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It was a bitter cold December 23rd. Battles in early 1776 had provided the Continentals hope for revolutionary success, and in July we declared our independence from Great Britain. But as winter set in, one defeat after another had George Washington’s army on the verge of dismantlement and defeat. Opposing factions severely divided the country Read More…
This year, National Wreaths Across America Day will be held on Saturday, December 16, 2023 on the Steps of the Calhoun County Courthouse in Grantsville, at 12:00 Noon. Join the volunteers of the Civil Air Patrol and supporters who will gather to Remember, Honor and Teach at more than 4,000 participating locations in all 50 Read More…
With Veteran’s Day fast Approaching, it is a good time to consider a donation toward the Wreaths Across America Day. This year, National Wreaths Across America Day will be held on Saturday, December 16, 2023. Join the local Civil Air Patrol, Calhoun’s Composite Squadron, as they serve to remember the veterans buried in the cemeteries Read More…
GLENVILLE, WV – From February 28 to March 2, Student Veterans of America (SVA) members from Glenville State University and Marshall University participated in Washington Week. Washington Week allows SVA chapter members from around the nation to make their voices heard at the United States capitol. Washington Week is also a time for the students Read More…
GLENVILLE, WV – Glenville State University has been recognized by the website Military Supportive Colleges as a top pick among military-supportive universities in the Southeast Region of the United States. Glenville State earned the recognition among only five other public higher education institutions in West Virginia. Each recognized institution offers Yellow Ribbon program funding to Read More…
Photos provided by Melissa Keener The Grantsville Lions Club and the Town of Grantsville spent Friday evening honoring local veterans for their service to our Country by providing them an evening of entertainment and food. The veterans enjoyed a spaghetti dinner served with the help of local Girl Scout Troop 38205 who offered their service Read More…
CHARLESTON, WV – As a show of appreciation to veterans and active duty military personnel, Gov. Jim Justice announced today that several discounts for all United States veterans are available. Veterans who stay at a West Virginia state park lodge throughout the month of November are eligible for a 50% discount on lodge room stays. “I Read More…
Mark English, Artisan, proudly stands among the sawdust that was sawn and whittled away to create a tribute to the American Soldiers of the the wars carved into the base. A fitting tribute he thought, once he discovered that the trees were planted by World War I Veteran Lynn Oles, who brought the trees back Read More…
