7:00 am - History of Trinity United Methodist Church
8:11 am - Fairmont City Council on 9-22-09
Emotional Council Meeting with much discussion on Racial Slurs splattered on the streets and cars on Bon View Ave. Marion County NAACP President, Rev. Robert "Ted" Buckner and Pastor Dobbs spoke to council. Anthony Horton spoke on diversifying excess levy funds (if placed on ballot and passed) on paving to demolition. James Wharton spoke on Fairmont buying water from Shinnston to alleviate a bond on citizens. George Rodel recommended a noise ordinance to curtail loud car stereos blaring on 4th St. and Locust Ave. Grants presented to FDCP and Palatine Parks Commission. 2nd Hearing of 8 million bond proposal passed.
9:33 am - Barackville United Methodist Church Worship on 09-06-09
Worship from a host church in the Greater Fairmont Council of Churches is offered as a public service through Channel 19. Rev. Scott Ingleton presides in the service of Holy Communion and local attorney Scott Tharp is the service commentator. Seven songs are performed, a children's message is presented, and people are seen greeting each other.
10:33 am - WVU Basketball Players at East Fairmont High School from Support of United Way
A basketball clinic held at Fairmont East High School by members of staff and basketball team was captured in the aftermath of signing autographs and getting interviews. Players such as D'Shaun Butler and Welling Smith along with assistant coach Brown were interviewed.
10:48 am - Visit to Harper's Ferry and Shepherdstown
A 2 day working vacation resulted in this short 8 minute video, produced with an inexpensive computer digital program called Pinnacle.
10:55 am - Vocal Tapestry sings "America the Beautiful"
11:00 am - Fairmont City Council 08-25-09
This City Council was broadcast live over the web. Tabled was action to sale surplus property over Ebay. City Manager Jay Rogers announced that police chief Mark Hayes will be retiring in December after 28 years with the department. In announcements Council member Robert Sapp questioned why the City turned off the Water Fountain during celebrations of Fairmont. Also, Council members scheduled a public hearing from Sept. 8 to approve the next step of the nearly $10 million project necessary to fix the city's faulty water treatment plant once and for all. A final decision by Oct. 2 will be made concerning a proposed rate increase the PSD will make to the city. James Davis of South Park Drive expressed much concern about parkign near Fairmont Senior High School, its health and safety to all and the manner the situation was handled.
11:51 am - Chamber of Commerce Dinner
This dinner presents awards to deserving companies, individuals and entities that exhibit community pride. purpose and passion. The Fairmont Times West Virginians prepares a special edition of the evening events. This program was broadcast live over the internet on ustream. com Major General Tackett gave the message.
12:00 pm - Habitat for Humanity
This dinner presents awards to deserving companies, individuals and entities that exhibit community pride. purpose and passion. The Fairmont Times West Virginians prepares a special edition of the evening events. This program was broadcast live over the internet on ustream. com Major General Tackett gave the message.
12:14 pm - County Commission 09-02-09
Commissioners approved a bid from Bridgeport-based Dodd General Contractors for a little more than $32,200 to complete the paving project. Bids for a jailhouse roof was tabled till more information can be obtained. Various appointments were made. Also, there was Updating Purchasing Manual to include a Resident Vendor Preference Clause (Section (d)) to comply with Federal and State Guidelines or when State or Federal funds are involved in project.
12:34 pm - John McCutcheon: His Thoughts on Music
John McCutcheon appeared at Prickett’s Fort on August , 2009. He was gracious enough to grant an interview with me the following day at the Holiday Inn. He also gave me permission to air his music. It is hopeful you, the viewer, will like his music so much as to purchase his albums or download his tunes from various sites. He sings two wonderful songs, “There’s Room at the Top of the Stairs,” in which he describes the empty room where his child grew up in and all the memories attached there. In the second song, “I Am Here,” he sings the song he wrote for the Copperstown Baseball Hall of Fame describing how all of us are part of the Hall of Fame. He also describes his journeys to WV, his introduction to folk music, the influence of many people, and the radical nature of Christianity which has been overlooked.
1:10 pm - County Commission 09-23-09
Randy Elliott was reappointed to the health board by a 2-1 vote with Commissioner Wayne Stutler voting against it with reasons given by both sides. The difficulty of funding county requests came into question over Rivesville’s desire to have tables purchased, Farmington to have asphalt funding, and the Mannington 4-H Club for funding to purchase metal roofing and log-style siding for a cabin, in the amount of $3,592.66 from the County Commission. County Attorney Charles Shields shared reasons why he felt it inappropriate to fund these requests. There was recognition of employees who moved record books, particularly Rob Holmes and Mark Campbell. Randy Elliott discussed Black Friday, a proposal by many groups to use the Election Center as a distribution point for giving out needed items to children on the day following Thanksgiving.
1:42 pm - Fairmont State Football Coach Mike Lopez
Tony discusses Mountaineer football at the WVHTC Foundation as part of Main Street Fairmont fund raising ceremonies.
2:20 pm - Army Newswatch 08-18-09
Discussing Suicide Prevention in the Military, a World Record of 452 innings in the Military, what the new GI Bill is all about, Construction of the state of art hospital with all the amenities, and a story of a wounded vet and how the company he runs uses wounded veterans to assist.
2:37 pm - Consumer Science News & Notes
Highlights of the month include Cataract Awareness, Educational Assistance, Cooking Corner, Child Safety, Healthier Lifestyles, saving on car costs, Penny Pinching, and Entertaining Oddities.
3:00 pm - United Way Kickoff Campaign 2009-2010
Guest speaker was Robert Marquardt, CEO, Fairmont General Hospital. Honorary Chairperson, John Veasey, spoke and encouraged all to participate in the Golf Outing for Untied Way. Stephanie Nicholson of Allegheny Energy and Cathy Petty of Fairmont General shared their successful campaigns of 2009.
4:01 pm - Fairmont City Council 09-08-09
Firemen were honored for saving a life on Gladden St. Those honored by Roger Wilson, Fire Chief, were: Jason Barke, Joe Bittinger, Darren Culp, John LeMasters . Public Hearings voted on were the conditions of employment of Jay Rogers for City Manager, Ordinance Authorizing, Approving And Providing For The Construction Of Public Improvements Identified In The Water Treatment Facilities Corrective Action Plan For The Fairmont Water Treatment Plant Dated February 2009, And Further Authorizing And Empowering The City Manager To Do Any And All Things Necessary to make it happen. David Sago then speoke on the conditions of the Water Lines, etc. of the City of Fairmont. Also, Resolutions concerning the FCDP and the Fairmont Parks Commission for funding to continue improvements at palatine Park. Appointments were made.
4:57 pm - County Commission 08-1209
5:19 pm - 5K Run in Morgantown
The Jim Dunn Memorial Scholarship Run is presented. Interviews with North Marion stars Keri Bland of WVU who placed in the national NCAA and Olympic Trails; and state Winner Zach Tennant, who will be attending William and Mary in the Colonial Athletic Conference.
6:17 pm - Coach Bill Stewart Discusses the 2009 Mountaineers
Also present and speaking is Mike Joseph, the strength and conditioning coach of WVU who is a West Fairmont Graduate.
6:43 pm - WVU News
West Virginia University students produce this 15 minute professional news program that is shown Sundays on WWVU-TV and then daily on channel 19. Through the efforts of Gina Dahlia, this production has captured national awards.
7:00 pm - History of Trinity United Methodist Church
8:11 pm - Fairmont City Council on 9-22-09
Emotional Council Meeting with much discussion on Racial Slurs splattered on the streets and cars on Bon View Ave. Marion County NAACP President, Rev. Robert "Ted" Buckner and Pastor Dobbs spoke to council. Anthony Horton spoke on diversifying excess levy funds (if placed on ballot and passed) on paving to demolition. James Wharton spoke on Fairmont buying water from Shinnston to alleviate a bond on citizens. George Rodel recommended a noise ordinance to curtail loud car stereos blaring on 4th St. and Locust Ave. Grants presented to FDCP and Palatine Parks Commission. 2nd Hearing of 8 million bond proposal passed.
9:33 pm - Barackville United Methodist Church Worship on 09-06-09
Worship from a host church in the Greater Fairmont Council of Churches is offered as a public service through Channel 19. Rev. Scott Ingleton presides in the service of Holy Communion and local attorney Scott Tharp is the service commentator. Seven songs are performed, a children's message is presented, and people are seen greeting each other.
10:33 pm - WVU Basketball Players at East Fairmont High School from Support of United Way
A basketball clinic held at Fairmont East High School by members of staff and basketball team was captured in the aftermath of signing autographs and getting interviews. Players such as D'Shaun Butler and Welling Smith along with assistant coach Brown were interviewed.
10:48 pm - Visit to Harper's Ferry and Shepherdstown
A 2 day working vacation resulted in this short 8 minute video, produced with an inexpensive computer digital program called Pinnacle.
10:55 pm - Vocal Tapestry sings "America the Beautiful"
11:00 pm - Fairmont City Council 08-25-09
This City Council was broadcast live over the web. Tabled was action to sale surplus property over Ebay. City Manager Jay Rogers announced that police chief Mark Hayes will be retiring in December after 28 years with the department. In announcements Council member Robert Sapp questioned why the City turned off the Water Fountain during celebrations of Fairmont. Also, Council members scheduled a public hearing from Sept. 8 to approve the next step of the nearly $10 million project necessary to fix the city's faulty water treatment plant once and for all. A final decision by Oct. 2 will be made concerning a proposed rate increase the PSD will make to the city. James Davis of South Park Drive expressed much concern about parkign near Fairmont Senior High School, its health and safety to all and the manner the situation was handled.
11:51 pm - Chamber of Commerce Dinner
This dinner presents awards to deserving companies, individuals and entities that exhibit community pride. purpose and passion. The Fairmont Times West Virginians prepares a special edition of the evening events. This program was broadcast live over the internet on ustream. com Major General Tackett gave the message.
12:00 am - Habitat for Humanity
This dinner presents awards to deserving companies, individuals and entities that exhibit community pride. purpose and passion. The Fairmont Times West Virginians prepares a special edition of the evening events. This program was broadcast live over the internet on ustream. com Major General Tackett gave the message.
12:14 am - County Commission 09-02-09
Commissioners approved a bid from Bridgeport-based Dodd General Contractors for a little more than $32,200 to complete the paving project. Bids for a jailhouse roof was tabled till more information can be obtained. Various appointments were made. Also, there was Updating Purchasing Manual to include a Resident Vendor Preference Clause (Section (d)) to comply with Federal and State Guidelines or when State or Federal funds are involved in project.
12:34 am - John McCutcheon: His Thoughts on Music
John McCutcheon appeared at Prickett’s Fort on August , 2009. He was gracious enough to grant an interview with me the following day at the Holiday Inn. He also gave me permission to air his music. It is hopeful you, the viewer, will like his music so much as to purchase his albums or download his tunes from various sites. He sings two wonderful songs, “There’s Room at the Top of the Stairs,” in which he describes the empty room where his child grew up in and all the memories attached there. In the second song, “I Am Here,” he sings the song he wrote for the Copperstown Baseball Hall of Fame describing how all of us are part of the Hall of Fame. He also describes his journeys to WV, his introduction to folk music, the influence of many people, and the radical nature of Christianity which has been overlooked.
1:10 am - County Commission 09-23-09
Randy Elliott was reappointed to the health board by a 2-1 vote with Commissioner Wayne Stutler voting against it with reasons given by both sides. The difficulty of funding county requests came into question over Rivesville’s desire to have tables purchased, Farmington to have asphalt funding, and the Mannington 4-H Club for funding to purchase metal roofing and log-style siding for a cabin, in the amount of $3,592.66 from the County Commission. County Attorney Charles Shields shared reasons why he felt it inappropriate to fund these requests. There was recognition of employees who moved record books, particularly Rob Holmes and Mark Campbell. Randy Elliott discussed Black Friday, a proposal by many groups to use the Election Center as a distribution point for giving out needed items to children on the day following Thanksgiving.
1:42 am - Fairmont State Football Coach Mike Lopez
Tony discusses Mountaineer football at the WVHTC Foundation as part of Main Street Fairmont fund raising ceremonies.
2:20 am - Army Newswatch 08-18-09
Discussing Suicide Prevention in the Military, a World Record of 452 innings in the Military, what the new GI Bill is all about, Construction of the state of art hospital with all the amenities, and a story of a wounded vet and how the company he runs uses wounded veterans to assist.
2:37 am - Consumer Science News & Notes
Highlights of the month include Cataract Awareness, Educational Assistance, Cooking Corner, Child Safety, Healthier Lifestyles, saving on car costs, Penny Pinching, and Entertaining Oddities.
3:00 am - United Way Kickoff Campaign 2009-2010
Guest speaker was Robert Marquardt, CEO, Fairmont General Hospital. Honorary Chairperson, John Veasey, spoke and encouraged all to participate in the Golf Outing for Untied Way. Stephanie Nicholson of Allegheny Energy and Cathy Petty of Fairmont General shared their successful campaigns of 2009.
4:01 am - Fairmont City Council 09-08-09
Firemen were honored for saving a life on Gladden St. Those honored by Roger Wilson, Fire Chief, were: Jason Barke, Joe Bittinger, Darren Culp, John LeMasters . Public Hearings voted on were the conditions of employment of Jay Rogers for City Manager, Ordinance Authorizing, Approving And Providing For The Construction Of Public Improvements Identified In The Water Treatment Facilities Corrective Action Plan For The Fairmont Water Treatment Plant Dated February 2009, And Further Authorizing And Empowering The City Manager To Do Any And All Things Necessary to make it happen. David Sago then speoke on the conditions of the Water Lines, etc. of the City of Fairmont. Also, Resolutions concerning the FCDP and the Fairmont Parks Commission for funding to continue improvements at palatine Park. Appointments were made.
4:57 am - County Commission 08-1209
5:19 am - 5K Run in Morgantown
The Jim Dunn Memorial Scholarship Run is presented. Interviews with North Marion stars Keri Bland of WVU who placed in the national NCAA and Olympic Trails; and state Winner Zach Tennant, who will be attending William and Mary in the Colonial Athletic Conference.
6:17 am - Coach Bill Stewart Discusses the 2009 Mountaineers
Also present and speaking is Mike Joseph, the strength and conditioning coach of WVU who is a West Fairmont Graduate.
6:43 am - WVU News
West Virginia University students produce this 15 minute professional news program that is shown Sundays on WWVU-TV and then daily on channel 19. Through the efforts of Gina Dahlia, this production has captured national awards.
