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December 29th, 2010
Marlinton Middle School students who received mastery or above on WESTEST2 were presented certificates at the December 20 board of education meeting at the school.
December 29th, 2010
A lifelong dream of traveling to the Galapagos Islands became real life for Pocahontas County High School science teacher Mary Sue Burns this past fall.
December 23rd, 2010
After a long discussion, Pocahontas County Free Libraries board reluctantly decided, barring any change in the budget, they will bring to a close the school programs as of March 11, 2011.
December 23rd, 2010
According to Magistrate Court records, the following individuals were either arrested or had activity in their cases.
Christopher Carl Friel, 25, of Bartow, appeared in court December 14 on a charge of passing in a no passing zone. Bond was set at $100.
December 23rd, 2010
Island Campground, a six-site campground five miles north and east of Bartow, became a walk-in only facility in April due to concerns about bridge safety.
December 23rd, 2010
At the lastﾠ Local School Improvement Council (LCIS)ﾠ meeting of the school year Monday, the board of education was informed about programs enforcingﾠ education at Marlinton Middle School.
December 16th, 2010
According to Magistrate Court records, the following individuals were either arrested or had activity in their cases.
Stephen Ray Taylor, 35, of Dunmore, appeared in court December 8 on a charges of improper passing and firearm violation. Bond was set at $200.
December 16th, 2010
For parents who struggle with finding a place for their children to go on snow days, Boyer Hill Mennonite church has a solution. Members of the church are offering a camp for students at the church.
December 2nd, 2010
Age: 56
Occupation: Owner/realtor, Mountain Valley Realty at Snowshoe
Family: One daughter and three grandchildren
Pets: Chico, a Chihuahua and Millie, a miniature dachshund/ miniature Pinscher mix
Favorite Movie: Honeysuckle Rose, with Willie Nelson and Dyan Cannon
December 2nd, 2010
Looking for a place to eat with a little extra kick? Haurache Loco Restaurant, at the intersection of Rt. 219 and Rt. 66, has the right blend of spicy and savory Mexican food to set your palate aflame with flavor.
November 24th, 2010
According to Magistrate Court records, the following individuals were either arrested or had activity in their cases.
Galen Biggs, 31, of Marlinton, was arrested November 15 on a charge of battery. Bond was set at $1,000. He was released from jail the same day.
November 24th, 2010
In its visit to Pocahontas County High School last Friday, the board of education received information on the vocational programs, student achievements and academic progress at the LSIC (Local School Improvements Council) meeting.
November 24th, 2010
Board of education members and several parents were treated to an early Thanksgiving dinner Friday at Pocahontas County High School, courtesy of the students in the ProStart class.
November 18th, 2010
According to Magistrate Court records, the following individuals were either arrested or had activity in their cases.
David Wayne Sharp, 48, of Marlinton, appeared in court November 9 on charges of public intoxication and providing alcohol to a minor. Bond was set at $150.
November 18th, 2010
After mulling over the information provided, the board of education approved Monday night the expulsion of a female student from Pocahontas County High School for up to one year for bringing a pill and marijuana to school and snorting the pill in the bathroom.