Cranberries on high: Wetlands of West Virginia at height of popularity Nov 18, 2008
The 750-acre Cranberry Glades Botanical Area with its wooden boardwalk lies 21 miles east of Richwood in the sprawling 919,000-acre Monongahela National Forest. The U.S. Forest Services operates Cranberry Mountain Nature Center at the edge of the famed wetland. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
eBoss Hoops Class of 2008 Final Rankings May 28, 2008
6-7 BF, Monroe (LA) Richwood- LSU 76. 6-0 PG, Cincinnati (OH) Harmony Prep- XAVIER 77. (Phog.net)
She is the champion Jan 19, 2008
Richwood High senior wins national scholarship competition. By Opie ODell Richwood High School ... It was the first week of December, and little did a senior from Richwood know that shed be receiving the e-mail that would change her future forever. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
A few shining stars prevail amidst fallen American Idols Jan 19, 2008
By Nicholas Rader Richwood High School. When you think of American Idol, two names probably come to mind: Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Church activities: Dec. 29, 2007 Dec 29, 2007
A love offering will be received and donated to the Richwood and Summersville Ministerial Associations community-need funds. Singers will include The Pomeroys, Dana Thomas, Heartland Harmony, Wavelene Ward, Hands Of Worship, Shining Grace, and Mountain Harmony. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Class notes: Dec. 22, 2007 Dec 22, 2007
Richwood High senior wins $10,000 scholarship. Rachel Sommerville, a senior at Richwood High School in Richwood, won a $10,000 scholarship, and can triple the amount to $30,000 at the Champs Sports Bowl, which takes place on Friday at the Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium in Orlando, Fla. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
From the Road: Tracking the talent Nov 12, 2007
Last Thursday night, Louisiana's Richwood High School hosted Madison High School on a senior night that played out more like a walk-through than a region game. After jumping out to a 43-0 halftime lead, the Richwood Rams cruised to a 49-0 victory in a game that wasn't even as close as the score ... Playing in Louisiana's class 3A, Richwood features loads of talent, including three explosive underclassmen in , and. (Tulane Sports -- Rivals.com)
Third game a fitting end to Halo trilogy Nov 3, 2007
By Justin O'Dell Richwood High School. Halo 3, developed by Bungie Studios, is the much-anticipated finale to one of the most popular video game franchises today. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Top 100 Cable Systems - Systems Directory Oct 10, 2007
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Dynamite drives Oct 3, 2007
For those with less time, Withrow suggests a two-day itinerary driving the highways between Richwood and Seneca Rocks. On Day 1, explore the Highland Scenic Byway (Routes 55 and 150), where both the maple trees and cranberry bogs blaze bright red. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Yeager now enforcing smoking ban Oct 2, 2007
Deward Boggs of Richwood drove his wife and stepdaughter to the airport Monday afternoon. While waiting for his familys flight to take off, he walked across Airport Road and smoked on the sidewalk just outside the metered parking lot. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Roundup: Late goal drops UC mens team to 0-10 Sep 26, 2007
Fayetteville had a 373 followed by Pocahontas (378), Midland Trail (413) and Richwood (465). The top two teams and the top four individuals not on one of those teams qualify for the state tournament, which will take place Oct. 2-3 at the Trent Jones Course at The Speidel Golf Course at Oglebay Park in Wheeling. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- Sports)
Roundup: Hurricane, Buffalo reach state golf tourney Sep 25, 2007
That field includes Richwood, Greenbrier West, Fayetteville, Pocahontas County and Charleston Catholic. The state tournament will be played Oct. 2-3 at Spiedel Golf Course at Oglebay Park in Wheeling. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- Sports)
Ratatouille scores for Pixar Jul 14, 2007
By Nicholas Rader Richwood High School. Ratatouille is a French dish of stewed vegetables, and its also the name of Disney and Pixars latest film. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Church activities: June 30, 2007 Jun 30, 2007
The Underwoods from Mount Lookout, The Johnson Heirs from Mount Nebo, The Pomeroys from Richwood and the Freedom Gospel Choir will perform. REACH By FAITH Ministries will present the concert. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Ed Prelaz of Marshall Dies Jun 26, 2007
Prelaz came to play football at Marshall in 1949 from Richwood, W.Va ... He played in the 1943 North-South All-Star game, the year he graduated from Richwood ... "I recruited Ed from Richwood, where his family ran a restaurant," said Dr. Sam Clagg, who coached at Marshall from 1946 through 1956. (Goherd.com)
Thanks for the memories Jun 9, 2007
Paulina Voigt, an exchange student from Berlin, recently completed her school year at Richwood High School ... By Paulina Voigt Richwood High School ... I enjoyed going to Richwood High School. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Jordin wins on American Idol finale May 26, 2007
By Nicholas Rader Richwood High School. Finally, we were down to the top two. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
And then there were two May 19, 2007
By Nicholas Rader Richwood High School. This has to be the most stressful week for the wannabe Idols. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Michigan meat firm recalls Beef over E. coli fears May 18, 2007
Last month, another meat firm, California-based Richwood Meet Company recalled 100,000 pounds of meat because of a possible E. coli contamination. The company launched recall after receiving three cases of E. coli illness. (The Money Times)
Take a trip to Disturbia May 5, 2007
By Nicholas Rader Richwood High School. Imagine this: You live on a nice suburban street. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Feuding Richwood officials charged May 4, 2007
A longstanding feud between Richwoods mayor and recorder led to charges filed against both men on Thursday after an altercation last month at city hall. Mayor Bob Henry Baber, 56, was charged with threatening to hurt City Recorder Myles Caldwell. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
WVEA members march for more pay May 4, 2007
Marcher Carl ODell, an art teacher at Richwood Middle School, said raises are vital to attract and retain teachers when West Virginia is surrounded by states that pay $5,000 to $15,000 more per year. Teachers need salaries that are competitive, he said. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Are We Done Yet? I hope so! Apr 29, 2007
By Nicholas Rader Richwood High School. The best part of Are We Done Yet. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Ramp dinners scheduled Apr 14, 2007
City of Richwood: 69th Richwood Ramp Feed, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., April 21, at Richwood High School ... For more information, contact Vicky Mays at the Chamber of Commerce, 846-6790 or the City of Richwood at 846-2596. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Are ramps under threat? Apr 11, 2007
Hathaway, whose ramps mostly come from Richwood, said he expects the season to be extended as a result of the snow. As for replenishing the supply, he said, We encourage people we get from to not clean the patch. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Political differences Apr 7, 2007
Richwood High School students pause for a photo in the state Capitol during Know Your State Government Day ... By Paulina Voigt Richwood High School ... On Feb. 12, nine Richwood High School students, including me, and two teachers visited the Capitol building for Government Day. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
State briefs Mar 27, 2007
RICHWOOD A 7-year-old boy died after he and a 6-year-old companion were pulled from the Cherry River, the West Virginia State Police said. The victim was pronounced dead Sunday at a hospital in Richwood. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Local high school students stand up for classic poetry Mar 26, 2007
Francesca Wesley, a Richwood High School senior and the contests runner-up, called the recitation an out-of-body experience. . (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Richwood P.D. fires law enforcement officer Mar 23, 2007
A Richwood Police Department officer was fired earlier this week for unprofessional behavior and an investigation has been turned over to prosecutors, city officials said ... He worked as a Richwood police officer for about two years, the mayor said. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Analyzing 'American Idol': Real competition finally underway Mar 17, 2007
By Nicholas Rader Richwood High School. So far this year, the American Idol competition has lasted a long 19 weeks. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Names in the games Feb 27, 2007
A doubleheader tonight at Greenbrier West finds Midland Trail vs. Greenbrier West at 6 and Pocahontas County vs. Richwood at 8. - advertisement. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- Sports)
Freedom Writers is a remarkable true-life film Jan 27, 2007
By Nicholas Rader Richwood High School. When I saw the previews for Freedom Writers, I thought it looked like a good movie. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Girls basketball: Catholic upends Sissonville 57-51 Jan 23, 2007
WEBSTER 76, RICHWOOD 49: The Highlanders outscored the visiting Lumberjacks 25-8 in the second quarter to take control. Richwood grabbed an 18-14 lead after the first quarter, but trailed 39-16 at halftime thanks to Websters outburst in the second period. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- Sports)
Prep basketball polls, scores, summaries Jan 23, 2007
Others receiving votes: Lincoln 7, Richwood 6, Ravenswood 3, Iaeger 2, Wyoming East 2, Wayne 2, Magnolia 1, Bluefield 1. Class A. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- Sports)
Man honors late wife, starts WVU special ed scholarship Jan 19, 2007
The Muscatello Presidential Scholarship, named after Richwood native Paula Muscatello, would give up to two students from either McDowell or Nicholas counties a full tuition reimbursement to enter the teacher education program at the college. Joe Muscatello raised more than $100,000 in three months in honor of his wife, who died of diabetes complications in August. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
