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Get ready for theatrical magic at “Matilda: The Musical”
WELLSBURG, W.Va. (WTRF) — If you believe in magic in a young girl’s heart, get ready to see it on stage at the Brooke Hills Playhouse. The long-running summer theater group is ready to sing a musical version of Roald Dahl’s story ‘Matilda.’. The opening night...
Wellsburg wraps up Independence Week with parade and fireworks finale
BROOKE COUNTY, WV — A week-long celebration of America's independence came to a close in Wellsburg on Thursday night with a parade and fireworks. Throughout the week, residents had the chance to participate in cornhole and fishing tournaments as well as a bike decorating contest. Thursday night's parade route...
Wheels and wins: 'Oil Can Derby' races through another year
BROOKE COUNTY, WV — And they're off! The annual Oil Can Derby brought hundreds to Wellsburg on Thursday. Although these might look like soapbox cars, they're not. The name 'Oil Can Derby' comes from the oil cans produced by Eagle Manufacturing, a Wellsburg-based company. The derby has taken over...
Report: WVU Great, Ex-Assistant Da’Sean Butler Heading Back to NBA
WVU basketball great, and now former assistant, Da’Sean Butler is heading back to the NBA to join the Boston Celtics’ coaching staff, sources tell Adam Himmelsbach of the Boston Globe. Butler is expected to take a role under video coordinator and or player development. Butler is reuniting with...
‘Benson River Jam’ along Tygart River will feature live music this weekend
FAIRMONT, W.Va (WDTV) - The first Benson River Jam will be held tomorrow along the Tygart River. The event will feature four artists playing live music and will take place from noon to 8 p.m., according to the Facebook event. Chad Heldreth will play at noon, and Kelly Lynott will...
Summer Music Series continues July 11 with Band of Brothers
PARKERSBURG — Artsbridge’s Summer Music Series in City Park continues Thursday, July 11, from 6:30-8 p.m. with the musical group Band of Brothers. This event is sponsored by North Bend Wealth Management and the City of Parkersburg. This week will feature Stephen Givens as an opener. Several food vendors will be available for patrons this week.
WVU Helps Spark Innovation, Entrepreneurship to Aid BHS Alum Michael Morehead in Successful Startup
Article Courtesy of Jake Stump/West Virginia University. When Michael Morehead entered West Virginia University’s master’s program in computer science in 2011, his main goal was “survival.” The Bridgeport native’s main motivation was obtaining health insurance to cover medical bills from chemotherapy for non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. That’s all he wanted, he admits. But he wound up with much more.
JJ Wetherholt is once again the projected No. 1 overall pick in MLB Draft
WVU star infielder JJ Wetherholt, who entered the 2024 college baseball season as the projected No. 1 overall pick in this year's MLB Draft, dealt with significant injury issues over the course of the regular season. But, after proving he's fully healthy and ending the season strong, the former Mountaineer is gaining traction in mock drafts yet again.
Hancock County Savings Bank celebrates 125 years with parade and iconic duck race
Hancock County, W.Va. — The celebrations continued in the Northern Panhandle, as the Hancock County Savings Bank of Chester rang in 125 years on Thursday!. To celebrate, a 4th of July parade, 5-K race and the iconic duck race were held downtown. The duck race is a decades-long tradition...
Triple S Harley Davidson kicks off Wild and Wonderful MountainFest Motorcycle Rally on the 4th
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - Throughout the country and North Central West Virginia we celebrate Independence Day. The day our nation was born and a day many look forward to every year. Throughout the local area there will be plenty celebrations; and one of the more unique gatherings is happening at Triple S Harley Davidson. Where they have the privilege of hosting the 16th Annual official gathering of the Wild and Wonderful MountainFest Motorcycle Rally. The week long event will feature live music, countless food vendors, and all things a motorcycle enthusiast could want. Bikers from around the country have traveled miles on the country roads to participate in this weekends event; and officials like, Jaime Summerlin, couldn’t be more excited for the anticipated turnout. All in an effort to encourage the community to come together and wish the USA a happy birthday.
Shrine Bowl Director Offers Evaluation of WVU OL Wyatt Milum as NFL Prospect
A major figure in the world of scouting college football prospects is high on another senior WVU offensive lineman. Eric Galko, the Director of Football Ops and Player Personnel for the East-West Shrine Bowl, offered his thoughts on the latest Mountaineer NFL prospect on Wednesday. “WHO’S NEXT: We got to...
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