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Fire officials warn that drought conditions increase the risk of fires
Wheeling, W.Va. (WTRF) – The Ohio Valley’s drought conditions bring a higher risk for fires, according to local fire officials. They said fires can spread more easily, and they are a lot more difficult to control. The Wheeling Fire Department said even though there is no ban on open burning, residents should use extra caution […]
Local leaders discuss student career development, aim to boost retention in Wheeling
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. — Local leaders met at Wheeling Park High School on Wednesday to discuss career development in students. West Liberty University, Bethany College, Wheeling University, West Virginia Northern Community College, and Ohio University Eastern were just some institutions in attendance. Meetings such as these help connect Wheeling-area...
Teen admitted for free and local therapy in Wheeling after scooter accident
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — Seneca Rehabilitation Hospital may be known for its care of older adults. But one of its most recent admissions hasn’t even reached her 18th birthday, because its nurses knew she needed that local and loving touch. After a traumatic electric scooter accident, Wheeling Park student Kimberly O’Dell was taken to WVU […]
OPA! The 23rd annual Grecian Festival is officially underway in Center Wheeling
Wheeling, W.Va. (WTRF) – OPA! It’s the Greek word for excitement or Cheers and you will hear quite often over the next four days in the Center Wheeling Area. That’s because the 23rd Annual Grecian Festival is officially underway. The event is put on each year by the parishioners of St. John the Divine, Greek […]
Bellaire Sons of Italy are in the kitchen making their iconic sausage sandwiches
Bellaire, OHIO (WTRF) – We’re days out from the start of the Upper Ohio Valley Italian Heritage Festival. In Bellaire, the Sons of Italy Lodge members are making the sausages for their Italian sausage sandwich booth which has been a staple of the festival since 1983. This year they started with 1,160 pounds of pork […]
Addison's Achievers: Cadiz Police K-9 Lupo recognized for exceptional service
CADIZ, Ohio — Last week, we reported on a K-9 going the extra mile to crack down on drugs in Harrison County. Now we are giving that pup the proper recognition it deserves as K-9 Lupo is this week’s Addison’s Achiever. When we think of man’s best...
Brooke County reverting to old names for four primary and intermediate schools
BROOKE COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — Starting next year, you’ll be seeing new names outside four Brooke County schools…but they may be the names you’re already using. Superintendent Dr. Jeffrey Crook says this month the school board approved the change for its elementary schools. Brooke Primary North will become Hooverson Heights Primary, Brooke Intermediate North will […]
Rally House Opens New Location in Chillicothe, Expanding Retail Footprint
Chillicothe, OH – Rally House, a prominent retailer specializing in sports merchandise and officially licensed apparel, has unveiled its newest storefront today in Chillicothe, Ohio. Located at Guernsey Crossing adjacent to Petco, Rally House Chillicothe marks the company’s 33rd establishment in Ohio and its first in the Chillicothe area.
Shawnee State University acquires land that includes Spartan Stadium, Branch Rickey Field
PORTSMOUTH, Ohio (WCHS) — There's a new addition to Shawnee State University, courtesy of the city of Portsmouth. A move from city officials provided the school 23 acres of land that includes Spartan Stadium and Branch Rickey Field. The gift is seen as beneficial for both groups. "Shawnee approached...
DOE announces progress on Piketon Atomic Plant demolition amid local concerns
PIKETON, Ohio — The United States Department of Energy (DOE) announced earlier this month that plans are on track to begin the demolition of the X-333 Process Building at the site of the former Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Plant. In a press release on July 9, 2024, the DOE confirmed...
Cleveland-Cliffs (CLF) to Set Up Transformer Plant in Weirton
CLF - Free Report) stated that it will establish a new electrical distribution transformer production plant in Weirton, WV. This strategic investment aims to alleviate the significant shortage of distribution transformers that is currently hindering economic growth across the United States. Cleveland-Cliffs will repurpose its Half Moon Warehouse in Weirton...
Lancaster County native Casey Kaufhold set to compete in 2024 Olympics on Thursday
PARIS, IDF — Susquehanna Valley native Casey Kaufhold will make her 2024 Paris Olympics debut on Thursday for Team USA in archery. Kaufhold, who grew up in Smoketown, Lancaster County, won the Lancaster Archery Classic last year. Kaufhold is no stranger to high-level competition. She travels around the world...
Trinity School of Nursing Holds Class of 2024 Commencement
Students were recognized for academic and clinical excellence. The Trinity Health System School of Nursing held commencement exercises for the Class of 2024 on July 12, 2024. Rhonda Hatfield DBA, BSN, RN, CCRN, Interim Chief Nursing Officer for Trinity Health System, offered the commencement address. Several graduates were recognized for...
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