(AP) — For Marina Lacerda, the upcoming publication of U.S. government files on Jeffrey Epstein represent more than an opportunity for justice: Lacerda says she was just 14 when Epstein started sexually abusing her at his New York mansion, but she struggles to recall much of what happened because it is such a dark period in her life.
Now, she’s hoping that the files will reveal more about the trauma that distorted so much of her adolescence.
“I feel that the government and the FBI knows more
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Inter-Mountain’s Community Calendar is reserved for nonprofit, civic organizations. Unless otherwise noted, events listed should be considered free and open to the public. Entries appear in chronological order as space allows.
THANKSGIVING BASKETS: The local chapter of the Vietnam Veterans Association is currently distributing applications for Thanksgiving Baskets in Randolph County. Applications can be picked up at Peter Pan Cleaners and Miller’s Modification Station, and
Diana Sue (Rohrbaugh) Vance, 72, of Petersburg, West Virginia, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025.
Diana’s family will receive friends on Monday, Nov. 24, 2025, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Schaeffer Funeral Home in Petersburg.
Funeral services will be on Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025, at 11 a.m. from the chapel of Schaeffer Funeral Home.
Interment will be in Maysville Cemetery.
Karen Jean Bonner, 82, of Davis, West Virginia, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Nov. 19, 2025, in Oakland, Maryland.
Born on Sept. 7, 1943, in Belington, West Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Samuel Robert and Velma Marie (Teter) Smith.
Karen, a proud West Virginia University alumna, devoted her life to family and community in the high Alleghenies of Tucker County. As a dedicated homemaker, she poured her energy into the people and places she loved, co-founding the Canaan Valley
PHILIPPI — Philip Barbour turned in one of the most dominating performances in school history on Friday night to punch its ticket to the Class AA state semifinals.
The third-seeded Colts (10-2) took advantage of five first-half turnovers from No. 11 Clay County in rolling to a 69-7 win in front of the large crowd assembled at George Byrer Field at Freedom Bank Park.
It was a school record for points scored for Philip Barbour in its first-ever quarterfinal home game.
The Colts will now travel to
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Friday met the man who had proudly proclaimed himself “Donald Trump’s worst nightmare,” but he seemed to find the opposite.
The Republican president and New York City’s Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani were warm and friendly, speaking repeatedly of their shared goals to help Trump’s hometown rather than their combustible differences.
Trump, who had in the past called Mamdani a “100% Communist Lunatic” and a “total nut job,” spoke openly of how impressed he
CHARLESTON — The following events happened on these dates in West Virginia history. To read more, go to e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclopedia at www.wvencyclopedia.org.
Nov. 23, 1962: Roman Catholic Bishop John Joseph Swint died. He was a great builder of religious institutions in the Diocese of Wheeling.
Nov. 24, 2008: Former Governor Cecil Underwood died in Charleston. Underwood, West Virginia’s 25th and 32nd governor, had the distinction of being the state’s youngest and oldest chief
On Saturday, Oct. 17, 2025, Haley Swanson and Trip Johnston exchanged vows at The Legacy of Willow Pond in Suffolk, Virginia.
Haley is the daughter of Kevin and Jamye Swanson, of Chesapeake, Virginia, and the granddaughter of Ron and Debbie Carder, of Chesapeake, Virginia, and the great-grandaughter the the late Carl and Joan Comer of Elkins.
The bride and groom are thankful for all the family and friends who came to share in their special day. The couple will be residing in Camden, North
Lewis Tingler, a resident of Wymer, will celebrate his 100th birthday on Dec. 13.
He was born in Whitmer on Dec. 13, 1925, a son of the late Ted and Ethel Elza Tingler.
From eight years old until he joined the Civilian Conservation Corps, he resided with his grandparents, Salem and Maxie Elza, on their farm located near Whitmer. He said his favorite chore was taking care of the animals.
As the Great Depression continued, he joined the CCC Camp. During his time in the CCC, he helped to build
ROCK CAVE – With the approval of the State Superintendent of Schools for West Virginia, the Upshur County Board of Education is set to close Rock Cave Elementary by the end of the school year.
During a special hearing Thursday night that lasted less than 10 minutes, Upshur County Schools Superintendent Christine Miller, who read from a document, requested, “on the (Upshur County School) board’s behalf,” that the West Virginia Board of Education approve the closure of Rock Cave Elementary and its
