prep LLC, has provided 17 local RCHS students with the opportunity to increase their ACT math scores. The classes, which ran for three Sundays leading up to the latest ACT test in December, focused on math content and strategies. “For many students, the ACT Math is the biggest hurdle for them to receive the West Virginia Promise Scholarship or to attain ...

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. 100 CHRISTMAS TREES CELEBRATION: will be Sunday and Sunday, Dec. 28, from 1-3 p.m. at the historic Kump House, 401 Randolph Ave. (across from Kroger). To celebrate the Kump House Centennial, 100 decorated trees will be on display along with a magical toy train, and light refreshments will be served. Children can visit Santa on Dec. 21. Admission is free, but ...

100 Christmas Trees Celebration set for Sunday

The Kump House will honor its Centennial with a 100 Christmas Trees Celebration Sunday, Dec. 28 from 1-3 p.m. at the historic home located at 401 Randolph Ave., Elkins. The display will feature decorated trees of all different types and a magical train display. The display includes trees ...

Randolph County Eye Care joins Valley Healthcare

ELKINS — Valley Health Care is proud to announce that Randolph County Eye Care will be joining the organization, bringing both organizations together under one system to support and strengthen access to high-quality eye and vision care in Randolph and surrounding counties. Randolph County ...