The Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall made its way to Greene County this past week, after an escorted drive from Morgantown, West Virginia. Hundreds of people gathered Sept. 28 at the Greene County Fairgrounds for the opening ceremony, beginning at 6 p.m., with the posting of the colors. The ceremony included a speaker, Donnie Martin, … Continue reading
According to the National Archives and Records Administration, 58,220 U.S. military fatal casualties were recorded during the Vietnam War. In October 1982, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, located in Washington, D.C., was completed, and was dedicated Nov. 13, 1982. Several groups of names have been added to the wall since its dedication. In 2011, the last … Continue reading
After coming off a great sophomore season in 2015, Melanie Byler was a returning starter ready to continue her role making plays for the Waynesburg University women’s soccer team. The 2016 season started and Byler was off to a hot start. The team started 3-4-1, but the Yellow Jackets were looking to have a promising … Continue reading
Following a flood in December 2016, Waynesburg University’s John F. Wiley Stadium needed a new turf surface. The repair process began June 20, with the old surf surface being ripped up, however, inadequate weather during the repair process slowed down the process and pushed date of completion back. With the process being delayed two weeks … Continue reading
I’m going to preface this with the fact that I’m not stating that I am better than those who don’t associate with me but rather I’m going to give some insight into my life. Being a student-athlete isn’t easy. I’m sure you’ve heard someone complain about this exact statement at least once a week, once … Continue reading
Rat rods crept down High Street in Waynesburg. Adults and children alike participated in bubble gum blowing and hula-hoop competitions. People from near and far gathered to celebrate their passion: the 1950s. Waynesburg Prosperous & Beautiful’s 50s Committee hosted the sixteenth annual 50s Fest and Car Cruise Saturday, Sept. 9. High Street was shut down … Continue reading
Graduation is now a few days away. Students, who were once freshman on campus, will be graduating in their respective fields and heading into the work force. When it comes to lining up jobs for after graduation, several students in the Waynesburg University Class of 2017 are ahead of the game.Senior sports broadcasting/sports information major … Continue reading
Jared Zinn, a watershed specialist at the Greene County Conservation District, will be giving a presentation titled “The Conservation Movement: Past, Present, and Future” Thursday, April 20. The event will take place in the second Floor Conference Room of the Eberly Library at 7 p.m. Jewel Wrick, access services librarian, has hosted several events in … Continue reading
The Waynesburg University Student Activities Board (SAB) will be hosting the first Coffeehouse of April when it hosts Beth//James April 6. Beth//James is a duo from Austin, Texas, that consists of singer-songwriters Mikaela Beth Kahn and Jordan James Burchill – the name of the duo came from the combination of their middle names. According to … Continue reading
