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At the Humane Society of Greene County, the top priority is making sure the animals that are adopted go to the right home, said Director Jane Gapen. “We ask for potential adopters to fill out an application first and if approved, we set up a time for you to come in and visit with the ...

Community Circle Food Pantry has served residents of Washington County for more than 40 years, and director Melanie Wolfe said the need continues to grow. “We know more than 24,000 people in Washington County face food insecurity - thatĢƵ one in nine people. One in seven children may not ...

The Hospitality Lab at West Virginia University has had a fabulous rookie year. The lab, which opened about 12 months ago, has achieved a 100% job and internship placement rate for participants. Known officially as the Nemacolin Hospitality Innovation and Technology Lab, the program is ...

The familiar “take a penny, leave a penny” sign at counters relied on the coin being a part of everyday life. NovemberĢƵ halt to the minting of new pennies is leading to new signs in some retailers — ones warning the customers of a shortage. But, while local businesses are bracing ...

Downey House Fire sparked change

Almost 100 years ago, a fatal fire reshaped the Waynesburg downtown and led directly to the formation of the fire department that still serves the area today. What became known as the Downey House Fire started around 3:30 a.m. Dec. 23, 1925, in the Coney Island Restaurant, located on the ...

More than three decades ago, Wesley Health Center opened its doors to provide medical service to those without insurance. Not long after, it became a place for providing health care for all individuals 18 and older. “Many people were having trouble paying their deductible, the co-pay or ...