Good morning, Jackson County. They say change is the only constant, and our community's educational landscape is about to prove that point. As Wood County's Board of Education unveils plans tonight for a transformative school merger in north Parkersburg, we're witnessing history in the making - not just new buildings, but the reshaping of educational boundaries that will impact generations to come.
And speaking of historic moments, while snow blankets our region, Charleston's streets just witnessed their own piece of history as Patrick Morrisey took the oath as West Virginia's 37th governor. The winter weather couldn't dampen the spirits of the WVU Mountaineer Band or the parade participants who turned out to celebrate. Meanwhile, our local venues are heating things up with everything from ghost hunting to Irish dance performances, proving that even January's chill can't keep the Mid-Ohio Valley's cultural scene from sizzling.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🏫 Wood County plans major school merger in north Parkersburg. The Board of Education will review site proposals tonight for a new elementary school that will combine students from both Emerson and Criss elementary schools. Pickering Associates will present building renderings and floor plans during the 6 p.m. meeting at the board office. The board will also consider new boundary lines affecting Hamilton and Jackson Middle schools, plus Martin Elementary, for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. Additional agenda items include voting on the Parkersburg High School Stadium bid and appointing a new Neale Elementary Principal to replace retiree Linda Brunicardi.
🎉 West Virginia welcomes new governor with snowy inauguration parade spectacle. Patrick Morrisey was sworn in as the state's 37th governor at the Capitol in Charleston, despite cold weather and lingering snow. The celebration featured performances from the WVU Mountaineer Marching Band, Morgantown High School Band, and various other local groups. The inauguration parade through Charleston showcased the state's pride, with the WVU Mountaineer Mascot leading the Pride of West Virginia. Governor Morrisey, accompanied by his wife Denise, delivered his inaugural address and greeted supporters following the swearing-in ceremony.
🎭 Mid-Ohio Valley explodes with weekend entertainment offerings across multiple venues. The region's cultural calendar is packed with diverse events from January 16-19, featuring everything from ghost hunting to Irish dance performances. Theatre enthusiasts can catch performances of "The Miracle Worker" at Actors Guild and "Treasure Island" at Mid-Ohio Valley Players Theater. The weekend includes family-friendly activities like story times and art workshops at Parkersburg Art Center, plus unique experiences such as a Murder Mystery Dinner Cruise. Music lovers can enjoy performances ranging from jazz wine dinners to a local Beatles tribute show.
🏡 Real Estate Reveals
Spacious family home in Jackson
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Ideal investment for outdoor lovers
This 41-acre tract, listed at $160,000, presents an inviting opportunity for land investment, featuring a pleasing blend of open meadows and young timber across rolling terrain. Primarily tailored for hunting enthusiasts, the property boasts ideal food plot areas and comes with multiple potential building sites, all conveniently located near major routes and essential services.
Inviting corner lot for dreaming
This charming corner lot at 346 S. Pennsylvania Ave. in Wellston, OH, is listed for $35,000 and offers a spacious canvas for your dream home. With its prime location, your future residence would be perfectly situated in the heart of a welcoming community.
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But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.
-Galatians 5:22-23