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DACK Investments Bid On Purchase Of AB Campus (updated)

Jan 2, 20242 min read

DACK Investments Bid On Purchase Of AB Campus (updated)

In a surprising turn of events, Buckhannon-based real estate and leasing company DACK Investments has submitted a significant bid of $4.9...

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Philippi Fire Department Responds To Call On Church Street

Marija Ilic

Jan 2, 20241 min read

Philippi Fire Department Responds To Call On Church Street

On Saturday, December 30, around noon, the Philippi Fire Department responded to a call on Church Street. Concerns arose when spectators...

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Rescue Efforts Unfold In Arden Rd Car Accident, Leaving Two Injured

The Barbour Buzz

Jan 2, 20241 min read

Rescue Efforts Unfold In Arden Rd Car Accident, Leaving Two Injured

A harrowing car accident unfolded on the evening of December 30, 2023, when emergency services received an alert at 8 p.m. regarding a...

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City Of Philippi Secures $500,000 Grant For Much Needed Sewer Projects

The Barbour Buzz

Jan 2, 20242 min read

City Of Philippi Secures $500,000 Grant For Much Needed Sewer Projects

The City of Philippi has been awarded a $500,000 grant through the Community Development Block Grant program. The funds will be used to...

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PBHS Class Of 1970 Celebrates Ugly Christmas Sweater Event III

The Barbour Buzz

Jan 2, 20242 min read

PBHS Class Of 1970 Celebrates Ugly Christmas Sweater Event III

The PBHS Class of 1970 held its festive Ugly Christmas Sweater Event III t o celebrate tastefully tacky holiday fashion on Friday, Dec....

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Barbour County Students Graduate From MCA

The Barbour Buzz

Jan 2, 20242 min read

Barbour County Students Graduate From MCA

The Mountaineer ChalleNGe Academy is pleased to announce Class 2-23 as the 61st class to complete this West Virginia National Guard...

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Barbour County Students Enjoy Produce Markets

The Barbour Buzz

Jan 2, 20242 min read

Barbour County Students Enjoy Produce Markets

In collaboration with WVU Extension, Heart and Hand House was able to bring two kids produce markets for each of the Barbour County...

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DACK Investments Offers $4.9 Million For Alderson Broaddus University Assets

Marija Ilic

Dec 28, 20232 min read

DACK Investments Offers $4.9 Million For Alderson Broaddus University Assets

In a surprising turn of events, DACK Investments, a limited liability company based in Buckhannon, has proposed a substantial $4.9...

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Barbour County EMS Faces Challenges In Staffing And Funding

Marija Ilic

Dec 12, 20234 min read

Barbour County EMS Faces Challenges In Staffing And Funding

For several months, stories have circulated the community about problems with Barbour County EMS. Since being presented with the dire...

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Marija Ilic

Dec 12, 20232 min read

Barbour County Commission Meets

The Barbour County Commission convened last Monday, December 4, at 5 p.m. for a session filled with discussions ranging from amendments...

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Joyful Festivities Light Up Philippi's Weekend With Christmas Spirit

Marija Ilic

Dec 12, 20232 min read

Joyful Festivities Light Up Philippi's Weekend With Christmas Spirit

The spirit of the season came alive in Philippi this past weekend as the town played host to not one, but two enchanting Christmas Craft...

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The Barbour Buzz

Dec 12, 20231 min read

PMS To Hold Winter Concert

The Philippi Middle School Bands will be presenting a winter concert on Wednesday, December 13 at 6 p.m. in the PMS gymnasium. Admission...

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Museum Opens for Holiday Visits; Small Christmas Gifts Available

The Barbour Buzz

Dec 12, 20231 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...

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The Barbour Buzz

Dec 12, 20231 min read

Task Force Holds Christmas Gathering

City of Philippi Task Force held their annual Christmas gathering, where they elected the officers for the new year. The gathering was...

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The Barbour Buzz

Dec 12, 20231 min read

BMS Cheerleaders Compete In Charleston

The Belington Middle School cheerleaders traveled to South Charleston for the Santa Showdown Cheer Competition. They won third place in...

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WVDNR Announces Starts Of December Deer, Bear Hunting Seasons

The Barbour Buzz

Dec 12, 20232 min read

WVDNR Announces Starts Of December Deer, Bear Hunting Seasons

Hunters will have several opportunities to target deer and bear in December with the next segments of West Virginia’s antlerless deer and...

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Unlocking Opportunities: Local Free Adult Education Program Empowers Community

Marija Ilic

Dec 12, 20232 min read

Unlocking Opportunities: Local Free Adult Education Program Empowers Community

In the heart of our community, an invaluable resource is quietly making a profound impact on the lives of adults seeking to enhance their...

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The Barbour Buzz

Dec 12, 20231 min read

Heart And Hand Receives Donations

Last month, several local youth organizations took time to donate time and items to Heart and Hand House. The Busy Bees 4-H Club packed...

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Former High School Star David Shriver Shines In Recent Games With Austin Spurs

The Barbour Buzz

Dec 5, 20231 min read

Former High School Star David Shriver Shines In Recent Games With Austin Spurs

David Shriver, a former standout from Philip Barbour High School, is making the best of his opportunities in the NBA G League. In the...

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Belington's Holiday Extravaganza Beckons Joy And Merriment

Marija Ilic

Dec 5, 20232 min read

Belington's Holiday Extravaganza Beckons Joy And Merriment

Belington is gearing up for a day of festive delights, with a lineup of events that promise to bring joy and merriment to residents and...

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