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More Facts About the Library Levy

Editor, News-Register: Ohio County voters have an important role to play in the upcoming West Virginia Primary Election on May 14. For the first time in its existence, the Ohio County Public Library’s funding depends on the approval of citizens who recognize its value in our community. The levies for both the Ohio County Board of Education and the library are a component of an existing levy — the election is asking voters for a renewal of that levy. A vote in favor of either levy is not a new tax! It’s important to remember that funds generated by the levy allow the library ...

Ketchum Won the Mayoral Debate

Editor, News-Register: Rosemary Ketchum won the mayoral debate last week. Several people in the audience — interested local voters, onlooking state party reps, and most telling even some more engaged voters not in her camp or wearing other candidates’ pins and hats — all said it about the winner of Wheeling’s 2024 Mayoral debate held April 18. She was most positively engaged with the audience, by both applause and laughter (on multiple occasions). She was upbeat and likable, delivered her remarks clearly and consistently, and conveyed both experience and leadership — even to ...

Things To Know About the Library

Editor, News-Register: The Friends of the Ohio County Public Library have been recently reorganized and are proud to serve as enthusiastic ambassadors for our incredible local community resource! Historically, the library has been considered to be a place chock full of books, where everyone was expected to be quiet with librarians who often seemed a bit strict and fearsome. Indeed, the old Ohio County Public Library in Center Wheeling greeted visitors with a looming Ethan Allen statue, sword in hand. But today’s library is vibrant, inclusive, and welcoming! However, our local ...

Yes to Library Levy a No-Brainer

Editor, News-Register: Being FOR THE LEVY for the Ohio County Public Library is a no-brainer. There will be no new taxes. The levy will appear on the May 14 primary election ballot here in Ohio County. The Library provides so many resources to so many people in our community. The only time I’m happy to wait in line is when people are getting the gorgeous new library cards and checking out books. If you haven’t been to the library in a while, they’ve got a lot going on, like the Library of Things where you can borrow tools, games, baking & cooking items, and more. Or ...

Learning About West Virginia

Editor, News-Register: Dear people of the Great State of West Virginia: Hello! I am a third-grade student in Northern Virginia. Our class is learning about the United States, and I will be teaching our school about the state of West Virginia. In May, I will create a display for our State Fair that I hope will make you proud. Although I have gathered facts about your state from books and websites, I think I can receive the best information from the people who live there. This is why I am writing you. I am hoping that you would be willing to send me some items to help me learn more ...

Vote for the Library Levy May 14

Editor, News-Register: In the upcoming May 14 primary election, Ohio County voters have two important decisions to make that will affect the continuing growth, development, and success for Ohio County Schools and the Ohio County Public Library. Both entities provide outstanding services to citizens and fulfill important roles within their communities, and we need to demonstrate our support by approving both their excess levies on the ballot. Historically, the library has collaborated closely with the school system. Early efforts to establish a public library were supported and funded ...