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THE BARBOUR BUZZ


Comedy Festival Kicks Off with a Bang at Battlers Knob
Battlers Knob is echoing with laughter this weekend as the much-anticipated Comedy Festival takes over Philippi from Thursday, June 26...

The Barbour Buzz
Jun 272 min read


Chayce Beckham To Perform At The Fair
On August 30, 2024, main stage at Barbour County Fair will feature Chayce Beckham. Three years after becoming the only artist to win...

The Barbour Buzz
Jul 12, 20242 min read


Notes From the Nook: News From Philippi Public Library
by Judy Buckner Larry, Director Library Lovers, Black History Month, talking to our funders, and programs interweave throughout February...

The Barbour Buzz
Feb 1, 20244 min read


Shelby Marsh Earns Dean's List At Davis & Elkins College
Davis & Elkins College student Shelby Marsh, son of Jaime and Teresa Marsh of Philippi has achieved the Dean's List for the fall 2023...

The Barbour Buzz
Feb 1, 20241 min read


Second Bid For Alderson Broaddus Property Filed On Last Day Of Bidding
In a last-minute move, Craig G. Phillips has submitted a bid of $5 million for the purchase of the Alderson Broaddus property, marking...

Marija Ilic
Jan 26, 20242 min read


Strutters To Hold Sign Ups
Barbour County Strutters is thrilled to announce upcoming sign-ups for its award-winning Baton Team and Twirlette Group. If you have a...

Marija Ilic
Jan 19, 20241 min read


Museum Opens for Holiday Visits; Small Christmas Gifts Available
As a Christmas gift to the community, the Barbour County Historical Museum will open for a limited time over the Christmas holidays. The...

The Barbour Buzz
Dec 12, 20231 min read


This Week In County, December 6-12
Wednesday, Dec 6: Senior Coffee Hour, 9 a.m. Wednesdays at Golden Rule Building, Belington Philippi Public Library Pre-School Story Hour:...

The Barbour Buzz
Dec 5, 20232 min read


'Tis The Season: Santa And The Grinch Set To Appear In Philippi
The festive spirit is about to sweep through Philippi as the town eagerly anticipates the upcoming appearances of the iconic duo, Santa...

Marija Ilic
Dec 3, 20232 min read


Mountaineer 4-H Club Does Community Service
Mountaineer 4H Club has participated in multiple community service events during their Thanksgiving break. Pictured are McKinsey Taylor,...

The Barbour Buzz
Dec 3, 20231 min read


PB Band Director Victor Iapalucci Marches In The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
“The Pride of Barbour County” was well represented in the Big Apple this past week, as Philip Barbour Band Director Victor Iapalucci...

The Barbour Buzz
Dec 3, 20233 min read


2023 West Virginia Juried Exhibition Artists Announced
The 23rd biennial West Virginia Juried Exhibition opened at the Culture Center, State Capitol Complex in Charleston, along with an awards...

The Barbour Buzz
Nov 10, 20231 min read


Lions Clubs Get New Members
The Philippi and Junior Lions Clubs hosted a joint District Governor's night on October 21 at the Light of Christ Chapel in Belington....

The Barbour Buzz
Nov 9, 20231 min read


Deck The Halls At Barbour County Fairgrounds: Share The Joy Of The Holidays!
The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to spread cheer and bring the community together than with a festive display at the...

Marija Ilic
Nov 9, 20232 min read


Strutters Win Numerous Awards At The State Competition
Coach Patty Delauder and her Strutters group traveled to Ripley High School on Saturday, November 4, 2023 to compete in the 2024 West...

The Barbour Buzz
Nov 9, 20231 min read


Centennial Doughboy Ceremony Honors Fallen Heroes And Unites Community
(Photos courtesy of Trista Dalton)

Marija Ilic
Nov 7, 20232 min read


The Legend of the Philippi River Monster
Have you heard of the Legend of the Philippi River Monster? No? Well then, you are in luck because I have a story to tell you. This...
E.L. Knight
Oct 31, 20234 min read


Artefaktual Hosting Costume Contest During Trick-Or-Read
Are you ready to transform into your favorite characters and showcase your creative costume-making skills? Get ready for a spooktacular...

Gretch Corley
Oct 27, 20232 min read


Best-Selling Children's Books for the Week of October 18th:
1. "Room on the Broom" by Julia Donaldson, Illustrated by Axel Scheffler (Dial Books, $8.99)

Gretch Corley
Oct 20, 20232 min read


Music To Highlight Mt. Liberty Festival
The 38th Mt. Liberty Fall Festival will be held on October 21, 2023 at the Mt. Liberty Community Building. John Bolton will open the...

The Barbour Buzz
Oct 10, 20231 min read
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