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More candidates file prior to Saturday’s deadline

By Beth Sergent For Mason County Extra Edition POINT PLEASANT — Saturday is the last day for candidates to file for the May primary, with several already throwing their names into their respective races at not only the county level, but for state, district and national offices, as well. County races According to Mason County Clerk Diana Cromley, candidates who have filed with her office … Continue reading More candidates file prior to Saturday’s deadline

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Four from Mason County vying for ‘Fairs and Festivals’ crown

Submitted to Mason County Extra Edition CHARLESTON — Four royal titleholders from Mason County will be attending this year’s West Virginia Association of Fairs and Festivals (WVAFF) Pageant, starting tonight, and continuing through Saturday, at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center. The Mason County Fair is the only fair or festival held within Mason County eligible to send a festival queen to this year’s WVAFF … Continue reading Four from Mason County vying for ‘Fairs and Festivals’ crown

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County Clerk reports candidates filing for offices; Secretary of State’s website updates national, state, district filings

The race(s) is on! First day of candidate filings in West Virginia By Beth Sergent For Mason County Extra Edition POINT PLEASANT — Today was the first day of the candidate filing period in West Virginia, as candidates threw their names into their respective races at not only the county level, but for state, district and national offices, as well. County races According to Mason … Continue reading County Clerk reports candidates filing for offices; Secretary of State’s website updates national, state, district filings

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Christmas in Point Pleasant: The Parade, the Tree Lighting, ‘It’s A Wonderful Life’ on Main Street, and Christmas on Fourth Street

Photos by Ed Lowe Staff Report Mason County Extra Edition POINT PLEASANT — The Christmas spirit arrived earlier this month in Point Pleasant with the city’s annual Christmas Parade and tree lighting ceremony, along with a new opportunity for visitors to ice skate on Main Street while celebrating with local merchants, as well as city officials and staff, during the “It’s A Wonderful Life” on … Continue reading Christmas in Point Pleasant: The Parade, the Tree Lighting, ‘It’s A Wonderful Life’ on Main Street, and Christmas on Fourth Street

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Showing dedication to the veterans of Mason County

Memorial Dedication Ceremony held, with photos by Ed Lowe Staff Report Mason County Extra Edition MASON, W.Va. — The Mason County Veterans Memorial Dedication Ceremony was held last weekend, fittingly enough, on Veterans Day, commemorating the first phase of the project and updating those gathered on the phases to follow, all while honoring those who have served.   The memorial is located near the Bridge … Continue reading Showing dedication to the veterans of Mason County

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Veterans Day Parade returns to Main Street

By Beth Sergent Mason County Extra Edition POINT PLEASANT — The annual AMVETS Veterans Day Parade marched down Main Street Saturday afternoon with Grand Marshal Fleming Young, Jr. leading the way. The parade, traditionally held the Saturday prior to Veterans Day, of course featured veterans, but also included pageant title holders, first responders, 4-H members, the Grand Champion PPHS Black Knight Marching Band and more. … Continue reading Veterans Day Parade returns to Main Street

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Point’s Halloween Block Party a ‘treat’ for large crowd

Photo gallery by Ed Lowe By Beth Sergent Mason County Extra Edition POINT PLEASANT — Main Street was a real “treat” on Thursday for those young ones (and the young at heart), attending the annual Halloween Block Party. Free games, free candy, free food, free music and most of all, free memories greeted attendees. This year, Point Pleasant City Officials asked Councilman Dylan Handley to … Continue reading Point’s Halloween Block Party a ‘treat’ for large crowd

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Updated Trick-or-Treat and community events calendar for Mason County

Friday, Oct. 27 LEON — Trick-or-treat, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. The Leon Fire Department announced via its Facebook page “Make sure to stop by the station and see us for some goodies.” Saturday, Oct. 28 MASON COUNTY UNINCORPORATED AREAS — Trick-or-treat in all unincorporated areas throughout Mason County, which is set by the Mason County Commission, will be 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.   POINT PLEASANT … Continue reading Updated Trick-or-Treat and community events calendar for Mason County

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In Focus: Bluegrass and Country String Festival; Folklore and Fear Storytelling at Fort Randolph

Staff Report Mason County Extra Edition MASON COUNTY — Longtime community photographer Ed Lowe was out and about in Mason County last weekend, with stops at the Bluegrass and Country String Festival held at the West Virginia State Farm Museum, and, the Folklore and Fear Storytelling event at Fort Randolph. Pictured within the story link is a photo gallery of the events provided by Lowe … Continue reading In Focus: Bluegrass and Country String Festival; Folklore and Fear Storytelling at Fort Randolph

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PPHS Class of 1966 inspired to give back

POINT PLEASANT — Visitors to Tu-Endie-Wei State Park may have noticed a new addition, thanks to the Point Pleasant High School Class of 1966. The class purchased this bench, pictured below, and donated it to the park, which recently hosted Battle Days and is a busy attraction in downtown Point Pleasant. According to Judy Hensley, the PPHS grads had money left over from previous class … Continue reading PPHS Class of 1966 inspired to give back

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