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Gov. Justice, WorkForce West Virginia announce Disaster Unemployment Assistance benefits are now available for communities impacted by storms and flooding April 11-12, 2024
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WVDN) — Governor Jim Justice and WorkForce West Virginia announced that Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) benefits are available to qualifying individuals living or working in Hancock, Kanawha, Marshall, Ohio, Roane, Wetzel and Wood counties. These counties were designated as major disaster areas by the President on May 24, 2024, following an official request by Gov. Justice. […] The post Gov. Justice, WorkForce West Virginia announce Disaster Unemployment Assistance benefits are now available for communities impacted by storms and flooding April 11-12, 2024 appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Epworth Park, the “hidden gem of Belmont County,” hosts meet & greet
Bethesda, OHIO (WTRF) – Epworth Park is often referred to as the Hidden Gem of Belmont County. Also known as the “Garden of Oaks” it was created in 1870 as a Methodist retreat, then became a post of the Chautauqua movement, which was an entertainment and education movement popular in the late 19th and early […]
Two Ohio State Routes will be closed for a couple of days
Starting July 22, in Jefferson County, State Route 150 will close during daytime hours for a culvert replacement project. East of Pleasant Grove. In Belmont County, starting July 22, State Route 149 will be closed to traffic for a slide repair project.
Martins Ferry and ODNR officials enter Austin Master Services for the first time since April
MARTINS FERRY, Ohio (WTRF) – Martins Ferry officials entered the Austin Master Services facility for the first time since the April floods. Mayor John Davies informed the public at their recent council meeting that Fire Chief One Ron Hilton and Chief Two Justin Smith would tour the building along with a hazardous materials specialist. They […]
Marshall County Fair aims for record attendance with a week of festive events
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. — The Marshall County Fair brings in thousands of people each year to the city of Moundsville, and this year's event has a full schedule of events. "We see thousands of people,” Amanda Ashby, fair board member, said. “This year, hoping to have record numbers.”
Wheeling splash pad construction hits a snag but will be worth the wait
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — You’ve walked through one at the Four Seasons Pool in Moundsville, and now it’s almost time for Wheeling to get its very own splash pad. While the installation has hit a few construction snags, it won’t just be a way to cool off at Heritage Port…and the city says it will […]
Moundsville approves $600K paving project
MOUNDSVILLE, W.Va. — Moundsville City Council conducted its regular meeting Tuesday and discussed the new municipal city building and 2024 paving project. Little has changed for the building as the city continues to work with the construction attorney to name a new general contractor. The 2024 paving project was...
Black Horse Inn, new home for Underground Railroad Museum
BELMONT COUNTY, O.H. (WTRF) — The Black Horse Inn, believed to have been a stop on the Underground Railroad, will soon undergo a complete transformation to house the history and artifacts preserved by the Underground Railroad Museum. Vice President of the Morristown Historic Preservation Association, Pamela McCort, says this building is more than bricks […]
City of Wheeling expects millions of dollars in FEMA funding following April floods
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – The City of Wheeling was hit hard by the April flooding, with Wheeling Island being nearly underwater. The wastewater treatment plant also sustained damage to the gate that controls water flow, resulting in damage to the pumps at the plant. Wheeling City Council had installed a sewer rover to hopefully gain […]
Moundsville's East End Park unveils new hydration station, promotes healthy hydration
MOUNDSVILLE, W.Va. — A new hydration station has been added to East End Park in Moundsville. The six-month process was powered by the Marshall County Family Resource Network and the City of Moundsville via the "Be Active" grant. The station offers four sources of water: a bi-level drinking fountain,...
Delegate Stephens presents funding for Moundsville entities
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. — West Virginia Delegate Jeff Stephens presented funding to entities within the city of Moundsville on Tuesday. Both the Moundsville Police Department and parks and recreation received $1,000 each. The money comes from the local economic development funds delegates are given to put back into communities.
State officials visit historic Belmont County site, envision economic and tourist revival
BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio — State officials toured a building that represents more than two centuries of history in Belmont County on Wednesday. John Carey, the director of Governor Mike DeWine's Office of Appalachia, visited Morristown to get a tour of the Black Horse Inn project. "This project reflects the...
Wheeling completes renovation of 19 baseball and softball fields
WHEELING, W.Va. — The city of Wheeling has been renovating baseball and softball fields for more than a year now -- and it has finally finished. Nineteen fields across the Friendly city received upgrades, as they had been neglected over the years. So, what has been done?. "Digging down...
Waterfront Hall packs weekends with live music from across genres
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. — Waterfront Hall is turning up the volume this weekend with a full lineup of live performers. During the last year, the venue has been a hub for music in downtown Wheeling, attempting to have 2-3 events per week. "Live music is something so cool that...
WVU President Gordon Gee visits Ohio and Marshall counties on tour across West Virginia
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – WVU President Gordon Gee and other University representatives are hitting the road this summer to join alumni, friends and supporters across the Mountain State. They want to visit each of the state’s 55 counties to show residents how grateful the university is for their support. On Monday they made a […]
Smooth Ride: Work picks up on eastern lane of Main Street in Wheeling
WHEELING, W.Va. — During the last month, the West Virginia Department of Highways has been working on paving Main Street in Wheeling in completing part of the Streetscape Project. It was initially projected to take only 2 weeks from start to finish, but with utility setbacks at the north...
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