This year's Greene County Fair, with the theme "Fairs, Feature, Agriculture" will premiere free mechanical bull riding and a stunt show, said fair board secretary-treasurer Debbie Stephenson.
During their Aug. 15 meeting, Greene County Commissioners presented Certificates of Recognition to seven students from Greene County Career and Technology Center, as well as the Culinary Arts Instructor at CTC for their recent impressive accomplishments.
Hometown hero’s The Davisson Brothers Band are proud of their West Virginia roots and have been sharing their music and Appalachian culture with country fans all over the world. Weeks ago, the band performed for a crowd of over 20,000 in Australia while celebrating their #1 hit at radio and #1 video on CMC.
During their Aug. 15 meeting, the Greene County Commissioners presented Certificates of Recognition to members and advisors of the Carmichaels Area High School’s Envirothon Team and congratulated the team for their impressive efforts in competitions this summer.
Find hidden treasures and bargains as well as support area charities.
The Greene County Commissioners attended the annual CCAP (County Commissioners Association of Pennsylvania) Annual Conference and Trade Show, which was held Aug. 4-7 in Berks County.
This year marks 66 consecutive years that the Annual State Bituminous Coal Queen Pageant has taken place. Twelve candidates will compete for the 2019 crown on Sunday Aug. 18.
Each year, the Rotary Club of Waynesburg awards scholarships to worthy high school students. The awards are selected based on academic performance, community service involvement, letters of recommendation and the student’s response to the essay question, “What does the Rotary motto, ‘service above self,’ mean to you?”
It’s that time of year again. Students of all ages are heading back to school.
Washington Health System (WHS) has announced it will be the first community hospital to offer new procedures in cardiac care.
Holly Lesko is not ready to let go of her current title.
“All About Orchids” was the program presented by club member, Emily Polhemus Capule, at the August meeting of the Town and Country Garden Club.
The Carmichaels Envirothon Team won the Pennsylvania State Envirothon for the second consecutive year and placed third at the 2019 NCF-International Envirothon competition in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Coal may be black and sooty, but to Greene County residents it’s been as good as gold.
On Thursday, Aug. 8, Carmichaels Area School District board of directors had its last meeting before the beginning of the 2019-20 school year. During the 20-minute session, directors approved resignations and new hires, as well as other details regarding the forthcoming year.
This weekend SOAR of Greene County is hosting Aviation Day at the Greene County Airport. Admission and parking are both free and attendees can enjoy food, vendors, aircraft displays, demonstrations and even free airplane rides, said Rich Judy, SOAR president and CEO.
On Aug. 8, two Greene County fire departments received funding, in honor of Smokey Bear’s historic impact on fire prevention. Jefferson Volunteer Fire Company received $4,750 and Rices Landing Volunteer Fire Department received $3,100.
“Can you imagine having 14,000 teachers across the state who don’t really have what is necessary to teach and they are teaching your kid?” asked Deana Mack, chairwoman for the education department at Waynesburg University.
Are you or a family member turning 65 within the next year? If so, you won’t want to miss the upcoming Medicare 101 workshop.
The 2019 4-H & FFA Market Steer Show took place on Tuesday, Aug. 6 at the Greene County Fair.
Catnip Acres and Save a Horse Stable are teaming up to raise money through a Labor Day shopping spree raffle.
Customers and employees of First Federal Savings and Loan Association of Greene County recently donated hundreds of school supplies for Greene County United Way’s 17th annual “Stuff the Bus” campaign.
George “Bly” Blystone was honored with the Jack McCracken Award during the Rain Day celebration on July 29.
Support Our Aviation Resources (SOAR) of Greene County welcomed the C-54 "Spirit of Freedom" at Greene County Airport on Aug. 6, accompanied by a color guard from Waynesburg VFW Post 4793.
Alaina, 6, and Alexis Tonsel, 9, of Aleppo show off their funnel cake. The sisters enjoyed this and all the fair's other offerings on Tuesday, Aug. 6. (Photos by Samantha Karam)
Ed De Muth had always been interested in trains. They’re even in his blood. His grandfather, Hixon Sproat, had been in charge of upkeep and repair, or maintenance of way, for the Pennsylvania and Lake Erie Railroad, from Connellsville to West Newton.
COLLINS - Marc A., 62, of Waynesburg, August 6.
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