#LocalEvent: An Evening with Colonel Ruby Bradley
COLONEL RUBY BRADLEY Colonel Ruby G. Bradley (1907-2002), WWII and Korean War Army Nurse, will be portrayed by Becky Park of Charleston ...
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Williamson Forward
This is an initiative to do just what the name suggests – move Williamson forward into new exciting directions!
- May 2
- 3 min
Mental Health Benefits of Yoga
The National Alliance on Mental Health reports each year millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental illness. The...
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- May 1
- 2 min
#LocalBusiness: Red Dog Cottage
New Ideas Shawn and Tonya Cool are known throughout the area for having quite a bit on their plate. Shawn works a full-time job, Tonya...
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- Apr 26
- 2 min
#LocalBusiness: Muncy's Collectables
Amazing Treasures Every Time You Visit! Southern West Virginia is known for its long, rich history and stories. It’s no surprise that...
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- Apr 26
- 2 min
Coal Tank: Central Appalachia's Very Own Version of Shark Tank!
New Heights Consortium and Williamson Health and Wellness Center want to give kids in the area the chance to see how they can succeed in...
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- Apr 26
- 1 min
Bringing the Fun: Dirt Days 2022
Bringing the Fun Since 2019, The Dirt Days festival has brought tons of fun to Williamson and the surrounding Tug Valley area. Dirt Days...
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- Apr 26
- 2 min
Scott's Trail Run: Do More of What Makes You Happy
Remembering a Life When Scott Poole, a big-hearted young man with a passion for the trails, passed away at the young age of 30, his loved...
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- Apr 22
- 2 min
#EarthDay Tips from Williamson Forward
Since 1970, April 22 has been Earth Day, A.K.A. the day for going green! This year, for the 52nd ever Earth Day, Williamson Forward has...
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- Apr 14
- 1 min
Bow the Knee: An Easter Passion Play
The Regional Church of God of Delbarton, West Virginia will present, “Bow the Knee,” an Easter passion play Friday, April 15th through...
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- Apr 9
- 1 min
Safety First! River Safety Tips from John Burchett
It’s springtime and that means folks all over the area are itching to get out into our beautiful mountains and rivers. No matter what...
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- Apr 5
- 1 min
#HealthyEating: How to Make Tabbouleh
The Williamson Farmers Market is the place to go if you’re looking for fresh, delicious in-season produce from local growers, gardeners,...
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- Apr 2
- 2 min
Local Child Abuse Prevention Month Activities
According to teamwv.org, each year the month of April is recognized as a time to show our support for keeping all children safe and...
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- Mar 29
- 1 min
#OffRoadFun: Hillbilly History Overnight Adventure Tour
Combining Rich History and Beautiful Nature Trail 10 Tours is combining southern West Virginia’s rich history and beautiful nature into...
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- Mar 24
- 2 min
A Local Look at World Poetry Day
Since 1999, March 21 has been designated World Poetry Day. This is a day that puts the spotlight on supporting poetry and a diverse...
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- Mar 22
- 1 min
Do You Know a Champion for Children?
Putting the Spotlight on Those Who Help the Kids For more than 15 years, Mingo County Partners in Prevention have been recognizing...
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- Mar 17
- 1 min
March is Women's History Month
Since March 1981, Women’s History Month has been celebrated across America. Designed to correspond with National Women’s Day on March...
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- Mar 15
- 2 min
Pop-Up Shop at Sanctuary on 2nd
Sanctuary on 2nd has been around for a hot minute now, and they are looking for new ways to connect with fellow small businesses. “I...
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- Mar 15
- 2 min
Cub Pack Troop 314 Pinewood Derby
On Friday, March 4th, local Cub Pack Troop 314 held their own Pinewood Derby in the fellowship hall of the Williamson First United...
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- Mar 9
- 1 min
Mingo-Pike Car Club Indoor Car Show is Coming to the Williamson Field House
The Mingo-Pike Car Club has partnered with Williamson Parks and Recreation to host the 2022 Indoor Winter Car Show inside of the...
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- Mar 8
- 1 min
Can YOU Conquer the Wall?
For five years, the Conquer the Wall Endurance Challenge has offered runners a challenging, endurance-based run. In 2017, Tug Valley Road...
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- Mar 6
- 2 min
Mingo-Pike AAUW International Women's Day Reception
The Mingo-Pike American Association of American Women(AAUW) is once again sponsoring an International Women’s Day Program on Tuesday,...
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- Mar 1
- 1 min
It's Seed Swap Time!
It’s almost springtime, and you know what that means– gardening season! Over the last few years, the Williamson Farmers Market has...
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- Feb 27
- 1 min
#LocalBusiness: Cadence 19 Productions
For eleven years, Brandon Dotson has been passionate about graphic design and printing. “I used to work at a print shop, where I learned...
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- Feb 27
- 2 min
National Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
Breaking the Cycle Every February, mental health experts and activists bring attention to an issue many are often silent on with Teen...
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- Feb 17
- 2 min
Cause for Paws 5K & 1-Mile Walk
Supporting Our Furry Friends Leigh Ann Ray has always loved animals, and since 2013, she’s been the race director for the Annual Cause...
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- Feb 17
- 2 min
National Random Acts of Kindness Day
Spreading Kindness National Random Acts of Kindness Day is February 17, 2022. For years, the Random Acts of Kindness Foundation has been...
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- Feb 12
- 2 min
February 13th is for Friendships!
Celebrating Your Friendships For years, celebrating Valentine’s Day has been a beautiful way to celebrate your love. Some people like to...
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- Feb 12
- 2 min
#DIY: Hot Chocolate Bombs for Valentine's Day
Are you and your Valentine the foodie type, or are you just looking for a delicious way to show some love this Valentine’s Day? Hot...
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- Feb 9
- 1 min
Coming Up: AMCO Powersports Festival June 24th-26th
AMCO Powersports Festival Presented by Appalachia Made Company To Be Held In Williamson, WV On June 24-26th Monday, February 7...
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- Feb 5
- 1 min
Mingo County Small Business Assistance Program
In November 2021, a new initiative started working to create entrepreneurial training and business coaching in Mingo County. According to...
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- Feb 5
- 2 min
#HealthyEating: Ribollita
Kristin Brewer DeBoard, Williamson Farmers Market Marketing Manager, is always promoting healthy eating. Thanks to her job with the...
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- Feb 2
- 1 min
Vendors Wanted for the 2022 Southern West Virginia Fishing Expo
In 2021, Williamson Parks and Recreation Commission hosted the first ever Southern WV Fishing Expo. This year, folks in the area will be...
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- Jan 28
- 2 min
Safety First! ATV Winter Riding Tips
ATV Riding is a popular outdoor pastime in Southern West Virginia. Many folks might associate it only with sunny days and lush, green...
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- Jan 28
- 2 min
#CommunityService: Narcotics Anonymous
New Heights Consortium conducted a needs assessment survey among people in our local communities to determine what services are missing...
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- Jan 25
- 2 min
#LocalBusiness: Southside Mall Theater
For decades, the Southside Mall Theatre provided the place for folks around Williamson to see movies. Unfortunately, this service was...
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- Jan 18
- 1 min
January is National Blood Donor Month
Donating blood is a relatively simple way to make a meaningful contribution to others, and maybe even save a life. Donated blood,...
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- Jan 16
- 2 min
MLK Day 2022: #ItStartsWithMe
On the third Monday of every January, the United States celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. Day, also known as MLK Day. This day celebrates...
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- Jan 15
- 2 min
Murder Mystery Dinner Theater at Mingo Central High School
Solving Mysteries for a Cause “How many times have you watched something on TV or played a board game and wanted it to come to life?”...
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- Jan 14
- 1 min
Shoot For a Cure at Williamson PK-8
On Monday, January 10th, Williamson PK-8 hosted their annual Shoot for a Cure night. $230.00 was raised to be donated to the American...
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- Jan 12
- 2 min
#LocalBusiness: Hallelujah Hair
Jami Lea Howard has been doing hair for almost eleven years. Prior to opening her new business, Hallelujah Hair, she worked her own hair...
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- Jan 1
- 2 min
We Asked, You Shared: New Year's Resolutions
Everyone loves the sense of a fresh start, and every January 1st, people around the world come up with resolutions for the new year. The...
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- Dec 29, 2021
- 3 min
#NewBusiness: Wilson Expedition Services
According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, one definition of expedition is, “A journey or excursion undertaken for a specific purpose.”...
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- Dec 24, 2021
- 2 min
#InYourWords: Christmas Traditions
Christmas is a wonderful time to gather with your closest family, friends, and loved ones and celebrate the season of giving and the love...
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- Dec 24, 2021
- 1 min
#HealthyTwist: Frozen Hot Chocolate
It’s important to stay healthy, but when the Christmas season comes around, there’s nothing wrong with making and enjoying a tasty snack....
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- Dec 20, 2021
- 1 min
Staying Active During Cold Weather
Staying active is a great way to maintain your health year-round, and the mental-health benefits of working out can even help you to keep...
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- Dec 20, 2021
- 1 min
What's Your Favorite Christmas Movie?
Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year. Of course, that’s because of the time with family and the chance to show your love with...
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- Dec 12, 2021
- 2 min
Holiday Tablescapes with Tonya Cool
Tonya Cool is a bit of a jane-of-all-trades around Williamson. She and her husband, Shawn, run a Facebook page, DIY Designs by Shawn and...
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- Dec 10, 2021
- 2 min
Let the Battle Begin!
Williamson Parks and Recreation Executive Director Jarrod Dean and the rest of the parks and rec board and staff wanted to put the...
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- Dec 8, 2021
- 1 min
Hey, Kids! Come Make Your Own Frozen Hot Chocolate Milkshake!
Hot, hot, say, we’ve got it! Hot chocolate! Here we’ve only got one rule: Never ever let it cool! Oops! Sounds like the Williamson...
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- Dec 7, 2021
- 2 min
Christmas Celebrations in Matewan
Matewan, West Virginia has been bustling with holiday celebrations since November 27th, when they had their 2nd Annual Town of Matewan...
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