by Aldona Bird Summer nights are perfect for outdoor evening socializing. But as the sun sets, you have to start thinking about how to light up your […]
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In the Know: Fun area events
As you read this, I’ll be enjoying my vacation and celebrating my oldest grandson’s third birthday. It won’t be the same as sitting on a beach or […]
MUB announces work schedule
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WVU Medicine Children’s implants first intrathecal baclofen pump to treat spasticity
by WVU Medicine WVU Medicine Children’s pediatric neurosurgeons implanted the hospital’s first SynchroMed III™ intrathecal drug delivery system for children with severe spasticity. Spasticity occurs when a […]
WVU grad Brielle Kawalek conjures a magical life in Chicago
The coolest thing was when Penn Jillette – the taller, more talkative member of the Penn and Teller magic duo – leaned down and said, “Give ‘em […]
God’s work: Smile Express going the extra mile for West Virginia’s kids
MORGANTOWN — Since September 2018, the Monongalia County Health Department’s mobile dental clinic known as Smile Express has delivered preventative dental care to more than 1,700 students […]
Teen’s death brings up concerns about homeschooling guidelines
Investigators say Kyneddi Miller had not attended school since late 2019 or 2020 and hadn’t been outside the house more than a couple of times in the […]
YCF awards nearly $300,000 in Scholarships for 2024-25 academic year
Your Community Foundation of North Central West Virginia Inc. (YCF) awarded 106 scholarships totaling $293,900 for the 2024-2025 academic year. Applications were evaluated by scholarship committees with over […]
Psychological effects of social media
Social media is a powerful means of interacting with people virtually. Empowered with the latest computer technologies, people can share ideas, pictures and videos and stay in […]
Rosenbaum Family House celebrates 25 years of serving WVU Medicine patients, families
In July, the Rosenbaum Family House (RFH) will celebrate 25 years of operation and 10 years at its current location on the J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital campus. […]