For those having items they would like included in this weekly column, information can be emailed to bugs52@comcast.net. If you would like to mail information to me, I have a new mailing address. This past week, I moved to a new community in Hurricane, W.Va., called Celebration Villa. The staff and other residents are very friendly, and it just so happens that two individuals with ties to Moundsville also reside here. The address is 4000 Outlook Drive #145, Hurricane, WV 25526.

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John Miller was re-elected as president of the Marshall County Board of Education this past Tuesday. It is the fourth straight time he has been named to the two-year term.

The vice president is once again Christie Robison. The other board members are Brenda Coffield, Lori Kestner and Dr. Duane Miller. President Miller said one of projects which the board members hope to undertake during the coming school year will be the awarding of a contact for the Natatorium at John Marshall High School.

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The Marshall Board of Education will continue the availability of breakfast and lunch each day at all schools for all students regardless of income for the 2024-25 school at no cost. Under the community eligibility option, there will not need to be complete an application to be eligible for the free meals. The price for an extra milk will be .35 cents and a second lunch will be $1.70 and must be paid with cash at the time of purchase.

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The Marshall County Board of Education approved several matters at this past Tuesday’s meeting.

They were:

Melissa Stewart from Aide/ECCAT at Center McMechen Elementary to Aide/ECCAT at Hilltop Elementary.

Erika Perry from Substitute Aide to Aide/Autism Mentor, Moundsville Middle Aide/Autism Mentor, Moundsville Middle.

Douglas Nickerson from Custodian John Marshall to Custodian at Sherrard Middle School.

Melissa Burkett, Cross County Coach at Cameron High School.

Shawn Fullerton, Assistant Football Coach at Cameron High.

Keenan Seditz, Theater/Drama Advisor.

Gregory Shutler, Assistant Boys’ Basketball Coach at Moundsville Middle, and Assistant Soccer Coach at John Marshall High.

Resignations were approved for Bill Gallagher Cross Country Coach at Moundsville Middle and Mitchell Burkett, Cross Country Coach.

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“Adventure in Folktales: Tales from Here and There” will be presented by storyteller Judi Tarowsky at 6:00p.m. on July 15 at the Moundsville-Marshall County Public Library. The performance will be free and open to the public and aimed at adults, teens and older children. From a Welch folktale with Romany origins to the local steel town talk of Joe Magarac, this compilation of stories will showcase the art of traditional storytelling at its finest. Tarowsky, a local writer, editor and educator, with a special interest in history, has been a professional storyteller for over a decade. This event is sponsored by the Robert Baker Family. For additional information call the library at 304-845-6911.

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The Historic Cockayne Farmstead, a project of the Marshall County Historical Society, welcomed the Cockayne Farmstead Farmer’s Market this past Wednesday.

According to those involved as they move further into the Summer, venders will have much produce which is locally grown by people in the community. In addition to produce there will be eggs, jams, bread, and more.

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Grand Vue Park is making stops all around Marshall County with a variety of outdoor games and family activities free for the community to enjoy thanks to WesBanco!

There are three such events. They are:

July 17-Moundsville at East End Park.

July 24-McMechen Riverview Park.

July 31-Benwood City Park.

All three events will be from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m.

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The Moundsville Lions Club will be holding a “A Dine to Donate” on July 18 from 4:30 p.m. until 8 p.m., at Perkins with proceeds helping to fund eye exams and eyeglasses.

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A comedy show and dinner will be taking place July 20 at Grand Vue Park. The dinner will be from 6 p.m. until 7 p.m., with comedy from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. Tickets can be obtained through Grand Vue Park by calling 304-845-9810, ext. 403.

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Marshall County Schools on Thursday, July 25 will be offering a free activity pass to county residents who did not request a pass a year ago. If you already have a activity pass, you DO NOT need to obtain a new one.

Those needing a Free Activity Pass should visit the Marshall County School Board of Education Office at 214 Middle Grave Creek, Moundsville, between 10 am., and 6 p.m., on July 25 to get their picture taken for their personalized activity pass. Proof of residency must be presented when a person applies. Parents of elementary students are to bring their child when applying as each pass must include the pass holder’s picture.It is made possible, in part, by the generosity of the Marshall County citizens who supported the renewal of the operating levy.

Those who might have questions pertaining to the activity pass can call 304-843-4400.

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Several events will be taking place in Moundsville this weekend, and some of them are:

Farmer’s Market at the Marshall County Fairgrounds from 8 a.m. until noon.

Star Watch at Grand Vue Park with the Smart Center from 8-10 p.m. from the Basecamp Shelter.

Sunday Brunch at the Palace of Gold from 10-11:30 a.m., in the community rose garden.

History Mystery at the Penitentiary with tours on Monday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.