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Ripley, West Virginia Patch AM: a 4 min readGood morning to you Ripley! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. āļø
In today's newsletter:
- What Jackson Countyās new resolution means for Valley Linkās path here
- Which Ripley streets are getting paved after councilās latest vote?
- How a shy Ripley teen became a nationally honored black belt
Also on today's calendar: South Charleston Boys Varsity Soccer @ Ripley and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? š¤ (Answer below!)
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- Thursday: Couple of thunderstorms, with a high of 89 and low of 70 degrees. š¶ Hot!
- Friday: A shower and t-storm; humid, temps: high: 84, low: 69.
- Saturday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 84 and low of 68 degrees.
š° News we're reading
ā¢ Commission approves resolution opposing the Valley Link transmission project (wvnews.com) ā Jackson County commissioners in Ripley have formally opposed the proposed Valley Link transmission line, urging residents to keep speaking up and submit comments before the Aug. 14 deadline. The meeting also highlighted growing need at Ripley Church of the Nazareneās baby pantry, a proposed BrightMorr Village services hub, and progress toward putting county records online. 
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ā¢ Ripley moves projects forward, gives support to the Friends of Mill Creek (wvnews.com) ā Ripley City Council has approved a major street paving contract and advanced a stormwater project from Viking Lane to the high school, both funded in part with ARPA dollars. Council also granted $3,000 to Friends of Mill Creek for volunteer insurance and gave the city clerk a raise, while leaving office space and board representation for the nonprofit undecided. Ā Ā Ā
ā¢ Ripley teen earns national honor for outstanding Taekwondo dedication (wvnews.com) ā A Ripley High School student has earned a national āMost Dedicated Black Beltā honor, showcasing how years of training at Ripley Family Martial Arts transformed his confidence and leadership. Local instructors Spencer and Lesley Hill also received lifetime achievement awards, bringing national recognition back to their West Main Street dojang. Ā Ā Ā
šø Around Ripley
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ā Featured events ā
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Herbert Hoover Boys Varsity Soccer @ Ripley ā
Ripley High School, 2 School St, Ripley
6:00 pm
Thursday August 13
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Other local events
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COE Annual Meeting Registration Opens
Roane Jackson Technical Center Ripley, WV 25271 -
First Day for 200-Day Staff - Faculty Meetings - No Students
Roane Jackson Technical Center Ripley, WV 25271 -
Curriculum Development Day - No Students
Roane Jackson Technical Center Ripley, WV 25271 -
Back To Pool Party!
Ripley Elementary School Ripley, WV 25271
5:30 pm -
Professional Learning Day - No Students
Roane Jackson Technical Center Ripley, WV 25271 -
South Charleston Boys Varsity Soccer @ Ripley ā
Ripley High School, 2 School St, Ripley
1:00 pm -
1st Day CDL Group 1
Roane Jackson Technical Center Ripley, WV 25271
Monday August 10
Wednesday August 12
Thursday August 13
Friday August 14
Saturday August 15
Monday August 17
š£ Ripley Shout Outs!
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š Events Nearby
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Ashley Miller & Friends Live at Once Upon A Farm ā
Once Upon a Farm, 18010 Winfield Rd, Fraziers Bottom
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Cameron Boggs LIVE / Capitol Theater ā
Resurrection Church | Capitol Theater, 123 Summers St, Charleston
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Parkersburg Downtown Brewfest ā
Bicentennial Park, 201 3rd St, Parkersburg
7:30 pm -
MICHAEL CHRISTOPHER: Parkersburg Downtown Brewfest ā
Bicentennial Park, 201 3rd St, Parkersburg
7:30 pm
Saturday August 8
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Posting for anyone in the neighborhood interested in remote office work.
Looking for reliable people who enjoy staying organize (Nextdoor Ripley, WV)
- Burger King posted a job opening for Team Member in Ripley. Apply here.
- Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores posted a job opening for Tire Technician in Ripley. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Ripley here.
š Nearby News
Spencer
- Roane blood drive collects 27 units; next drive set for Sept. 16 (wvnews.com)
- Spencer mayor raises concerns over transparency, property rights tied to Valley North power line (wvnews.com)
- Roane County High soccer squad preparing for upcoming season (wvnews.com)
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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