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🌱 Philippi parents, what happened after a toddler was found wandering alone?

Philippi, West Virginia Patch AM: a 4 min read

Good morning Philippi! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Philippi parents, what happened after a toddler was found wandering alone?
  • Did you know Philippi hosted the Civil War’s first land battle?

Also on today's calendar: Braxton County at Philip Barbour and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Periods of sun; less humid, with a high of 68 and low of 58 degrees.
  • Sunday: Rain at times, temps: high: 71, low: 53.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 67 and low of 39 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Toddler found wandering leads to arrest of 3 people allegedly smoking fentanyl-laced marijuana around children (wdtv.com) — Philippi residents may want to know that two locals were arrested after a toddler was reportedly found wandering alone in nearby Fairmont, leading deputies to discover fentanyl-laced marijuana allegedly used around children. Three adults now face felony child neglect charges, with one also charged with possession with intent to deliver fentanyl.
   

• West Virginia: Fun Facts, Trivia, and History (vocal.media) — Philippi gets a proud shout-out here as the site of the first land battle of the Civil War, underscoring the town’s unique place in West Virginia history. The piece also packs in quick facts on state symbols, geography, demographics, famous residents, and quirky historical firsts from across the Mountain State.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Saturday October 3
  • Gandy Dancer -Premier Dinner Show →
    Gandy Dancer Theatre and Conference Center, 359 Beverly Pike, Elkins
    6:00 pm
    • Monday October 5
  • Away Volleyball Game Against Bridgeport
    Buckhannon-Upshur Middle School Buckhannon, WV 26201
    6:00 pm
    • Tuesday October 6
  • Home Volleyball Game Against Lincoln
    Buckhannon Upshur Middle School, 553 Route 20 South Rd, Buckhann
    6:00 pm
  • Home Soccer Game Against Lincoln
    Buckhannon-Upshur Middle School Buckhannon, WV 26201
    6:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Driveline posted a job opening for Flex Merchandiser in Grafton. Apply here.
  • Elior North America posted a job opening for Utility Worker in Buckhannon. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Philippi here.

🗞 Nearby News

Buckhannon

  • New Wesleyan director to oversee marketing, media relations and digital outreach (mybuckhannon.com)
  • Buckhannon hemp business Moon Flower faces uncertainty under federal THC restrictions (wvnews.com)
  • Carpenter Crunch Time Week 6; WVU's trust in Rodriguez looks more like blind faith after latest debacle (mybuckhannon.com)

Bridgeport

  • Choose your own adventure at Girls in Aviation Day (wvpress.org)

Ok Philippi! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What has a cap but no head?" — A bottle (Thank you Glo M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Philippi

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Philippi

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.