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St. Clairsville Post 159 Wins Region 8, Saunders Throws Shutout
FORT FRYE, OHIO (WTRF)– St. Clairsville beat Beverly-Lowell 4-0 Sunday to win Region 8 of Ohio’s Legion Baseball. Brody Saunders threw a complete game shutout allowing only two hits, while adding two RBI’s of his own. Hunter Hoffman and Alfred Blue each had three hits of their own. Next up, Post 159 plays Friday at […]
Despite ‘Done Deal,’ the Bellaire Bridge Still Stands Unsafely and Unsoundly
That’s what the director of public works and development for the City of Benwood – David McLaughlin – thinks of the ongoing debacle involving the still-standing Bellaire Toll Bridge, a span closed more than 30 years ago that is losing bits and pieces of debris to the Ohio River and the streets below it.
5th annual Mini-Con draws enthusiasts of comics, anime, and pop culture to the Ohio Valley
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — If you’re a fan of comic books, superheroes, anime, or pop culture, Wheeling was the place to be on Saturday. The YWCA hosted its 5th annual Mini-Con at Vance Memorial Church in Wheeling on Saturday. The event was free to attend and featured various comic book vendors, artists, cosplay characters, raffle […]
Preserving West Virginia’s coal mining history
MOUNDSVILLE, W.V. (WTRF) — Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex held a lecture on preserving West Virginia’s coal mining history. The Abandoned Mine Lands department oversees public safety issues related to coal operations like high walls, open portals, and blow outs. Regional planning supervisor, Jeff Davis, spoke about his experience working with mining operations prior […]
Fight to the Finish fundraiser helps recovering Ohio Valley resident
GLEN DALE, W.V. (WTRF) — Next Sunday Kathy’s House Foundation is hosting Fight to the Finish, a fundraising event for Glen Dale local, Frank Gilbert. After a scaffolding accident last summer, Frank has been spending his time rehabilitating at the Shepperd Center in Atlanta. In order to help Frank get to the finish line […]
Public Alert Issued After Foreign Meat, Poultry Illegally Shipped to Ohio
According to the USDA meat and poultry products from this country aren't even eligible to be exported to the United States. A public health alert was just issued by the USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) after a routine inspection found illegal meat and poultry products. As far as...
Company investing $150M to redevelop West Virginia site, create 600 jobs
WEIRTON, WV (WOWK) – A company is planning to redevelop its facility in Weirton, West Virginia, after closing the steel processing plant earlier this year. According to U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV), Cleveland-Cliffs is planning to turn its facility into a manufacturing site for distribution transformers. They plan to use building assets and infrastructure already […]
2026 DB Omari Bledsoe talks West Virginia, visit plans
Murfreesboro (Tn.) Oakland 2026 cornerback Omari Bledsoe has several schools standing out at this stage but knows one for sure will be getting a visit this fall. Bledsoe, 6-foot-4, 180-pounds, has collected offers from West Virginia, TCU, Michigan State, Miami (Fla.), Kansas and several others but has a few schools out of that list sticking out.
Man faces murder charges after body discovered in Vienna, police say
VIENNA, W.Va. (WCHS) — A body was discovered in Wood County on Saturday evening, kicking off a death investigation and an arrest, police say. Reports came in just before 4:30 p.m. of an unresponsive person in an apartment on the1200 block of 19th Street. Upon arrival, Vienna police discovered a deceased female, Morgan Lee Lott, 22, and began collecting evidence and interviews, according to a news release from the Vienna Police Department.
Former Baylor Staffer Recalls 2012 Thriller Against WVU
Cody Alexander, a former Baylor defensive staffer who worked under defensive coordinator Phil Bennett, joined Jed Drenning and Wes Uhler on the In The Gun Football Podcast, a WVU football podcast and recalled a massive game between BU and West Virginia. In their first year in the Big 12, the...
WVSN Notebook 7/21/24: Ground Breaking News for WVU Baseball
The West Virginia Sports Now Daily Notebook is a daily recap of news concerning West Virginia University Athletics. ⏳@WVUfootball @TerpsFootball @CoachRamey_ @CoalfieldsCo @youareathlete @coachsgarlata @coach_kellar @TarblooderFB @NealBrown_WVU pic.twitter.com/kY43yJ8rXm. — Ricardo Lewis (@Ricardo7Lewis) July 21, 2024. Update (9:00 AM) – The @WVUBaseball Player Development Center is no longer a concept. This...
Best Virginia breezes past Brotherly Love in first round of The Basketball Tournament
Against the Philadelphia-based Brotherly Love Pro Am Foundation, Pittsburgh proved to be just as viable of a home court as Morgantown for WVU alumni team Best Virginia on Saturday. Playing in the first round of the TBT Pittsburgh Regional, Best Virginia proved it had its eyes on the prize, posting...
Victorian Mansion Museum hosts backyard barbecue
BARNESVILLE, Ohio (WTRF) — The Belmont County Victorian Mansion Museum held a backyard barbecue filled with games, live music, and good food. Guests had the opportunity to play bingo or Jenga, take part in the 50/50 raffle, or tour the 150-year-old museum. For those who took a tour, preserved rooms, clothing, and paintings […]
Five-star defensive lineman to take a visit to the Ohio State football program
The Ohio State football program is still focused on finishing out the 2025 recruiting class with a strong push. August is going to be a big month for that. They have the top recruiting class at the moment but are holding a slim lead over Alabama for that distinction. While...
Cleveland-Cliffs to open new transformer plant in Weirton, creating 600 jobs
CLEVELAND, Ohio — A major investment is coming to the former Weirton Steel site through Cleveland Cliffs. An announcement came Monday morning that Cliffs is investing $150 million in a new electrical distribution transformer production plant, with production scheduled to start in the first half of 2026. Monday’s event...
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