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Humane society held ice cream adoption event
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - The Humane Society of Parkersburg partnered with Rhododendron Ice Cream to supply visitors a sweet treat while they met with pets at the shelter. They were open for a couple extra hours on Thursday, and Shelter Manager Samantha Tannous shared the reason behind it. “We have...
Healthy Outlook: WVU’s Gee tours new wing at Jackson General Hospital
RIPLEY — WVU Medicine Jackson General Hospital had a chance to show off its new $35 million wing Friday afternoon. West Virginia University President E. Gordon Gee came to Jackson General to visit its leadership team, including new President and Chief Executive Officer Candace Miller, and to take a tour of the hospital’s new $35 million expansion that opened in June.
41st Undo's Upper Ohio Valley Italian Heritage Festival kicks off
WHEELING, W.Va. — The Undo's Upper Ohio Valley Italian Heritage Festival has been taking place in Wheeling for 41 years. There are fireworks, a bocce tournament, music and more, but what the festival is truly known for is the food. “I got food from Little Italy yesterday,” Italian Festival...
U.S. Small Business Administration steps in to aid flood victims in New Cumberland
HANCOCK COUNTY, WV — In response to the flooding in April, the New Cumberland City Hall has welcomed officials from the U.S. Small Business Administration to answer questions for residents of Hancock, Marshall and Ohio counties. Business owners, homeowners, renters or non-profits can apply for a low interest disaster...
Marietta College Physician Assistant grads discuss their transformative experience
MARIETTA — The 2024 Graduates of the Marietta College Physician Assistant Studies program discuss their transformative experience. Anna Slayden of Martinsburg, W.Va., reflected on how far she has come since the Marietta College Physician Assistant Studies graduate program first came across her radar. “When I came to the interview,...
Ohio author uses Marietta as setting for new novel
WOOSTER — Ninety-five years ago, Wall Street crashed, leading to the Great Depression. Dottie Sines, a Wooster, Ohio, author, has set her first novel, “Where the Stars Cross” in the midst of that dark decade and on Sept. 11, New York-based publisher The Wild Rose Press will release the book worldwide.
Teen of the Week: Fort Frye graduate Wyatt Fulton eager to enter electrical engineering field
BEVERLY — Wyatt Fulton, a 2024 graduate of Fort Frye High School, capped off four years of work in high school and is preparing to embark on studies at The Ohio State University this fall. Fulton said his main interest is the electrical engineering field. “I want to be...
Judge denies bond for Vienna man accused of murder
PARKERSBURG — A Vienna man charged with the murder of a woman was denied bond Thursday in Wood County Circuit Court. The Circuit Clerk’s office said Hearl Thomas Collins, 31, was denied bond and a future hearing date had not been set. According to a press release from...
FOP Blennerhassett Lodge #79 host Youth Pool Party/Drug Free Picnic
VIENNA, W.Va. (WTAP) - Ryan Black, the future president of the Fraternal Order of Police Blennerhassett Lodge, said that this event has been going on for the last 20 years in Vienna. This was a way for the group to contribute back to the community from the FOP of Blennerhassett.
West Virginia Weekend Weather: Highs in the 80s and Plenty of Sunshine
Charleston, WV – West Virginia residents can look forward to a stretch of pleasant weather, with sunny skies and warm temperatures dominating the forecast. The National Weather Service in Charleston has predicted clear and comfortable conditions for the state, making it an ideal time for outdoor activities. According to...
Wildfires could impact air quality in West Virginia
BLUEFIELD, VA (WVNS) – The air quality around the country has drastically declined due to wildfires. The flames themselves are deadly, and the smoke hovering over the Mountain State can cause issues of its own. Dr. Donald Asbury is an Allergist at Allergy and Asthma Center of Bluefield. He says that there are a number […]
W.Va. WIC celebrates 50th anniversary
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - The 50th Anniversary celebration begins at 3 pm at Ritter Park in Huntington at Shelters 1 and 2. Festivities will include program enrollments, family-friendly games and activities, informational booths, and a pop-up farmer’s market to honor WIC’s impact on West Virginia families.
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