With graduation approaching, the borough of Waynesburg is preparing to lose a portion of its temporary population with Waynesburg University students heading home for the summer. The annual loss will take a toll on the borough in some respects but not in others. The 2022 publications of the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages and … Continue reading
As February comes to an end and college students move closer to the middle of the semester, it’s important to reflect on a few things that the month has taught us. February was national time management month, and for college students, time management is something that can be considered crucial to achieving a degree in … Continue reading
Potentially breaking a new record all while making their goals to help neighboring organizations is just what one Greene County organization aims to do. According to its website, the Greene County Chamber of Commerce works “to provide services and programs that will increase the success of member businesses and organizations and enhance the economy and … Continue reading
Students hold “Tuff Puff” volleyball tournament Students from Jefferson-Morgan and Carmichaels school districts have come together to hold a “Tuff Puff” volleyball tournament. The event takes place on Friday, March 3. Doors open at 5:30, and volleyball games start at 6:30 in the Jefferson-Morgan high school gym. The matches will be Jefferson-Morgan boys vs Carmichaels … Continue reading
Upon entering the Waynesburg University Fine Arts Department, different sounds may fill the air. It might be the sound of the concert band practicing. It might be a potter slabbing clay for their next piece. But one student, in particular, prefers her own sounds to fill her ears. Kaitlin Leadbitter, a sophomore art major, is … Continue reading
Candy shop holds Mardi Gras celebration On Tuesday, Feb. 21, 5 Kidz Kandy in Waynesburg will be holding its annual Mardi Gras celebration. Select pastries will be available along with a southern lunch beginning at 11 a.m. and festive, “fiery” desserts beginning at 4 p.m. 5 Kidz Kandy will be open from 9 a.m. to … Continue reading
Local library hosts mahjong club The Eva K. Bowlby Library has begun hosting a mahjong club every Wednesday. The club will be meeting at the library this Wednesday, Feb. 15 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. If interested, RSVP at the library’s circulation desk or call 724-627-9776. Jefferson-Morgan high school to hold blood drive The … Continue reading
Have you ever finished a book on a Friday afternoon and can’t make it to the library before closing time for a new one? Local libraries in Greene County are taking the steps to curb those problems one book at a time. While students at Waynesburg University were away for winter break, the Eva K. … Continue reading
Aviation club holds monthly meeting SOAR of Greene County will be holding its monthly meeting on Tuesday. Feb. 7. According to the Visit Greene events page, this aviation club, “is working to promote aviation and make it available to the community and the next generation of future aviators!” The club welcomes “anyone with a love … Continue reading
Bingo in Carmichaels The Carmichaels and Cumberland Township VFD will be continuing their Tuesday evening bingo nights. Early bird bingo begins at 6:30 p.m. and regular bingo begins at 6:45 p.m. The event is located at the Carmichaels & Cumberland Township Vol. Fire Company. Bingo is played every Tuesday evening weather permitting. Bingo in Waynesburg … Continue reading
