WEST FORK –Rep. Justine Harris may have to consider altering some of his preschool’s practices if recently proposed rules are approved by the State Board of Education. Following complaints filed by the D.C.-based Americans United that Harris and his wife’s partially state-funded preschool, Growing God’s Kingdom, violates state and federal…
A pillar of the community and cornerstone of the West Fork park system announced his resignation at the Dec. 12 Parks Commission Meeting. John Selph, who has served on the commission since its inception in 1981, said in a resignation letter that he “plans to move out of the city…
WEST FORK – More than just Mich- igan and Virginia Tech and their fans were at the Sugar Bowl. Four West Fork Middle and High School Cheerleaders traveled to New Orleans to participate in the football game’s halftime show on Jan. 3. During the second week in June, West Fork…
By Steve Winkler/WEST FORK – West Fork’s downtown dining spot, Lobo’s Deli, got high marks and permanent status from the Planning Commission at its Dec. 15 meeting. The concession trailer has been operating with a six month temporary placement permit from the city. Owner Justin Harris reported that the business has been “very successful” with income…
Prairie Grove and Greenland Up, West Fork Down By Jeff Winkler WASHINGTON COUNTY — Like their bigger city counterparts, some towns in south Washington County – such as Greenland and Prairie Grove — saw an increase in property and sales tax revenue this year. Prairie Grove had 10 percent increase…
By Jeff Winkler WEST FORK – The middle school is experiencing a monetary windfall. On Thursday, students will meet in an assembly to accept a $25,000 check from the Windstream Schools WIN Classroom Connections program.…
By Jeff Winkler WEST FORK – Rep. Justin Harris’ kingdom is under attack as the Department of Human Services investigates whether his preschool center uses state funds to promote religion – a possible violation of guidelines and laws. On Nov. 1, the Washington D.C.-based Americans United for Separation of Church and…
