Good morning, Jackson County. A West Virginia doctor just earned a seat at one of healthcare's most influential tables. Dr. Tracy Hendershot of Mineral Wells has claimed a coveted position on the American Academy of Family Physicians Board of Directors, beating nine competitors to help shape national medical policy. His leadership theme, "Unity in Uncertainty," seems particularly fitting as we navigate healthcare's evolving landscape—and as someone dedicated to rural communities, he'll bring our region's voice to discussions affecting nearly 130,000 medical professionals nationwide.
Fall festivities are in full swing across our area! The Butcher Family Farm transformed into a seasonal wonderland this weekend with haystack slides, petting zoos, and Halloween decorations creating perfect photo backdrops. Meanwhile, Coolville celebrated both autumn and heroism at their Octoberfest, marking the local fire department's impressive 75-year milestone with parades, car shows, and what many called the star of the show—homemade chicken and noodles that had everyone coming back for seconds.
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👨⚕️ West Virginia doctor claims prestigious national medical leadership position. Dr. Tracy Hendershot of Mineral Wells was elected to the American Academy of Family Physicians Board of Directors on October 6, beating out nine other candidates. The AAFP represents nearly 130,000 family medicine professionals across the United States. Hendershot, known for his service to rural communities, will help shape national policy with a focus on improving care access and supporting physicians. His leadership theme, "Unity in Uncertainty," emphasizes collaboration during healthcare's rapid evolution.
🎃 Spooky skeletons and farm animals delight visitors at annual event. The Butcher Family Farm in Wood County hosted its yearly Fun Day on Saturday, offering families a festive fall experience. Children enjoyed petting llamas, feeding goats and sheep, and sliding down haystacks, while parents browsed colorful mums for sale. The farm was decorated with Halloween-themed displays that created perfect photo opportunities throughout the property. Food trucks and tractor rides rounded out the day of seasonal entertainment for all ages.
🔥 Coolville's Octoberfest celebrates fire department's 75 years of service. The village's annual festival kicked off with a parade featuring local firefighters and law enforcement distributing candy along Main Street. Festival highlights included a car show, raffles, local vendors, and home-cooked meals—with many attendees naming the chicken and noodles as their favorite part. Assistant Chief Jeremiah Cline noted the event serves as the department's biggest fundraiser of the year, helping fund essential equipment and services. John Coen, whose father served nearly 65 years with the department, returned to perform with his gospel trio Grace 4 Faith.
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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.
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