Webster Athletics
WebStar Goes Up 2-0 for Sports Records As the Websters had a record of 1-0 going into their second sports game, the future did not look bright. Panhandle came out […]
Entries by Jacob McCarty
Newsome Memories
It was on June 13 of 2011 when I had the privilege to interview the Braxton County Senior Counselor. Only being the first full day of the week, I was […]
Nationalist Party Caucus
As time rolls on, it becomes more and more aware to every one of us here in Boys State that time moves extremely fast. This is evident every day, but especially on this day. Today, the people of the Nationalist party gathered in Assembly Hall for their party caucuses. Mark Zachwieja started off the gathering with eight simple words; “This is learning by doing, just like life.â€
Into The Woods
If you travel along the worn, stone walk way of the Dominion Path, into the low valley and up the other side of the valley; you will encounter the Randolph Cottage.
Inspiration
Today two of the many classes that will happen this week started. Parliamentary Procedure and Leadership led by Chris Sharps and Dr. James J. Nolan, Ph.D. spoke today about issues that will help the future leaders of Boys State and America.
Flag Education
When any camper walks into Mountaineer Boy’s State he can feel the strong sense of patriotism that fills the grounds. No symbol best exemplifies that sense of patriotism than the American Flag, and the man who has gone to great lengths to educate all campers about the meaning of the flag none other than Senior Counselor Robbie Robinson.
Beneath The Hat
Yesterday I had the privilege of interviewing the Mountaineer Boys State Legislative Director Mr. James Dague. In June of 1987, Mr. Dague was selected to become a Boys State Citizen and remained a member of the program ever since. He said his favorite aspect was learning through participation. In the words of Mr. Dague “No matter what you do in the future, no matter what occupation, human society requires you to have an understanding and knowledge of government.â€
Athletics
Mountaineer Boys State athletics kicked off Monday afternoon. The organized competitions included volleyball (sand and hard court), ultimate Frisbee, softball and basketball. Also, citizens gathered together to play soccer, tennis, and some went jogging. Taking place before and after dinner, the athletics let citizens get into some competition.
Randolph County Primary Election Results
County Election Sheriff Federalist Candidate: Karl Smakula Nationalist Candidate: VACANT County Clerk Federalist Candidate: Zachary Horan Nationalist Candidate: VACANT Prosecuting Attorney Federalist Candidate: Sher Khan Nationalist Candidate: Quinton Mays Circuit […]
Braxton County Primary Election Results
County Election Sheriff Federalist Candidate: VACANT Nationalist Candidate: VACANT County Clerk Federalist Candidate: Michael Wilson Nationalist Candidate: VACANT Prosecuting Attorney Federalist Candidate: Alex Jones Nationalist Candidate: Jordan Adkins Circuit Clerk […]