Success in Business – What does that really mean?

Most people believe that success in business means running a thriving company that generates substantial profits. They might also associate success with status, power, influence, respect, or even fame. But...

Towne Square – Greene Could, if Dolly Would

For years, I have been hearing local pundits extol the necessity of “diversifying” our economy. Everyone, no matter their political or sociological leanings, can understand the common sense conclusion that...

Consumers are Egg-hausted With Rising Prices

It’s no secret there’s been an increase in the grocery bill in the past couple years, but the main increase throughout America is the price of eggs. This price hike...

Greene Artifacts – Spring Chicks

How many of us remember, some time ago, visiting Grover C. Hughes Hardware, across the street from Waynesburg Milling and seeing spring chicks and ducklings in the window. I am...

Intentional Walks – A Question of Fair Play

Currently, all 583 Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) schools compete in one of six state playoff tournaments, depending on enrollment size. The PIAA re-examines male and female enrollment numbers every...

Greene Artifacts – Kerosene Brooder Heater

It’s safe to say that in the not-so-distant past, every farm and many households in Greene County raised chickens to have a steady supply of fresh eggs. Many people, both...

Doctor Toothman Closes Her Private Practice

Since 1982, Dr. Ingrid Toothman has served Greene, Washington, and Fayette counties on several levels of dentistry. She has worked every aspect of the profession, from dental assistant to dental...

April Is National Donate Life Month

Currently, there are 103,223 men, women, and children on the national transplant waiting list, with 17 people dying each day waiting for an organ transplant. If these numbers are shocking...

Cool at School: West Greene Educator Nominated for Teacher of the Year

Any of Mrs. Karlie Wright’s students would jump at the opportunity to talk about what kind of educator she is. Many describe her as caring, motivating, and supportive. Because of...

Cool at School: A Golden Wake-Up Call: Frick Federal Credit Union’s Financial Reality Fair at JMHS

On Thursday, March 13, over 100 Jefferson Morgan High School students got a taste of the “real world” when they participated in a Financial Reality Fair, organized by Frick Federal...

Cool at School: Carmichaels’ Quiz Team Shows Its Chops

Students at Carmichaels Area School District are celebrating this spring– three members of the high school Academic League were privileged to represent the school on KDKA’s student trivia show “KD...

Greene County Awarded $150,000 in Grants to Support Business Incubator

The County of Greene is proud to announce that it has been awarded two significant grants to support the development and operation of the Greene County Business Incubator. A $75,000...

Rotary Club Of Waynesburg Brings Literacy Project to County Schools

Members of the Rotary Club of Waynesburg have been visiting third grade classrooms in Greene County sharing a story of helpfulness and cooperation. It is a part of the Rotary...

Ralph Conklin Hits Century Mark

Ralph O. Conklin turned 100 years of age last month. He was born to Floyd and Fannie Conklin in their home on Hopewell Ridge near Sycamore. Mr. Conklin is a...

A Piece of My Mind

After receiving, reviewing, and reading articles for this edition of GreeneScene, I noticed a recurring theme. At the time, I was also contemplating the idea of writing my own monthly...

Local Children Dial 911 and Save a Life

Two local children were honored last month at a ceremony at the Carmichaels Fire Hall. Eight-year-old Aaron Hilverding and his nine-year old sister Kaitlyn saved the life of a family...

Flavors of Spring… A Culinary Adventure

Green shoots are starting to sprout in Greene County, and winter’s Lion is slowly being replaced by the Lamb of spring. With the days getting longer and brighter, we’re starting...

HONEY Program Aims to Improve the Health of County Youth

Change can be intimidating, but the HONEY program tries to make your journey easier by providing personalized guidance on nutrition and workouts tailored to you. It’s not just about physical...

Bowlby Bits

Library Hours: Monday & Wednesday: 9am – 7pm | Tuesday & Thursday: 9am – 6pm | Friday & Saturday: 9am – 4pm Story Classes – Spring Story Classes will start...

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