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Yahoo
06-04-2025
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Volunteers remove 3,000 pounds of trash from Buckhannon River
BUCKHANNON, (WBOY) — Volunteers with the Buckhannon River Watershed Association (BRWA) got busy on Saturday removing more than a ton of trash from the Buckhannon River. According to a press release from the BRWA, 19 community members gathered for the cleanup initiative at the River Road Access Site along the Buckhannon River with gloves, garbage bags, and determination. They were able to remove 3,000 pounds of trash from the water. Upshur County Public Library hosts Plant & Prosper event Jessica Bryzek, AmeriCorps VISTA with the BRWA, talked about just how important it is to keep the water clean. 'While we dream of creating a paddlers paradise along the Water Trail, we are more than just a group of paddlers. Our volunteers are stewards of the river, and we are here to ensure our river is cared for by the people that use it,' Bryzek said in the release. 'While scouting for a trash clean up location a few weeks ago, we found a Great Blue Heron wading through piles of trash along the banks of the river. Thanks to these volunteers, our heron friend can be healthier and happier now that the trash is removed.' The clean up was a part of the Make It Shine Clean Up sponsored by the WV Department of Environmental Protection REAP program. You can learn more about upcoming cleanups and volunteer opportunities on the Buckhannon River Watershed Association website or on the BWRA Facebook page. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
06-04-2025
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Upshur County Public Library hosts Plant & Prosper event
BUCKHANNON, (WBOY) — The Upshur County Public Library hosted its Plant and Prosper event Saturday, designed to cultivate both horticultural knowledge and neighborhood connections. Open to residents of all ages, the event served as a platform for individuals to engage with the joys of gardening while accessing valuable resources and expertise. One highlight of the event was a seed library swap, where attendees could exchange a diverse variety of seeds to encourage biodiversity and personal gardening projects. Member of the Randolph-Tucker Master Gardeners Association Ann Ludlow further explained the importance of the event. 'We have a great variety of seeds, both flowers and vegetables, a number of heirlooms which is very important to a lot of people nowadays that they are not getting hybrids, that they are getting heirlooms that they can grow years after year.' First Fridays hosts community-wide Easter egg hunt in Clarksburg The event also featured an educational session on nutrition propagating plants from bulbs, which gave instructions for gardeners of all experience levels. Several local gardening organizations were present to share insights, promote sustainable practices, and connect with community members interested in cultivating their green spaces. President of Fred Brooks Garden Club Beth Post told 12 News more about the importance of learning and gardening. 'Upshur County Public Library has a seed catalog available year-round. People can come in and get up to ten packs of seeds during a visit,' the President of Fred Brooks Garden Club Beth Post said. 'Upshur County is a big gardening area, and a lot of people don't need too much encouragement to get out and garden, but free seeds are always a good lore to come into the library and see what is available.' You can learn more about the organizations mentioned in this story on their linked pages. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
10-03-2025
- Entertainment
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West Virginia celebrating ramps with week of events
CLARKSBURG, (WBOY) — To celebrate the upcoming ramps harvest season, festivals and dinners are scheduled across West Virginia. Ramps are an Appalachian vegetable similar to green onions or wild garlic. They are known for their potent flavor but have also become a delicious symbol of West Virginia culture. Here are a few events during the week of April 19-26 celebrating ramps. This annual festival celebrates ramps harvest season and the beginning of West Virginia Mountain Rail's spring train season. Vendors with ramps-inspired products will be set up near the Elkins Depot Welcome Center from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday, April 26. Entry to the event is free, but make sure you have money with you for 'ramparoni rolls' and ramps donuts. Tickets for the one-hour train rides that will be available during the festival can be purchased online here for $29 for general admission. When is ramps harvest season in West Virginia? There will be a ramp dinner in Monongalia County on Saturday, April 26. The event will be hosted by Mason-Dixon Historical Park from 9 a.m.-2p.m. There will be a buffet of homestyle dishes featuring ramps, and crafters, artisans, and small businesses will be on-site as vendors selling their products. The dinner is $15 for adults and will be held at the park's red barn. Anyone interested in volunteering for the event can contact 304-879-4101. The 30th annual Ramp Dinner at the Upshur County Public Library will be held on Friday, April 25 from 5-8 p.m. The menu for the dinner is prepared by Chef Dale Hawkins of Fish Hawk Acres and will include the following items: Deviled Eggs with Pickled Ramps Fish Hawk Acres Signature Baked Ham (no ramps) Asparagus, Baby Carrots, Sugar Snap Peas (with & without ramps) Roasted Spring Potatoes (with & without ramps) Spinach Salad with Bacon Ramp Vinaigrette (non-ramp option available) Potato & Ramp Chowder Ramp & Vegetable Strata (Italian Quiche w/ Spinach, Mushrooms, Peppers, Tomatoes & Ramps) Ramp Focaccia Strawberry Shortcake Tickets are $28 for adults and include the meal and entertainment, although takeout options are available. Advance tickets should be purchased at the library or online here. All proceeds will benefit the Upshur County Public Library. Fayetteville hosts this one-day festival which features a ramp buffet followed by live music. The $25 ticket includes the meal of 13 ramp-centered dishes, including ramp smoked sausage, ramperoni rolls, and ramp ice cream with ramp salted caramel sauce. The buffet runs from 2-8 p.m. on Saturday, April 19 with live musicians Paul E Johnson & Corey Lee McQuade and The Creekers performing. Register or get more information here. How to harvest fiddleheads, West Virginia's lesser-known forageable vegetable Located in the small Wetzel County community of Reader, this festival will be held on the ground of Short Line School. The festival is still accepting applications for vendors of handmade products, ramp food and other items. If you're looking for a small town festival feel—this is it. More information will be shared on the event Facebook page. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
