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Local girl to operate lemonade stand for good cause
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – One little girl in Marshall County is looking to change the lives of children battling cancer one cup of lemonade at a time. During public comment at Tuesday’s county commission meeting, Josie, who shared she is going into the 4th grade, addressed the commissioners to ask if she could operate […]
Cameron's decade-long water project gets final funding boost from county commission
CAMERON, W.Va. — For the last 10 years, the city of Cameron has been working toward a major water project. And now the Marshall County Commission has provided finances to push the project forward. Commissioners have provided $350,000 to finalize the funding package. Bidding is up next. "Getting this...
City of Cameron moving forward with $4.4 million Phase III water project
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – The City of Cameron’s Mayor Greg Gallentine was presented with a $350,000 check form the Marshall County Commissioners this morning for their Phase III Water Systems Improvement Project. Without the commissions support, Cameron would not have been able to put the project out to bid. The project is about $4.4 […]
Local commissioners comment on recent Benwood & McMechen paid EMS service during meeting
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – Marshall County Commissioners gathered for their regularly scheduled meeting Tuesday morning with several notions on their agenda. Commissioners approved the new hire for the county clerk’s office and a new hire of a temporary part time employee for the 911 Dispatch Center. City Administrator Betsy Frohnapfel gave an update on […]
“Flock” a friend with flamingos to spread smiles and mental health awareness
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – Pink plastic flamingos are popping up in yards throughout Ohio and Marshall Counties, and yours could be next! “Flock it Forward” is Crittenton Services’ summer fundraiser, where you can pick any lawn of your choosing and for a $20 donation, that yard will get “flocked” with flamingos! These pink feathered friends […]
Marshall County Commission Chips In $350,000 for Cameron Water Project
The Marshall County Commission announced Tuesday that it will contribute a significant chunk of the cost to Phase III of the City of Cameron’s Water System Improvements project, allowing that project to go out to bid. The commission will put $350,000 into the pot, finalizing the project’s funding package...
Marshall County man sentenced to three years on multiple charges
A Glen Easton man was sentenced Monday to at least three years in prison after pleading guilty to multiple charges from a February police chase that resulted in a Marshall County deputy’s injury. Koleton Caruso, 24, pleaded guilty before Second Judicial Circuit Judge Jeffrey Cramer to two felonies —...
Marshall County Man Sentenced on Multiple Charges Related to February Police Chase
A Glen Easton man was sentenced Monday to at least three years in prison after pleading guilty to multiple charges from a February police chase that resulted in a Marshall County deputy’s injury. Koleton Caruso, 24, pleaded guilty before Second Judicial Circuit Judge Jeffrey Cramer to two felonies –...
10th Annual Christy Porter Hill Memorial Car and Bike show rescheduled
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – With the forecasted rain expected this weekend, the 10th Annual Christy Porter Hill Memorial Car and Bike show has been rescheduled for Friday, June 28. The memorial car and bike show is happening from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. at John Marshall High School’s parking lot. (Photos from previous […]
Ohio Valley organizations receive generous donation to support community programs
OHIO VALLEY (WTRF) — It was a generous donation that will benefit two local organizations in a big way. On Friday, the Ohio Valley Jaycees Charitable Fund presented two checks totaling $10,000. That money was split between the Appalachian Christmas Project and Ohio Valley Young Life. The Young Life Organization serves teen parents and underprivileged […]
Southwestern Energy donates $5,000 to St. Vincent de Paul to provide beds for those in need
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – It’s something many people might take for granted. However, having a warm bed to sleep in is something many families can only wish for. But thanks to the efforts of Southwestern Energy, it’s now a reality for severalarea children and adults. On Thursday, members of the St. Vincent de Paul […]
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