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Hydrogen Plant Nearing Development at Piketon Reservation
Pike & Ross Counties — Proponents of a new industry and the first new development at the former Piketon atomic plant chatted with the Ross County Commissioners. Wiley Rhodes, co-founder of “Trillium H2 Power,” and Caitlin Holley, vice president, explained their technology and goals in the Monday meeting.
Great Trail Festival to hold 43rd annual event
The 43rd annual Great Trail Festival will take place Aug. 24, 25 and Aug. 31, Sept. 1 and Sept. 2 at the festival grounds on SR 43 outside of Malvern. The festival is a French and Indian era re-creation near the famous Great Indian Trail. It is a special celebration of American Folk Art with contemporary and country crafting, including Storybook Craft Village, where visitors will find handcrafted gifts and keepsakes.
Mosquitoes test positive for West Nile Virus in Mineral City and Fairfield Township
DOVER ‒ The Tuscarawas County Health Department reports that two more local mosquito samples have tested positive for West Nile Virus. The samples, collected on Aug. 6, were taken on Lindentree Road NE, Mineral City, and Pleasant Valley Road, New Philadelphia. These positive samples bring the total to eight mosquito samples with West Nile...
Tuscarawas Homeless Shelter Speaks Out Following Ban Proposal
The Friends of the Homeless organization is objecting to a proposal under consideration in New Philadelphia. In a statement released last Thursday, board members expressed concern and displeasure over Law Director Marvin Fete’s suggestion that camping be banned at the city’s parks. Board president Joe Svancara says they’re...
2024 Football Preview: Paint Valley Bearcats
BAINBRIDGE — Coming off a season where the Paint Valley Bearcats reached the second round of the Division VI Playoffs, the 2024 version of the team wants even more, as they have a strong nucleus of players returning to obtain even more success than the previous season. The Bearcats...
Sharon solar project renegotiations fizzle out
SHARON — First Selectman Casey T. Flanagan revisited the canceled Sharon Center School solar project at the Board of Selectmen meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 13. CT Green Bank had partnered with the town for a new solar array at the school, but canceled the project after one major setback: the school’s limited electrical service was unable to handle the solar amperage.
Is it August or early October?
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - Parkersburg recorded a high temperature on Tuesday of 75 degrees. This breaks the daily record minimum high of 76 degrees. Now, before midnight last night, we were not able to get to or below 51 degrees. So, the daily record low for Tuesday will not be affected, however, today’s record will. Already, the entire region is sitting in the upper 40s this morning. The daily record low for Wednesday sits at 51 degrees. That record is already thrown out the window. Will we break the all-time August record low? No, that currently sits at 40 degrees. We will not even hit that overnight tonight and into Thursday morning with the current forecasted low of 48 degrees. However, we could tie or breaks Thursday’s daily record low as that sits at 49 degrees.
West Virginia Enjoys Unseasonably Cool 70s; Warmer Days Ahead
Charleston, WV – West Virginians are experiencing an unusual break from the August heat with temperatures only reaching the mid-70s today, a pleasant surprise for this time of year. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Charleston reports that high pressure is keeping the weather cool and comfortable, with a forecasted high of 77 degrees in Charleston, 78 in Huntington, and 76 in Parkersburg.
Entertainment and more in the Mid-Ohio Valley
Events and programs this week as compiled by Artsbridge. * WesBanco Artist Display, Christine Rhodes, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at WesBanco, Market Street. * “Imagining Democracy,” Betsy Cook, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Parkersburg Art Center. * “Threads,” Doug Kreinik exhibit, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m....
Cher & Cher Alike: 2024-25 season starting at the Smoot Theatre
PARKERSBURG — The new season at the Smoot Theatre in downtown Parkersburg opens at 8 p.m. Saturday with a show featuring the hits by Cher. “The Cher Show” stars Kara Chandler, who bears a likeness to the famous pop singer and actress, performing songs sung by Cher. Other...
Adventure Camp held at Mountwood Park
PARKERSBURG — The Friends of Mountwood Park held its annual Adventure Camp from July 22-26. On Monday, youngsters started the day by building a squirrel feeder with the guidance of Bob Zellny. Curtis Woodworking in Pennsboro assisted in cutting the wood for this project. Peggy Squires showed participants how to make a survival bracelet from paracord and fasteners.
Jim Kessel Big Red Band Competition slated for Sept. 28
PARKERSBURG –The annual Jim Kessel Big Red Band Competition will be held at 4 p.m. Sept. 28 at Stadium Field at Parkersburg High School. The Parkersburg High marching band will host the competition where Band Director Dan White hopes to welcome 20 bands. “We always have a pretty good...
Picture This: Police receive grant
The Parkersburg Police Department has received a grant of $50,000 through the Parkersburg Area Community Foundation from Mary Anne and Doug Ketelsen. The funds will be used for the department’s Law Enforcement Support Fund to purchase equipment for patrol vehicles, tools for investigations, additional training for officers and community events. From left, Chief Matthew Board and Mary Anne Ketelsen. (Photo Provided)
$95M at Hand, Governor Names Dayton Ohio’s 2nd Innovation Hub
(TNS) — With the promise of an investment of up to $95 million from state, local and private partners, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine visited the University of Dayton Monday to name Dayton as the state's second "Innovation Hub." With $35 million from the Ohio Innovation Hubs program, as well...
WV Dems call for Justice to drop out of Senate race as financial issues pile up for Greenbrier
As financial struggles and allegations against companies owned by Gov. Jim Justice and his family continue to build — with new developments this week showing the Greenbrier Hotel Corporation is four months delinquent on payments to its employee health fund — the West Virginia Democratic Party on Tuesday called for Justice to drop out of […]
Washington State College of Ohio starts new semester with interim president
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - Dr. Sarah Parker started her new role as interim president on July 1. On Monday, she started her first full semester as interim president, an adjustment that would be tough for a lot of people but thanks to her staff it was easy. “It’s been an...
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