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District steps in to save FACT show

FAIRMONT— A partnership between the Fairmont Area School District and Fairmont Opera House will ensure that the annual Fairmont Area Community Theater (FACT) production still goes on despite the Opera House being closed to the public for repairs. In the fall of 2023, the Opera House ...

Girl’s idea garners Gold Award

FAIRMONT — A compassionate girl scout from Troop #34517 is set to be granted the Gold Award of the Girl Scout organization. Madison Sokoloski has constructed her project, 'Busy Bags' to aid frightened, timid pediatric patients during their time admitted to the hospital, especially during ...

Community Day Auction today

CEYLON — Today, April 13, is the date for the Ceylon Community Day Auction and Rummage Sales. Maps for rummage sales should be available at the auction office (bus) and the post office. Remember to respect private property in the City and reduce speeds of four wheelers. There will be many ...

UHD committed to local care

FAIRMONT— United Hospital District (UHD) is making fast progress on transforming the former Dulcimer Medical Center building in Fairmont into a facility that will fit all of the additional services the healthcare system wants to bring in. While it’s currently open and patients are being ...

Last cribbage event for the season Saturday

WELCOME — There is an American Red Cross blood drive from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. today, April 12, at the Fairmont American Legion, 300 Downtown Plaza in Fairmont. There is also a blood drive from 12:30-5:30 p.m. on April 22, at Martin Luther High School in Northrop. To find blood drives near you or ...

ACE lines up students with local opportunities

FAIRMONT— In an effort to show area high school students local employment opportunities, several entities annually organize Area Career Exploration (ACE). The event, now in its 16th year, was held Wednesday at Fairmont High School. ACE is a joint venture between the Fairmont Area Chamber of ...