Jay Lowder of Harvest Ministries in Texas was the guest speaker at the annual National Day of Prayer Breakfast on Thursday morning at the Ali-Ghan Shrine Club.  Established in 1952 by a joint resolution of the United States Congress, the National Day of Prayer is an annual observance held on the first Thursday of May that brings together all faiths and traditions to pray for the nation. 

The West Virginia Governor’s Highway Safety Program (GHSP) emphasizes that Motorcycle Safety is Everyone’s Safety. This messaging is shared in partnership with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, and Memorial Day weekend at the end of May ushers in the unofficial start of the summer road travel season. Safe riding and driving practices, and cooperation from all road users, will help reduce the number of fatalities and injuries on our highways.   “We know motorcyclists come to West Virginia to enjoy our scenic motorcycle routes across the state. We…

Rocky Gap Casino Resort awarded lucky guests a combined jackpot total of $2,144,094 in April. The largest win of the month came on Saturday, April 15 when one lucky local from Maryland, turned hit a $43,532 jackpot while playing the Deji Dali Jade slot machine. Additional jackpots include a local guest winning $24,051 while playing the Prosperity Links slot machine on Tuesday, April 4; a guest from Pennsylvania winning $20,000 while playing "All Star Poker" on Friday, April 21; and another local Maryland visitor took home $18,923 on a $1.25 bet while playing the Golden Century slot machine on Saturday,…

 Gov. Jim Justice and officials from the West Virginia Department of Homeland Security (WV DHS) honored seven West Virginia first responders today with the inaugural Medal of Valor awards. "There is no other way to put it; these recipients are heroes,” Gov. Justice said. “It is an extreme honor to recognize these individuals who gave their all to serve and protect our community. Today, we gather to celebrate these fearless men and women, acknowledge them, and honor their selflessness. I couldn't be more proud.”     The West Virginia First Responder Honor Board was created within the WV DHS to…

Congressman David Trone announced that he will be a candidate for the U.S. Senate seat that Cardin currently holds.     “Ben Cardin has been an outstanding public servant for over five decades, dedicated to getting results for Maryland. Marylanders need a Senator who will build on his legacy of legislating with tenacity, integrity, and a commitment to delivering for Maryland families rather than just playing political games,” said David Trone. “Marylanders need real solutions now, because we face major challenges — and the clock is ticking. Opioids and substance use disorders are crushing families and communities. A mental health crisis,…

On Wednesday, May 3, 2023, the Cumberland Police Department served a criminal summons on Dillon Nicholson.  The summons was issued as the result of incident that occurred on March 7, 2023.  On this date at approximately 4:05 PM, officers were searching the Elm Street area for a wanted male subject when they contacted another male who was identified as Dillon Nicholson.  After further investigation, Nicholson was found to be in possession of a controlled dangerous substance.  Police filed for charges against Nicholson at the District Court of Allegany County.  Nicholson signed for his copy of the summons and was released…

On Wednesday, May 3, 2023, the Cumberland Police Department served a bench warrant on Perry Hamilton Jr.  The warrant was issued due to Hamilton violating the conditions of his probation.  Hamilton was originally charged with CDS Admin Equip Poss/Dist.  Hamilton was arrested and transported to Central Booking.  He was later seen by a District Court Commissioner and remanded to the Allegany County Detention Center on a $7,500 bond. ARRESTED:  Perry Nelson Hamilton Jr.    AGE:  42           Cumberland, MD BENCH WARRANT SERVED On Wednesday, May 3, 2023, the Cumberland Police Department served a bench warrant on Nichole Jones.  The warrant was issued…

The Cumberland Civil Air Patrol is among the national finalists in the American Rocketry Challenge coming later this month.  The students will compete against other teams at the national finals taking place May 20th in The Plains, Virginia – located below Winchester off Route 50.  Air-Space Education Officer Rich VanBlarcom spoke with WCBC about the size of the competition… This year’s challenge for the competition features the design, build and launch of model rockets carrying a particular payload…

The City of Cumberland is set to move forward with a positive financial outlook according to Mayor Ray Morriss. On Wednesday’s Dave Norman show, Mayor Morriss spoke about the way the budgeting process is paving the way for good fiscal years ahead… The Mayor also gave tribute to those in City leadership past and present that have had a part in bringing the city into this positive era of transparency…

Unveiling of a Public Art project between local business Craft Table and artist Francesca Crevoiserat from Indio, California is a student in the Art and Design program for a BFA (Studio Art) with a dual focus in Painting and Cermaics at Frostburg State University, Frostburg, MD.  Francesca has exhibited artwork in the 2023 & 2022 Frostburg Student Art Exhibition, the 2022 Queer Appalachia Exhibition, and the 2019 Palm Desert High School Arts Exhibit. She has created this image of youth and curiosity with the goal of bringing life into Cumberland. She developed a vibrant visual that showcases a glimpse into the imagination of…