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One man, two roles

When replacements were needed for Shana Brown as Main Street manager for the Washington Business District Authority and for Christy Bean Rowing as executive director of the Washington Citywide Development Corp., the search centered on one person. That person was Washington native Bradley ...

Farms attracting more people, revenue through agritainment

These days, visiting a farm is about more than going to see animals or shopping for seasonal produce. Activities ranging from hayrides to haunted mazes to pumpkin picking are becoming more prevalent as more farms lean into “agritainment” or “agritourism,” the combination of agriculture ...

50s Fest & Car Cruise brings ‘can’t miss’ fun to Waynesburg

WAYNESBURG – Much like rock ’n roll, the 50s Fest & Car Cruise is here to stay. Now in its 24th year, the annual festival brought classic cars and timeless tunes to downtown Waynesburg Saturday. It’s put on each year by the non-profit Waynesburg Prosperous & Beautiful, funded ...

After Charlie Kirk assassination, vigil calls for unity

As they do each Saturday, members of the Democratic Women of Fayette County ringed the sidewalks around the George C. Marshall Memorial Plaza in Uniontown, holding signs in an act of persuasion. But instead of political or policy goals, Saturday’s message had a simpler aim, though one much ...

Judson Wiley & Sons expanding

Judson Wiley & Sons, Inc. in Washington is celebrating its 120th anniversary this year and now is undergoing an expansion. The company purchased the old Pizza on Main property at 374 South Main St. in July for $310,000 and is using it for its business. “It’s going to be a ...

Washington Council approves promotions

Washington council approved four promotions for its police and fire departments Thursday night. In the police department, Lt. John Hritz was promoted to captain, and Sgt. Matt Karlowsky was promoted to lieutenant. The promotions took effect Friday. In the fire department, Chad Weir and Joe ...