THE BARBOUR BUZZ

"'Maybe Christmas,' he thought, 'doesn't come from a store. Maybe Christmas . . . perhaps . . . means a little bit more!'" (How the...

Saturday, Nov 18: Hunter's Breakfast & Winter Coat Drive sponsored by Greenhill Community Church. Sausage & biscuits are free but...

The American Legion Mountaineer Boys State (ALMBS) is thrilled to announce the commencement of its recruitment drive for the 85th session, scheduled to take place from June 11 to June 17, 2024, at West Virginia University Jackson's Mill. ALMBS, renowned as "West Virginia's premier Leadership Academy," is now actively seeking enthusiastic young men from across West Virginia to participate in an immersive week of learning and growth.

American Municipal Power, Inc. (AMP) announced the availability of up to 10 one-time $3,000 scholarships available for graduating high school students.

Seeing some fresh posts for jobs that have already been posted in the past month, so you know what that means: they're hungry for...

TGIF, here's your weekly fresh batch of job openings. Postings are looking pretty lean on the local front this week, but these remote...

The 17 North Event Center will host an informal gathering of business owners, organization representatives, and interested residents on...

The Barbour County Ministerial Association, along with other local churches and businesses will host a free Thanksgiving dinner. The...

North Central WV Community Action will be accepting applications for the Forgotten Angel Program from November 1 thru November 17. This...

On Saturday, October 28, 2023, Philip Barbour Sophomore Hailey Taylor became the first Philip Barbour student ever to be accepted into...

The spirit of giving and Halloween festivities came together in a heartwarming event that raised over $1,700 for the Animal Friends of...

The 23rd biennial West Virginia Juried Exhibition opened at the Culture Center, State Capitol Complex in Charleston, along with an awards ceremony, on Sunday, Nov. 5, at 2 p.m. Total of 66 West Virginia artists were selected for the exhibit, which will feature 89 pieces, including painting, drawing, mixed media, craft, photography, digital art, sculpture and print. Total of 30 counties are represented in the show.

Halloween in downtown Philippi last Tuesday was a thrilling and enchanting extravaganza, filled with laughter, costumes, and the spirit of the season. As the sun dipped below the horizon, the bustling streets of Philippi transformed into a magical world of goblins, superheroes, and princesses during the annual downtown merchant Trick-or-Treat organized by Philippi Main Street.

Freedom Bank and the Edge Sports Facility are the Barbour County Chamber of Commerce Members of the Month in November. Jessica Hayes,...

The Philippi and Junior Lions Clubs hosted a joint District Governor's night on October 21 at the Light of Christ Chapel in Belington. Both clubs welcomed new members. Beth Longo (sponsor Millard Minor) joined the Philippi Club, and Keeah Ware (sponsor Nancy Ware) joined the Junior Club. Both members were inducted by District Governor Kermit Hawley.

PB FBLA attended WV Future Business of America's Fall Leadership Conference November 2-3, 2023. Students attended various leadership workshops and attended WV FBLA state meeting. Students also attended opening session with all Career Tech Center CTSO's where they were treated to lunch and a keynote speaker, Sam Demma. Remember to support your Philip Barbour Future Business Leaders of America this Thursday as they host our annual online Facebook auction. Money raised goes towa

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...

Whether wanting a home cooked buffet dinner or a holiday buffet tea, visitors to Adaland Mansion at Philippi will find the perfect way to...

Coach Patty Delauder and her Strutters group traveled to Ripley High School on Saturday, November 4, 2023 to compete in the 2024 West Virginia NBTA State Championships. The group participated in both twirling and dance events with other teams throughout West Virginia competing in both individual and group events.

On the day of Halloween, students at Philippi Elementary School participated in their second annual pumpkin drop competition. Pumpkins...