December 30-31, 2012
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`Train up a child in the way he should go; and when he is old, he will not depart from it.’ – Proverbs 22:6.
WV Bird Feeder Alert
Power Up Opens in Hurricane By Justin Waybright justin@theputnamstandard.com
SOUTH CHARLESTON Backyard bird watchers need to be extra vigilant this year in maintaining their feeders, according to ornithologist Richard Bailey of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources Wildlife Resources Section. ”We’ve received widespread reports of large flocks of pine siskins, a North American migratory bird in the finch family, so we could be in for an irruption of this highly nomadic species this winter,” said Bailey. An irruption is an unusually high migration of a species due to various factors. “Last time this happened there were bird kills reported throughout the state from salmonellosis,” Baily said. “This negative impact may be avoided if bird enthusiasts will spend a few minutes each week cleaning their feeders. Regularly cleaning feeders greatly reduces the risk of disease transmission as birds and other animal’s move from place to place seeking food.” Feeders should be cleaned SEE BIRD ON PAGE 4
HURRICANE –Clank, Clank, Clank. These are familiar sounds inside the new Power Up Sports and Wellness facility. The Power Up staff celebrated the grand opening of its new 17,000 square-foot fitness center at 3538 Teays Valley Road. On Dec. 19, members of the Putnam County Chamber of Commerce helped the crew cut a ribbon at the new state-ofthe-art exercise center. Co-owner Taylor Stillpass was pleased to welcome his business to the area. “We needed more space, and this building was perfect for what we needed,” said Stillpass. “We wanted to provide a place for exercise that was family-friendly.” From an indoor walking
Power Up Sports and Wellness opens its new facility in Hurricane. The staff celebrated the grand opening with a ribbon cutting Dec. 19. track to a nursery, this workout center has it all. Inside the doors of Power Up, people can enjoy a plethora of machine and free weights, in-
frared saunas, a spa, Zumba, spinning classes, Yoga, personal training, the Slimline Weight Loss Pod, facials, nutrition information, massage
therapy, Dermosonic and skin treatments. With all the gyms and fitness centers across the state, this one in Hurricane stands alone. From the vast array of exercising options and knowledge from trainers, the experience at Power Up is promised to be unique and addicting. “I believe we have the best weight room in West Virginia,” Stillpass said. “We are passionate about what we do, and it shows through on the product.” This business has residents talking. It’s becoming the buzz of the town and social media, alike. “Thank you Power Up for your new facilities and classes,” one resident wrote. “This is a real treasure for the Valley.” Another woman agreed. SEE POWER UP ON PAGE 4
Gov. Tomblin names three to WVSU Board of Governors INSTITUTE, WV - Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin has re-appointed two members to serve on the West Virginia State University Board of Governors, and has appointed a new member to serve an unexpired term on the board. Dr. John Thralls, a former interim chancellor and vice chancellor of administration for the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission, has been reappointed to a four-year term on the board. Thralls is now retired. “I am flattered to have the opportunity to continue my service on the distinguished Board of Governors at West Virginia
State University,” Thralls said. “The University is poised for a bright future under the leadership of President Hemphill and a committed community of faculty, staff and students.” Larry Salyers, a senior vice president with United Bank, has also been re-appointed by the governor. “I have enjoyed serving the University as a member of the Board of Governors and look forward to the continued transition and growth under the leadership of President Hemphill,” Salyers stated. In addition to his service on the WVSU Board of Governors,
Salyers is on the Regional Advisory Board of the College Summit, a national organization that works in low-income areas to increase college-going rates. Joining them on the board to complete an unexpired term is Charleston attorney Paul Konstanty. A graduate of the University of Charleston, and the Albany Law School at Union University in Albany, N.Y., Konstanty is a member of the law firm Steptoe & Johnson. Konstanty represents clients in the areas of commercial transportation, long term care/nursing home litigation,
insurance defense, and construction law. He is also involved in general representation of institutions of higher education. “I am honored and humbled that Gov. Tomblin has appointed me to the Board of Governors at West Virginia State,” said Konstanty. “In a very short time, President Hemphill has illustrated to this community that he is very serious about moving WVSU forward as an affordable option for excellence in higher education in West Virginia. I’m very excited to be a part of the President’s vision for the future SEE WVSU ON PAGE 5
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