Judge Bridget Cohee of West Virginia’s 23rd Judicial Circuit swore in seven new court-appointed special advocates on March 17. These individuals are joining a team of 70 other volunteer advocates who are trained by CASA-EP Read the Full Story >>
Court Appointed Special Advocates of the Eastern Panhandle
Weaving In Anticipation
The fall equinox really did signal a change of season this year, sending us to the closet looking for sweaters for an evening walk with the dogs. Orb-weaver spiders (above) seem to be in unusual abundance this year too — perhaps they want to get back to normalcy and just hang out like everyone else. Read the Full Story >>
CASA Online Fundraising Challenge, Oct 1-31
CASA of the Eastern Panhandle is hosting its second Superhero Challenge to raise support for the most vulnerable children across the region. Unlike a normal road race during which hundreds or thousands of runners gather on the same path at the same time, the CASA-EP Superhero Challenge can be completed at your own pace, in your own way, and wherever you go. Run, walk, hike, bike, and get active however you like to support this activity challenge throughout the month of October. Join the fun on your own, with your kids, friends, or colleagues, and get active for a good cause. Read the Full Story >>
Local Superheros
In the stories we feature in this month’s issue, we hear the echoes of Cliff’s comment about his effort — “I was surprised that I was able to do so well. But it was my friends and family who really carried me over the finish line.” Despite the unsettling times of the past year, we see a determination, resolve, and optimism in our community that inspires us as well. Read the Full Story >>