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USDA Lifts SNAP Restrictions In Four Flood-Damaged Counties

Those who receive SNAP benefits in Lewis, Pleasants, Ritchie and Upshur counties can use those dollars to buy hot or prepared foods for the next few weeks, thanks to a temporary federal waiver.

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Regional Rail-Trail Corridor Seeks Public Input

Organizers are calling on local leaders, business owners and trail users to attend upcoming community meetings to share their ideas and help shape the future of the corridor.

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February 12, 1901: Congressman Jacob Blair Dies at 79

Congressman Jacob Blair died in Utah, on February 12, 1901, at age 79. He was born in Parkersburg in 1821 and orphaned at a young age. He studied law…

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May 20, 1983: Basketball Coach, Author Clair Bee Dies at 87

On May 20, 1983, basketball coach and author Clair Bee died at age 87. He was a native of Pennsboro in Ritchie County but grew up in Grafton.He became a…

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