New Mercer County Schools Superintendent Appointed
Edward T. Toman was chosen by the Mercer County Board of Education at a special meeting to lead Mercer County Schools. He previously led Wetzel County Schools in New Martinsville for five years and has served as superintendent in Ritchie Gilmer and Wirt counties, with roles at Glenville State College and as a teacher and principal. He is set to begin July 1.
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Ritchie County
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Do It For Babydog Lottery Opens In West Virginia
West Virginia residents who have at least one COVID vaccine dose must register by midnight to be eligible for the first Do It For Babydog lottery drawing. The event will occur Sunday on West Virginia Day at the State Capitol with the first prize drawing and weekly drawings through August 4. Governor Jim Justice says the celebration will mark lifting the mask mandate and includes Father’s Day and the state’s 158th birthday.
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Tenyearold lemonade entrepreneur aims for Dollywood comeback
Jayden Barnes, 10, began selling lemonade on Mercer Street to fund a Dollywood trip for his hardworking mother. He offered two lemonade flavors, snacks, and free cups to law enforcement, hoping to earn enough for July travel while gaining community support. Deputy D Calloway and Susan Maninga helped amplify his story.
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Verlin Moye Named West Virginia County Clerk of the Year
Mercer County Clerk Verlin Moye received West Virginia’s County Clerk of the Year at the Clerk's Auditor's Conference at Canaan Valley Resort. The award honors meritorious service in county administration and elections, with Moye among four nominees and Charlie White presenting the honor.
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Mercer County
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