The Bridgeport High School Cheer program is one of the best in the state and has been for decades. This photo shows the squad celebrating after winning the Class AA state title in 1998 on Dec 12 on the floor of the Charleston Civic Center.

Most know JCPenney for its location at the Meadowbrook Mall going back decades. At one time, it was spelled J.C. Penney Co., and it was located in downtown Clarksburg. Several large retailers called the city's Main Street home for years.  This photo is from 1962 and was taken by Bob Nichols.

 

EDITOR'S NOTE: This ongoing photo feature of pictures from Bridgeport and throughout the Mountain State is part of local historian Richard "Dick" Duez's collection, the unofficial historian of Bridgeport, would appreciate any scanned photos emailed to him for use here or to include in his ongoing efforts to preserve local history. You can email photos, or let him know how to acquire copies of photos you may have in your possession, to Duez at dickdo@citynet.net