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The Brooke County Library in Wellsburg announces Design A Button kits for children aged 8 to 18, requiring registration and limited supplies for pickup. Interested participants can register online or by phone to collect their kits at the front desk. On August 6, the library will celebrate Dolly Day from 11 a. m. to noon, featuring a read-aloud of "Corduroy," crafts, and snacks, highlighting Dolly Parton's Imagination Library initiative that mails books to children aged birth to 5.

Parton aims to instill a lifelong love of reading in children through this program. Following Dolly Day, the library will screen "The Woman in the Yard," rated PG-13, on August 8 at noon, encouraging attendees to bring their lunch. This film presents a mysterious narrative about a spectral woman appearing on a family's lawn. Guests can enjoy free popcorn and water during the screening, with seat reservations available by phone or online. These events promote community engagement and literacy among local youth.

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City of Weirton hosting a toy and food drive

Weirton city officials are hosting a toy and food drive through December 5 to support local families in need. Donations will benefit the Brooke-Hancock Family Resource Network and the Salvation Army, with collection boxes placed throughout the city. Assistant City Manager DeeAnn Pulliam emphasized the community's commitment to helping those in need.

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Firm selected to represent Hancock County Schools in social media lawsuit

Hancock County Schools officials plan to join a nationwide lawsuit addressing social media's impact on youth mental health. The school board selected the Weirton-based law firm Frankovitch, Anetakis, Simon, Decapio & Pearl for representation due to its experience with class-action lawsuits. Superintendent Dan Enich noted that many West Virginia schools are considering similar actions.

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Big decision ahead for electricity costs

PJM's board faces a critical vote that could impact utility bills for 67 million Americans, potentially saving households up to $70 monthly. A coalition of state legislators proposes the Protecting Ratepayers Proposal to address rising electricity demands from data centers. The plan aims to balance reliability risks and costs associated with this growth.