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We are happy to announce that Liam Thomas Chappelear was born at 1 am on May 22nd, 2009 in London, England. He was 8lbs 5oz and 21.3 inches. He was born with quite a bit of black hair, but fair eyebrows.

Mr. Robert L. “Bob” Thompson age 82 years a resident of the Stringtown Road near Belington departed this life 5:10 am Thursday January 29, 2009 at his residence following a brief illness. He was born July 27, 1926 near Philippi, WV a son of the late James Otis and Iris Daugherty Thompson. On June 14, 1952 he was united in marriage to the former Delma Wagner who survives...

We are happy to announce the birth of Emma Elise Koontz! Emma was born to Josh and Daniella Koontz on July 25th, 2008 in Deland, Florida. She weighed 8lbs, 10oz, and measured 19.5 inches long. Emma was also welcomed to the world by her big sister Lillian and her paternal grandparents Steve and Cathy Koontz; and her maternal grandparents, Brent and Karen Dorsey from Moorefield,...

Announcing the birth of Lillian Oleigh Scherer born on October 11th, 2007. She weighed 7 lbs., 13 oz. Lillian is Tom Thompson’s second granddaughter.

Announcing the birth of Zoe Dale Chappelear born at 9:00am on July 9th, 2007 in London, England. She weighed 8 lbs., 3 oz. and was 21.5 inches long. Zoe is Tom Thompson’s first granddaughter.

William and Norma Thompson celebrate their 60th Wedding Anniversary! William and Norma were married June 4, 1947 in Philippi, West Virginia. William retired from Firestone with 35 years service. Norma retired from the City of Akron. They have three children, six grandchildren, one great-grandchild and another on the way. Congratulations! Love from Tom, Chuck, Carol and...

Announcing the birth of Scarlett Ann Watson, born on January 28th at 8:15 pm. She weighed 8 lbs, 3 oz. and measured 19 inches in length. Her proud parents are Anthony and Bethany Watson of Belington, WV. Her grandparents are Gary and Laurel Thompson of Philippi, WV. She is also welcomed by her big brother, Elijah Watson.

Congratulations to Gary and Laurel Thompson who celebrated their 30th Wedding Anniversary on November 27th, 2006.  There was a surprise party for them held at the Nestorville Community Center where family and friends attended.

Logan David Ross, the first child of Mitch and Jennifer Ross and the first great grandchild of Bob and Delma Thompson was born on September 17th, 2006. Logan weighed 8 lbs, 12 oz. and was 21 inches long.