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Roscoe Village keeps the tradition of weaving alive with classes at new Loom Loft
COSHOCTON − The traditional style of rugmaking and other items involving a loom is being kept alive with the new Loom Loft in Roscoe Village. It's located in the schoolhouse, part of the recreation of a Canal Era town. Instructor Rami Sawyer has worked for Roscoe Village off and on for about...
36th annual festival returns to downtown Mount Vernon
The Mount Vernon Music and Arts Festival will welcome country chart-topper Lonestar, local favorite Six Miles to Nellie and Central Ohio icons Phil Dirt and the Dozers as headline musical acts for this year’s event, Aug. 8-11 on the Public Square and streets of downtown Mount Vernon. Headline concerts are at 8:30 p.m. each night. This marks the 36th year for this event, presented by Ariel Corporation and Park National Bank as part of the 2024 Mount Vernon Presents calendar.
Moundsville City Building project remains wrapped up in red tape
Construction on the Moundsville City Building has been at a standstill for several months. But that doesn’t mean things aren’t getting done. In March, the contractors for the project -- PCS & Build LLC -- filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy and halted all construction on the building. Since...
Few details emerge after two Wood County principals leave posts
PARKERSBURG — Information received from a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to Wood County Schools shows a bomb threat drill was conducted at Emerson Elementary on Nov. 24, 2023, while students were on holiday break. The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) requires every school in the state...
Dogs in for a treat at Tractor Supply tasting event
PARKERSBURG — Tractor Supply Co. in south Parkersburg will hold a pet treat tasting event for dogs from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Aug. 10. The event for dogs will allow owners and their pets to sample a variety of treats available at Tractor Supply, according to Manager Susan Spear. The company’s treat brand is 4health.
Williamstown officials to display elementary school cornerstone artifacts during Aug. 6 meeting
WILLIAMSTOWN, W.Va. (WTAP) - Williamstown city officials will have a ceremonial public display of the contents of a historic capsule in the cornerstone recently removed from the old Williamstown Elementary School building. The cornerstone was officially opened last week by members of Williamstown’s Masonic Lodge and the West Virginia Grand...
Vienna man to distribute school supplies on Saturday
VIENNA — A Vienna man on his own is helping students with free supplies from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday at Jackson Park. Rick Dotson calls himself WVAOK, which stands for “act of kindness.” He organized the giveaway on his own, but received help through donations from local businesses.
Waverly Activity Center hosting Teacher Totes
WAVERLY, W.Va. (WTAP) -People will be able to nominate three teachers of their choosing, and the Waverly activity center will provide teacher totes for the supplies they have. Tracey Davis, the executive director of the Waverly Activity center, said the reason for doing this is that teachers are the ones paying out of pocket to help give kids the education they need.
FAA Awards $7 Million For Statewide Airport Improvements
Several West Virginia airports will receive federal funds to make infrastructure improvements. A runway rehabilitation in Lewisburg. Perimeter fencing in Williamson. A retaining wall in Charleston. A rotating beacon in Buckhannon. These are some of the planned improvements to airports in West Virginia, funded with $7 million in Airport Improvement...
Twin State League hosts Media Day
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - The Twin State League held the Head Football Coaches Media Day at Western Sizzlin with coaches from Fort Frye, Marietta, Warren, and Point Pleasant in attendance. Head coaches Eric Huck, Jason Schob, Jimmy Peyton, and David Darst were all on hand to talk about their teams...
WVU Medicine Aspiring Nurse Program welcomes their third cohort
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - Sixteen local nursing students were formally welcomed to the WVU Medicine Aspiring Nurse Program on Monday, July 29. The third cohort consists of students attending Washington State College of Ohio, West Virginia Junior College, and West Virginia University at Parkersburg, according to a news release. They will receive a high-quality, hands-on immersive experience as they complete all their clinical rotations at WVU Medicine Camden Clark.
WATCH LIVE: Vice presidential candidate JD Vance hosts rally in Arizona
Republican vice presidential candidate Sen. J.D. Vance (R-OH) will be speaking at a rally in Glendale, Arizona, on Wednesday at 9 p.m. Eastern. It’s a moment for Arizona voters to become more acquainted with the Ohio senator. Former President Donald Trump lost the swing state by less than 11,000 votes in 2020. CLICK HERE TO […]
Efforts to keep students safe discussed at Ohio School Safety Summit
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Back to school is not just a matter of school supplies and new clothing. For teachers and educators it’s also paying attention and reassessing security. The Ohio School Safety Center, a division of the Department of Public Safety is holding a conference at the...
100 days until election: Sherrod Brown, Bernie Moreno rally for Mahoning Valley votes for U.S. Senate
Republican Bernie Moreno is set to challenge incumbent Democrat Sherrod Brown to represent Ohio in the U.S. Senate. Voters will decide between Moreno and Brown in November’s election, fewer than 100 days away. How are the two candidates rallying supportive voters in the Mahoning Valley and surrounding areas of...
Governor DeWine appoints conservator to oversee Eastern Gateway closing process
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has appointed a conservator to oversee the closing of Eastern Gateway Community College (EGCC). According to the release, Fred Ransier will serve as conservator effective August 1 and will manage the college while overseeing the dissolution and closure process. Earlier this year, the EGCC Board of...
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