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Cole’s Strong Performance Leads Wheeling Past St.Clairsville
ST.CLAIRSVILLE,OHIO (WTRF) – Wheeling Post 1 downed St.Clairsville Post 159 Tuesday night at Memorial Park 9-1. The victory allowed Post 1 to avenge a 4-0 loss to Post 159 in June. Preston Cole went the distance on the mound allowing just four hits and one run with four strikeouts and three walks. With the win […]
A Pair Of Wheeling Miners Honored As The League’s Best
WHEELING,W.Va. (WTRF) – A pair of Wheeling Miners have been honored as the best in the AAL2. In the post season awards quarterback Grant Russell was named League MVP and Offensive Player of the Year. Defensive back Dontae Mason was named the Defensive Player of the Year. The Miner host the Peach State Cats Saturday […]
Jerry Sklavounakis appointed new Vice Mayor of Wheeling
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – Wheeling City Council saw three new faces behind the desk at their first meeting officially sworn into office. Tony Assaro has taken over the Ward 1 seat, and Connie Cain has taken over the Ward 3 seat that they were elected to a few months ago. Denny Magruder presided over his […]
Beast of the East tournament returns, providing boost to area economy
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. — The annual Beast of the East amateur baseball tournament is back in the Ohio Valley. At its peak, ‘the Beast’ was known to have had an annual economic impact of more than $8 million in the Ohio Valley over the July 4 holiday weekend, tournament director Bo McConnaughy noted.
Ohio Valley officials have heightened awareness of boating under the influence violations during holiday weekend
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — As people hit the water this week to celebrate the 4th of July, law enforcement agencies across the country will be keeping an eye out for people boating under the influence of drugs or alcohol. From July 4th through the 6th the NASBLA will be conducting their Operation Dry Water campaign. […]
Wheeling’s homeless camp gets water buffalo to help eliminate health challenges
Wheeling, W.Va. (WTRF) – One of the major health and safety challenges at Wheeling’s exempted homeless camp has been the lack of water service at the property. Now at least a temporary solution has been achieved. It’s a water buffalo. Not an animal, but a large container from a water service. It holds 1,500 gallons […]
Heil Continues Growth of Nationwide Dealer Network with New Locations in Ohio and Michigan
Heil® continues to strengthen its premier nationwide dealer network of sales, parts, and support services, with further growth in the Midwest. The company is excited to announce new Environmental Equipment Sales & Service (EESS) locations in Columbus, Ohio, and Detroit, Michigan, enhancing Heil’s presence and support in these key regions.
Mega Millions numbers for Tuesday, July 2, 2024; jackpot $137 million
CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Mega Millions lottery has selected the winning numbers for a jackpot estimated at $137 million in its drawing for Tuesday, July 2, 2024. The numbers are 4-8-19-31-45 Mega Ball 11 Megaplier 4x. Wednesday’s Powerball jackpot is an estimated $138 million and the Classic Lotto jackpot...
Novotney: Magruder’s Leadership Begins Today in Council Chambers
He’ll offer his very first Mayor’s Report. He’ll vote to pay some bills. He’ll hear from the councilors from each of the city’s six wards. A list of new propositions will be read, as well. And all the while, Denny Magruder will preside over his...
Wheeling Symphony to Celebrate America with 2024-25 Fourth of July Tour
This July, the WSO hits the road with Celebrate America!, a Fourth of July celebratory tour. From July 4 – 7, the WSO will begin this celebration tour in Wheeling’s Heritage Port and then travel to Weirton, Canaan Valley, and Clarksburg. As part of the WSO Community Concert series, all four of the Celebrate America! performances are free to attend.
'Not worth it': Parents struggle to get state money to help kids' education after pandemic
When the pandemic hit and threw a wrench into Ohio kids' education, the state launched a savings account program to reimburse parents for after-school activities − up to $500 at first and then up to $1,000 a year per qualifying child. For many families, that's a huge help. That's...
Historic Flood Wall in Wheeling gets painted
The flood memorial wall at the corner of Virginia and S. Penn streets on Wheeling Island continues to receive a significant facelift. The City contracted Angelina Stone and Marble to clean out the mortar joints and repoint the brick. Wheeling Heritage is overseeing the repainting of the wall, which will include the addition of the five most recent flood dates and water levels, ensuring the memorial remains an accurate and poignant record of the area's flood history.
Daniel Wetterich paces crowded Ohio Open Championship leaderboard entering final round
WESTFIELD CENTER — A new leader emerged Tuesday, but the 103rd Ohio Open Championship remains a wide-open affair after the second round at Westfield Country Club. Cincinnati professional Daniel Wetterich fired a 7-under 63 on the North course to take sole possession of first place at 9-under overall. He'll have plenty of competition entering Wednesday's final round on the South course, with 10 golfers within three shots of the lead.
Member who resigned from teachers’ pension fund concerned about investment firm
The member who resigned from Ohio's chaotic teachers' pension board differed from reform-minded leaders, sharing concerns about giving billions of dollars to an "illegitimate" investment firm.
Multi-county pursuit across central Ohio ends in arrest
DELAWARE, Ohio (WCMH) — A vehicle chase that crossed multiple central Ohio counties resulted in a Florida man being arrested Tuesday. According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP), the chase began when an alert was issued for a reportedly stolen 2024 Toyota RAV4 last seen driving on State Route 95 in Richland County. OSHP […]
Last-minute action speeds up Ohio’s ‘bathroom bill’
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A last-minute act could expedite what has become a divisive bill at the Ohio Statehouse, known as the “bathroom bill.” “There’s extreme mileage that people get out of attacking LGBTQ rights,” Ohio Senate Minority Leader Nickie Antonio (D-Lakewood) said. “We want to protect children, and this is the way to do […]
Fireworks are legal in Ohio, but make sure you don’t blow up your holiday by breaking the rules
BELMONT COUNTY, OHIO (WTRF) – The 4th of July is right around the corner and folks around the Buckeye State are looking to put on some small scale fireworks displays of their own. However, there are a number of things you need to keep in mine to insure your celebration is within the law. This […]
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