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Bridgeport Residents Encouraged to Sign up for Still Relatively New Swift911 Emergency Alert System

If you are wanting to get notified by the City of Bridgeport of critical information, they have a service that has been in place fore a year that you can still join.
 
In September of 2019, Bridgeport went online with the new Swift911 alert system. It replaced the Nixle system that was the previously alert system. 
 
Much like Nixle, the information will be made available after downloading an app. Once downloaded, individuals will receive alert messages for weather, police, or emergency services messages for the city
 
How do you do it? According to John E. Chapman, the Director of Emergency Service for the City of Bridgeport, it is simple. He said individuals need to text SWIFT911 to 99538 to set up the app to receive messages. 
 
“We looked at a lot of alert systems before choosing the Swift 911 system. We felt it was the best one to alert the citizens and staff of our town,” said Chapman.
 
There is multiple message those that will sign up will receive and those that have already signed up currently receive. Chapman provided a few examples.
 
“The West Virginia Department of Emergency Management sends out daily weather and disaster reports to all emergency managers in our state. Our Emergency Services Department then sends out appropriate warning regarding hazardous weather or disaster declarations for our area,” said Chapman. “We have also been using the Swift 911 system to give traffic shutdowns due to wrecks if roads or lanes
will be closed for extended periods of time.” 
 
During a recent meeting in front of Bridgeport City Council, Chapman said more than 1,000 individuals have signed up for SWIFT911.

by Connect-Bridgeport Staff on September 22, 2020 EST


Lane Closure, Traffic Delays to Last Through Sept. 28 on Interstate 79 Bridge North of Harrison County

FROM THE WEST VIRGINIA DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS, DISTRCT 4 OFFICE
 
The West Virginia Division of Highways advises motorists that there will be a Lane Closure on Interstate 79 at Mile Post 149.29, the Uffington Bridge, just above the I-68/I-79 Interchange. 
 
The closure will be Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2020, through Monday, Sept. 28, 2020.  The fast lane will be closed, leaving the slow and travel lanes open.  The closure will be 24 hours/day. 
 
The purpose for this delay is repair work on the Uffington Bridge. 
 
Expect delays, especially during high traffic times of day.  Motorists are advised to plan ahead and allow additional time for their commute. 
 
Please note that inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances could change the project schedule.
 

by Connect-Bridgeport Staff on September 22, 2020 EST


Bothersome Harrison County Traffic Project Leading to Long Delays on Route 19 Finished; All Lanes Open

FROM THE WEST VIRGINIA DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS, DISTRICT 4 OFFICE
 
The West Virginia Division of Highways advises motorists that there was a re-opening on US 19, Shinnston Pike beginning Friday, September 18, 2020.    
 
The purpose of the Re-Opening is the Slide Correction Project (Micropile System) is complete.  All lanes are open to traffic unrestricted. 
 
Traffic signals have been removed from the project. 
 

by Connect-Bridgeport Staff on September 21, 2020 EST


It's Happening: You Can Help our City Win $100,000 in Cash and Prizes

Bridgeport is competitive.
 
That’s old news.
 
Bridgeport could win $50,000 in cash, a couple hundred FitBits, free personalized nutrition counseling and virtual classes – from Yoga and Tai Chi to Cardio and Zumba to Stretch, Anxiety and Meditation.
 
That is new news.
 
To make all this mesh, Health Games Team Bridgeport - under the coaching of Abby Veigel - needs everyone to get on board. If you want to see our community win this competition between North Central West Virginia communities, click HERE and pledge your support.
 
The Health Games is an initiative of Healthy Harrison. It’s a three-prong approach involving mind, movement and eating.
 
Here’s how it all works:  
 
Next Friday, Sept. 25, team captains of each participating community will pitch a proposal – a thought-out plan for how the winnings would be used to make their city healthier. The winning city/community will be awarded the prize and this fall and winter, implement its own unique programs.
 
Bodies and minds would become healthier, pounds and blood pressure could be dropped, immunities would be stronger, and lives would be overall healthier and happier – all at no charge to you, our residents.
 
Now, come on.
 
This is BIG.
 
Bridgeport has been known to play tough on the football, soccer and baseball fields, basketball and volleyball courts. Bridgeport backs its people. Bridgeport never disappoints.
 
So, please take a few seconds to get on board with this exciting initiative.
 
Hopefully, much more information will be coming your way soon.
 
 
Facebook users, like The Health Games Team Bridgeport Facebook page HERE. 
 
Read Chris Johnson's earlier story about The Health Games HERE. 

by Julie Perine on September 17, 2020 EST


BHS Alum Nicholas Strogen Passes Patent Bar on First Attempt

In August, Nicholas Strogen, a 2015 graduate of Bridgeport High School, passed the Patent Bar on his first attempt. 
 
The Patent Bar is administered through the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). By passing this exam, professionals can represent inventors in front of the United States Trademark and Patent Office (USPTO).
 
In addition to passing the Patent Bar, individuals must meet the requirements of 37 CFR § 11.7, including the legal, scientific, and technical qualifications, as well as be of good moral character and reputation. In 2019, only 45 percent of tested individuals passed the notoriously difficult Patent Bar, nationwide.

Strogen, a 2019 WVU engineering grad, is currently in his second year of law school at Michigan State University College of Law in East Lansing, Mich., where his focus is Intellectual Property Law. He also is a member of the Michigan State Law Review, the flagship law journal that publishes issues dedicated to innovative legal analysis. 
 
Strogen is the son of Greg and Twyla Strogen of Bridgeport.
 
Patent attorneys are able to practice at the USPTO, preparing, filing, and executing applications for patents on behalf of individuals or clients. Additionally, they are able to practice in court for trials involving US patents. 
 
There are currently 39 patent attorneys in the state of West Virginia.
 
Editor's Note: Submitted photo of Nicholas Strogen

by Connect-Bridgeport Staff on September 14, 2020 EST


United Way of Harrison County Announces Expansion Into Doddridge County

FROM UNITED WAY OF HARRISON COUNTY
 
We are excited to announce that United Way of Harrison County, Inc., soon to be known as United Way of Harrison and Doddridge Counties, Inc., will be expanding into Doddridge County.
 
United Way fights for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in every community. We look forward to serving our Doddridge County friends and families.
 
United Way excels at mobilizing resources to support the most vulnerable citizens in our communities. We operate with transparency and take great pride in the fact that 100% of United Way donations are invested in local health, education, and financial stability programs. We can guarantee that all of the money we raise in Doddridge County will benefit the residents of Doddridge County.
 
Local committees, comprised of local stakeholders, ultimately decide how funds are raised and allocated. Every dollar raised in the county stays in the county. We invite you to contact us if you would like to get involved, either by serving on a United Way committee and/or board, or by getting engaged with a United Way funded partner.
 
If you or your business have interest in becoming a first-time donor to support Doddridge County communities through United Way initiatives, we would love to talk to you about our fundraising campaign, planned giving, and workplace giving programs. We look forward to fostering support and friendship as we start to develop ways to better serve our Doddridge County citizens.
 
Our first Doddridge County fundraising campaign will launch in the spring of 2021 and we are currently seeking talented volunteers, from all walks of life, who love Doddridge County and have a tremendous passion for helping others.
 
We are thrilled about this opportunity to help Doddridge County thrive and LIVE UNITED! Please join us! Please call 304-624-6337 to inquire.

by Connect-Bridgeport Staff on September 12, 2020 EST


Bridgeport Students Offered Free School Breakfast and Lunch through Year's End

FROM CHRIS DERICO, SNS, CHILD NUTRITION DIRECTOR FOR HARRISON COUNTY SCHOOLS:
 
Harrison County Schools has announced that all students at the four Bridgeport Schools (Bridgeport High, Bridgeport Middle, Johnston Elementary and Simpson Elementary) are now being offered free breakfast and lunch at school.
 
This is due to the USDA extending the summer food program through December 31, 2020.
 
Because it is only through December 2020, it is recommended that Bridgeport parents apply for free meals at www.schoolcafe.com. 
 
The Harrison County Board of Education will continue to work toward extending the free meals beyond December 2020.
 
All Bridgeport students are encouraged to take advantage of the free breakfast and lunch.  All schools will have a bagged breakfast ready to go when students arrive, and students will be able to grab-and -go to their destination when they arrive for school.

by Connect-Bridgeport Staff on September 10, 2020 EST


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