Good day Parkersburg! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️
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Also on today's calendar: Fall Equinox Community Drum Circle and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What do an island and the letter "t" have in common? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Teen of the Week: Forshey sees the value in music and what it does for people (newsandsentinel.com) — A Parkersburg South High School senior is juggling varsity basketball, advanced choral groups, drama experience, and a part-time job while preparing for a future in music education. Her journey from sports-related concussions to discovering choir highlights how local arts programs help Parkersburg students find confidence, friendships, and healthy outlets for stress. Residents see how school music opportunities are shaping one teen's college and career plans.
2. First Christian Church celebrates building's 100th anniversary (wtap.com) — First Christian Church on Washington Avenue in Parkersburg just marked 100 years in its current building with tours, treats, classic cars, and even an alpaca petting zoo. The congregation honored past members who helped construct the 1926 structure and highlighted how the space still supports ministries and outreach today. Regular Sunday services continue each week with Sunday school beforehand.
3. $15M federal investment launches WV READY centers at state community and technical colleges (wvva.com) — West Virginia University at Parkersburg will share in a record $15 million federal grant to expand WV READY centers that help adults access college and job training. Local residents 19 and older, including veterans and first-generation students, will be able to get one-on-one admissions help, FAFSA support, and guidance into apprenticeships and workforce programs right in their community.
4. Piccalilli conference blends creativity and business (newsandsentinel.com) — Artists from around the region gathered at the Parkersburg Art Center for the fifth Piccalilli Arts Conference, spending a full Friday on workshops, networking, and creative "art spa day" activities. Local residents should know this one-day format is becoming the standard, bringing in college students, professionals, and visiting artists to explore branding, murals, and the business side of art right in downtown Parkersburg.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They are both in the middle of water. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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