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A Black Charleston church born during the Civil War celebrates 160 years
Simpson Memorial UMC’s fall celebration will feature faith, history and two-time James Beard Award winner Adrian Miller By Traci Phillips, BBG A Charleston church whose history reaches back to the […]
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‘Save a Life Day’ sets out to blanket US with Naloxone
On Sept. 24, 2026, Save A Life Day coordinates hundreds of free naloxone distribution events nationwide under the theme ‘Elevate Harm Reduction.’
State football suffers first loss of season
WVSU football moves to 1-1 after a 29-9 non-conference loss to FCS opponent Robert Morris. The Yellow Jackets now prepare for their MEC opener.