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BMS Announces Dates, Requirements for Fall Sports Participation

Bridgeport Middle School Principal Dave Mazza has announced dates and other pertinent information for fall sports participation and tryouts for the 2021/2022 school year.
 
Each participating athlete must have a completed physical documented on a WVSSAC form dated May 1, 2021 or after. 
 
Monday, Aug. 2- Cross Country, 8 a.m. at Bridgeport City Park
 
Monday, Aug. 2 - Football Flex, 8 a.m. at Wayne Jamison Field
 
Monday, Aug. 9 - Football, 8 a.m. at Wayne Jamison Field
 
Monday, Aug. 9 - Girls Soccer, 8 a.m. behind BMS
 
Monday, Aug. 9 - Danceline, 9 a.m. at BMS
 
Monday, Aug. 9 - Boys Soccer, 10 a.m. behind BMS
 
Monday, Aug. 9 - Cheer, 6 p.m. at BMS
 
Monday, Aug. 16 - Volleyball, 2 p.m. at BMS
 
 
 
 

by Connect-Bridgeport Staff on July 29, 2021 EST


Interstate 79 Road Work in Both Directions North of City, Running Through Sept. 20, to Cause Daily Delays

FROM THE WEST VIRGINIA DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS, DISTRICT FOUR OFFICE
 
The West Virginia Division of Highways advises motorists that there will be a Traffic Delay on Interstate 79 Northbound and Southbound beginning on Thursday, July 29, 2021 at 7 a.m. through Monday, Sept. 20, 2021 at 7 a.m.
 
Alternate Routes will be US Route 250.
 
The purpose of the Traffic Delay is for roadway widening of both I-79 Northbound and Southbound (Exit 132 to Exit 135). Work will begin on I-79 Northbound and Southbound, installing steel barriers to modify the traffic pattern to 2-11 foot lanes in both directions.
 
This traffic pattern will be in place 24/7. Expect delays. 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 July 28, 2021 EST


Bridgeport to See 31 Sections of City Facing Potential Water Issues for Period of July 26 through August 6

Please be advised that the Bridgeport Water Department will be flushing fire hydrantsthroughout the City of Bridgeport. This is an on-going project that will continue through September 2021.
 
City Employees will be flushing fire hydrants, weather permitting, Monday, July 26, 2021 through Friday, August 6, 2021, in the following areas of Bridgeport:
 
WEEK 11
Center Court
Ross St.
Circle Dr.
Stout St.
Davisson St.
W. Olive St.
Dunkin Ave.
W. Philadelphia Ave.
E. Philadelphia Ave.
W. Smith St.
Glen Ave.
Worthington Dr.
Jones Ave.
Worthington Place
Pearcy Ave.
Zappia Dr.
 
 
WEEK 12
Brightridge Dr.
Meadow Ln.
Deerfield Dr.
Oakdale Ave.
E. Shannon Rd.
Ritter St.
Faris Ave.
Stout St.
Hall St.
W. Philadelphia Ave.
James St.
Water St.
Johnson Ave.
Wyatt. St.
Long St.
 
 
 
It is possible, but not likely, that residents may experience some discoloration, cloudy water, low pressure, or temporary loss of service of water during this period. The City will not be responsible for any damage caused by discolored water.
 
Call (304) 842-8231 for information.

by Connect-Bridgeport Staff on July 26, 2021 EST


Final Registration Drive for Annual Citywide Yard Sale in Bridgeport More than Triples Participant Numbers

Whether the layoff from one year due to COVID stopped people from initially registering or perhaps many missed the initial announcement on various forms of social media, the second announcement apparently got a lot more traction.
 
Although the numbers are still down, the final number of those officially registered for the City of Bridgeport’s Annual Citywide Yard Sale jumped substantially. A story that ran last week on Connect-Bridgeport announcing the final day of registration may have played a part.
 
According to Bridgeport Community Development Director Andrea Kerr, the number of households more than tripled from the initial list. The initial list provided by Kerr had 21 households on it. The final one submitted by Kerr had 67 households on it for the August 7 event.
 
Kerr said the list will be placed at various city and city-related buildings including the Municipal Complex, Benedum Civic Center, Bridgeport Public Library, The Bridge, and the Greater Bridgeport Convention and Visitors Bureau. Expect that in the days ahead.
 
“That doesn’t mean you can’t have a yard sale,” said Kerr last week. “It just means your address won’t be on the city list. We have dozens that do the yard sale each year that are not on the list.”
 
Even with the recent additions, the numbers are still down. Typically, the city sees nearly 100 housholds registered. There are also dozens of homes each year that are not listed that participate.
 
The back of the list will also feature the names, addresses, and phone numbers of city restaurants.
 
The yard sale will run from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. As Kerr has pointed out in the past, residents can set their own hours, but the city’s observed time will be the time listed. Also, Kerr is asking those visiting the city or those in the city going to the various sales to be respectful of parking issues and drive safely. She said there will be additional police on patrol during the day of the sale.
 
Editor's Note: Photos show some of the signs put up the day of the event and the amount of traffic, below, that spills onto the residential roadways. Photos by Ben Queen Photography.
 
HERE IS THE LIST OF STREETS
 
 
HERE IS THE LIST OF RESTAURANTS
 

by Jeff Toquinto on July 21, 2021 EST


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