Come January of next year, there will be a new face on the Board of Greene County Commissioners. Mike Belding, the current chairman of the Greene County Commissioners, has decided to not run for re-election. Belding will leave his office after just one term, which is not a new idea for him. In fact, he … Continue reading
Last December, Greene County completed its broadband improvements in Bobtown, Carmichaels, Greensboro, Jefferson, Mount Morris and Waynesburg. According to Mike Belding, Greene County Commissioner, the expansion has brought improved internet to homes in these areas. “The investment provides an opportunity for increased speed and reliability to 7,313 homes and businesses and included upgraded hardware and … Continue reading
Last Friday, Waynesburg University hosted a Student Speaks on policing in America. According to Isaiah Skeete, a senior criminal justice major, the event was intended to get students involved in conversations about criminal justice and policing in America. “The whole concept is we are just trying to get the discussion started, just having an open … Continue reading
This semester, students enrolled in the social entrepreneurship class have the opportunity to provide remote mentorship to a group of business owners located in the Dominican Republic. The course, classified in the Academic Catalog as BUS 359, is taught by program coordinator for the Entrepreneurial Leadership Program, Cassy Dorsch. “Our students are meeting with a … Continue reading
Last November, Greene County invested in an update to the county’s Pictometry. Pictometry, which is patented by EagleView, is a form of “aerial imagery” that can map out terrain in high quality, as stated by a brochure found on the company’s website. Betsy McClure, Greene County commissioner, said that the funds for the investment came … Continue reading
On Feb. 4, the Greene County commissioners voted to make Greene County a Second Amendment sanctuary. Greene County’s decision follows neighboring Fayette County, which adopted its own resolution March of last year. According to Mike Belding, Greene County Commissioner, Second Amendment sanctuaries are counties, boroughs, or towns where the local government decides not to enforce … Continue reading
On Thur. Jan. 28, Waynesburg University hosted its first Food Truck Thursday. According to Dr. Shari Payne, vice president of enrollment, the event was a success. “We were thrilled how it went. We [sold] approximately $2,200 in presale for the vouchers, and know that the vouchers can be used all semester long, but the day … Continue reading
Video courtesy of WCTV, Micah Leith Last Wednesday, Waynesburg University hosted Wing Night, a Student Activities Board event held in Benedum Dining Hall. The event featured buffalo, garlic butter, and plain wings that were available to students with a meal plan. Students at the event gave the wings stellar reviews. “I think the garlic … Continue reading
For the fifth year in a row, Waynesburg University’s Public Relations Student Society of America chapter won PRSSA chapter of the year in the PRSA Pittsburgh Renaissance Awards. Pittsburgh Public Relations Society of America, Waynesburg University’s parent chapter, hosts the awards every year, according to PRSA Pittsburgh’s website. The awards honor local individuals and groups … Continue reading
This semester, undergraduate students at Waynesburg University have the opportunity to receive a grant from the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund II. According to an email circulated to students by Dr. Shari Payne, vice president of enrollment, students who are United States citizens and non-citizen students that are otherwise eligible for federal aid are able … Continue reading
