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The Barbour Democrat is an independent newspaper published every Wednesday in Philippi, West Virginia, devoted to the best interests of Barbour County. Poling.

The Barbour Democrat is an independent newspaper published every Wednesday in Philippi, West Virginia, USA. In addition to weekly sports coverage in the newspaper, The Barbour Democrat is also the official 2014-2015 sports photographer for Alderson Broaddus University. Our expert photography services cover all Alderson Broaddus University, Philip Barbour High School, and Barbour County athletics,

as well as county events. This unique service allows our office to offer photographs from all of your favorite sporting events, teams, and players for purchase online at http://barbourdemocratwv.morephotos.com/mp_client/pictures.asp. The Barbour Democrat Office also houses the Barbour Publishing Company, which began in 2014 and offers a wide variety of printing, publishing, and design services and products to suit any business or professional needs. The Barbour Democrat is the only newspaper published in Barbour County and has a paid circulation of 5,300, accounting for 31% of the county's population. It is a member of the West Virginia Press Association. The Barbour Democrat has been published continuously since 6 July 1893, when it was founded by Aldine S. In the 1940s it absorbed a rival paper, The Philippi Republican. The paper was owned and operated by the Byrne family, but is now owned in its entirety by J. Eric Cutright. Lars Byrne is the editor and the only remaining Byrne family member still employed by The Barbour Democrat. Coverage consists of serious news from the region, reported by staff, and social items contributed by readers. In addition to covering events in Philippi, Belington and Junior, the Democrat runs several regular columns reporting news from small rural communities in the county. Despite its name, the paper has long since abandoned political partisanship and does not publish editorials or endorse candidates. In 2004, The Barbour Democrat received the Barbour County Chamber's Directors' Award 'for long and faithful dedication to the continuing prosperity of Barbour County and its citizens, wherever in the world they may now be living.' In 2005, the paper won the West Virginia Education Association's Golden Apple Award for continuous coverage of education issues.

01/06/2025

SHELTER NOTICE:::

I’m the event of a power outage, shelters are opened near the area of the outage to better serve the communities.

Possible shelter sites for this event is: Barbour Co Fairgrounds Quonset Hut, Tacy Community Building, and Mt Liberty Community Building, and Belington Civic Center.

PLEASE NOTE, these shelters are NOT active at this time, but notice will be made if they are opened. Once again, there are NO volunteers at the shelters, so they are NOT open.

Additionally, if you need assistance or need assistance with heating, contact Barbour 911 at 304-457-5167.

11/09/2024

A proclamation from Gov. Jim Justice banning outdoor burning statewide remains in effect in the Mountain State.

Read More: bit.ly/3Yyrwbd

11/06/2024

Unofficial Election Results In Barbour County

General election was held on November 5, 2024 across the country, including in Barbour County. There were total of 2268 early votes, not including provisional ballots and absentee ballots. In May primary election, there were 669 early votes. Until Tuesday, close to quarter of registered voters in the county have already voted.

Total number of voters who came out was 6353 for the total of 64% of the voter – the largest turnout in recent years.

In local races, the results were as follows (in alphabetical order): County Commission: Phil Hart (I) 2580, Bob Richardson (R) 3426; Prosecuting Attorney: Andrew “Drew” Phillips (R) 5364; Sheriff: Brett Carpenter (R) 3723, Jeff Roy (I) 2303; Assessor: Derick Spencer (R) 5372.

In state races, the results were as follows (in alphabetical order):
State Senate District 11: Robbie Morris (R) 4712, Mandy Smith Weirich (D) 1296; House of Delegates District 68: Chris Phillips (R) 5393.

10/21/2024

Per MonPower PR Department:

Planned power outage that was scheduled for City of Philippi customers for October 28,2024 is cancelled. There is no rescheduled date yet.

09/26/2024

Battlers K**b And WV Wesleyan Announce Partnership

By Marija Ilic

Slightly more than a year ago, Alderson Broaddus University closed its doors for good, and the faith of the property and the future of Philippi was unknown. At the end of January, Battlers K**b LLC purchased the property and slowly started opening the doors – first with Burbick Hall, where most of the offices have been since filled with various organizations and businesses. Erickson Alumni Center reopened as a lodging facility, and has been very popular among travelers and visitors, as well as alumni who have now been coming to visit the old stomping grounds. Wilcox Chapel and Heiner Hall have been the site of the events, graduation receptions, birthday parties, and community events, drawing people from the area to top of the hill. Rex Pyles Arena and football stadium have also hosted numerous events, and multiple schools had their pre-season and band overnight camps on campus as well.

On Wednesday, September 25, 2024, a joint press conference by Battlers K**b LLC and West Virginia Wesleyan College was held at the Burbick Hall, announcing the future collaboration with two entities, which will include offering variety of educational opportunities. WVWC President Moore expanded on it, alluding to expansion of allied health degree programs, and mentioned the state’s critical need in positions of nursing, physician assistants, and mental health professionals.
Moore mentioned Robbie Morris, WV Wesleyan alum, who facilitated the meeting between Craig Phillips, owner of Battlers K**b LLC, and the WV Wesleyan administration. Call to action was put out to industry, healthcare, community, educational sector, and entrepreneurs to partner up in order to move as fast as possible to fill the critical shortages in several sectors in the state.

Cheri Sturm, the manager of Battlers K**b LLC property. “One of the main goals since day one,” she said, “was to expand on the history of Alderson Broaddus, and bringing some kind of educational program back to campus.”

More detailed information about the plans will be available in the near future.

05/22/2024

City of Philippi held their municipal election on Tuesday, May 21, 2024.
The results were as follows:

Mayor
Colin Murphy 160
Phil Bowers 204
Gretch Corley 16
David C. Mulneix 2

City Clerk
Taylor Busse 124
Tammy Stemple 252

Councilperson Southwest District
Delane Goodwin McDaniel 64
Ian Moyer 90
Amy Mick 225

Councilperson Southeast District
Clint A. Newman 200
Beth Marsh 179

Councilperson Northwest District
Cathy Corder 182
Jason Steerman 97
John W. Green 92

Councilperson Northeast District
Susie Cvechko 248
Jacob Summerfield 125

Councilperson North Central District
Scott Miller 68
Tony Wilson 189
Larry D. Jones 117

05/15/2024

Unofficial primary election results.

May 14, 2024.

03/16/2024

Fatal Shooting Occurs Near Philippi Covered Bridge; Suspect Apprehended

By Marija Ilic

Update: Saturday, March 16, 2024, 9:16 a.m.
According to the City of Philippi Police Chief Miller, the suspect was apprehended earlier this morning. More information will be forthcoming as more details are released.

Philippi, WV, March 15, 2024, 8:30 p.m.
Tragedy struck near the historic Philippi Covered Bridge on Friday, as authorities responded to a fatal shooting that claimed the life of one male individual. The incident, which unfolded around 5 p.m. near Blue and Gray Park, has left law enforcement agencies on high alert as they pursue the suspect.

According to reports from Lieutenant Dustin Cale and Chief Shane Miller of the Philippi Police Department, emergency responders rushed to the scene following a distressing call reporting shots fired and a victim lying on the ground. Eyewitnesses recounted seeing a dark blue or dark gray Toyota Tacoma, equipped with a distinctive dog box in the bed and red or orange flags, fleeing the area. The suspect has been identified as Michael Mussi, although the victim's identity remains undisclosed at this time.

Authorities have initiated a widespread search spanning Upshur, Barbour, Randolph, and Tucker counties, cautioning that Mussi is considered armed and dangerous. Despite ongoing efforts, the motive behind the shooting remains unclear. The West Virginia State Police Crime Team and Medical Examiner's Office have been deployed to assist in the investigation.

Responding to the scene were Barbour County Office of Emergency Management, City of Philippi Police, City of Belington Police, Barbour County Sheriff’s Department, West Virginia State Police, and Barbour County EMS. Randolph County Sheriff’s Department also responded.

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