Since the pandemic began, I’ve tried to take all recommended precautions seriously. I’ve stayed busy working, doing projects and cooking. I’ve felt lucky and privileged that I […]
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Partnership sees historic YMCA in Fairmont’s future
Community group plans to redevelop, preserve building By Jana MackinNewsroom@DominionPost.com What sublime ruin the old Fairmont YMCA: A Neoclassical, tripartite temple on Fairmont Avenue, once dedicated to […]
DIY Veggie Prints
A great craft to add a touch of uniqueness to any holiday project BY ALDONA BIRD Newsroom@DominionPost.com When shopping for vegetables to include in your Thanksgiving meal, order […]
It’s fun to fix up the YMCA
Groups work to restore old building to its former glory By Jana Mackin Newsroom@DominionPost.com For decades, the old YMCA building has loomed over downtown Fairmont as an edifice […]
Area farmers share their love for apples
Living in Lithuania, I particularly enjoyed the apple culture — everyone and/or everyone’s family member had apple trees. A family friend kept me supplied with bags of […]
Top in-state prospect Isaac McKneely trims list to 8 schools; West Virginia makes cut
By Keenan Cummings MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — West Virginia has made the list for the final eight schools in the hunt for top in-state 2022 guard Isaac McKneely. […]
Counting down to the holidays
DIY advent calendars can serve as gift, toy and décor for all ages BY ALDONA BIRD Newsroom@DominionPost.com It might still be a tad early for Christmas decorations and […]
How do hot air balloons work?
Riding in a hot air balloon has been a lifelong dream of mine ever since I watched the American Girl movie called Saige Paints the Sky. At […]
State parks offer great camping
Usually I try to write to you about cool things people in our community are doing, or about my projects or cooking — topics I hope you’ll […]
Rolling down the river
Retired WVU professor spent five years building canal boat By Gabriella BrownNewsroom@DominionPost.com Retired WVU professor Joe Mix said woodworking has always been a hobby, but his most […]
