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Park Offense Strong In Season Opening Win
PARKERSBURG,W.Va. (WTRF) – The Wheeling Park offense didn’t skip a beat with a brand new starting quarterback and running back Friday night at Parkersburg South. Park found the end zone five times on their way to a 35-14 win over South. Jay Bordas had three touchdown passes in his first varsity start at QB and […]
Parkersburg woman, sister plead guilty to federal drug crime
CHARLESTON — A Parkersburg resident and her sister have pleaded guilty to aiding and abetting the use of a communication facility to facilitate drug trafficking, according to a release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of West Virginia. According to court documents and statements made...
Artsbridge funding drive looks to add green to group’s palette
PARKERSBURG — Artsbridge kicked off its annual fund drive Wednesday to raise funds for arts education and community outreach programs in schools and through family-centered events in the area. “We believe the arts are for everyone and should be accessible to all,” said Artsbridge Executive Director Lyndsay Dennis.
Chamber of Commerce of the Mid-Ohio Valley prepping for Vegas-themed gala
PARKERSBURG — Despite the Las Vegas theme, organizers hope what happens at the Chamber of Commerce of the Mid-Ohio Valley’s annual gala this month doesn’t stay there. “Our business community works so hard. They strive to be good employers to the employees that come to work every day and rely on them for their livelihood,” said Jill Parsons, president and CEO of the chamber. “They strive to provide great service to their customers. They take pride in giving back to the community. The (chamber) loves to recognize those efforts.”
A holiday note to News and Sentinel readers…
The Parkersburg News and Sentinel will not publish a print edition on Labor Day, Sept. 2. This follows the paper’s policy of not having a print edition on major federal holidays, such as New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Our newsroom will remain...
WVU men’s soccer posts second consecutive clean sheet, defeats George Washington 4-0
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Through three matches, the West Virginia University men’s soccer team clearly has a lucky number. No. 4 WVU (3-0) defeated George Washington (1-2) 4-0 Friday night at Dick Dlesk Soccer Stadium. WVU has now scored four goals in each of its first three games, and...
RVK’s Brandon Phoenix previews WVU football’s home opener
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - The West Virginia Mountaineers open their season on the football field on Saturday against the #8 ranked Penn State Nittany Lions. WVU comes into the game with revenge on their mind after losing last year’s season opener to Penn State 38-15 in Happy Valley. WVU...
Meet Dallas! WTAP’s Pet of the Week
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - Meet Dallas! WTAP’s Pet of the Week!. Dallas is an eight-year-old red heeler cattle dog mix who joins us from the Humane Society of Parkersburg. Dallas is very calm and affectionate with a gentleman-like demeanor. While he is very demure in nature and would get...
How the heat affects those with chronic illnesses
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - Despite the few rain showers over the past few days, the heat and humidity are still enduring. Those struggling with chronic illnesses like heart disease are hit harder by hot weather than others. The amount of time it takes to cool down determines whether or not someone is at a higher risk of developing a heat-related illness.
Pinpoint Yellow Alert Day | The heat wave is almost over
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - The heat wave is almost over across the Mid-Ohio Valley. We will see one more day with a heat advisory in place across the southern portion of the region from noon to 8 p.m. this evening. Just like yesterday, even though everyone will not be under a heat advisory, it is still going to be very hot and humid. Heat index values will hit the upper 90s to low 100s one more time. Of course, thanks to the heat and humidity, we will repeat the same weather as Thursday. There will be a bit of some fog for the morning commute and then the chance for isolated thunderstorms around the evening commute.
The Flotsam River Circus makes a splash in Ohio River towns
The sun is the only spotlight for the circus performers who bound onto a ramshackle raft, docked in Parkersburg, West Virginia just across the river from Belpre, Ohio. A crowd of more than a hundred spectators watch in awe as a unibrowed trapeze artist flips in flippers, clownish sea captains attempt daring feats and strange puppets dance up and down the gangplank to the tune of fiddle-filled sea shanties.
Soccer Game Preview: Weir Hits the Road
The Weir Red Riders will be staying on the road on Saturday to face off against the Winfield Generals at 10:00 a.m. Weir is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 4 goals per game this season. On Thursday, Weir and Wheeling Central Catholic finished up their matchup...
Two F-16 Viper Jets to fly over sold out WVU vs Penn State crowd
MORGANTOWN, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The wait is over for Mountaineer fans as West Virginia University (WVU) gears up to face No. 8 Penn State this Saturday at Milan Puskar Stadium. The game kicks off at noon and is sold out. According to WVU, fans are encouraged to check the “Stripe the Stadium” chart to coordinate […]
Countdown to Kickoff (Edition 63): Williamstown looks to claim third straight state title
WILLIAMSTOWN, W.Va. (WCHS) — Williamstown has won the last two state titles in Class A and played for three state titles. The Yellowjackets are ready to reload in 2024. “We’ve got a great group of seniors that have really stepped up as far as leadership goes. We have about half of our starters back from last year’s state championship team,” head coach Chris Beck said. “So far so good in terms of the work they’re putting in. I think the guys come with a good attitude every day. We’re getting a little bit better every day. As a team, the cohesiveness is getting better every day.”
John Marshall High School: CA Music Band of the Week
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — Led by their veteran band director Tracey Filben, the John Marshall marching band is preparing for another year of sharing some outstanding performances with the entire community. The band consists of 54 students that all have one thing in common and that is sharing their love for music and each […]
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