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Summer-like weather ahead of a rainy week
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - High pressure that has been giving us the summer-like weather and drought has cleared out allowing for a low pressure trough to build in. This will cause clouds to build in overnight which will keep lows in the mid 60s. The trough will cause much needed showers and storms to move into the area on Monday. Rainfall amounts will vary depending on where the showers go and how heavy the rainfall is but we will likely see about a quarter to half an inch of rain.
West Virginia RB White looking for even bigger leap in year two
Jahiem White made his snaps count in year one. The true freshman only played a total of 275 offensive snaps but turned that into a productive line. White rushed 109 times for 842 yards and 4 touchdowns which boils down to an average of 7.7 yards per attempt. He also hauled in 5 catches for 125 yards and 2 more scores.
Beverly Waterford Homecoming takes place at Dodge Park
BEVERLY, OH (WTAP) -People originally from the Beverly and Waterford area came together for the two-day event, which included carnival games and other activities at the park. On Saturday, the Homecoming Fair hosted a tractor-pulling contest called the King of the Asphalt. Participants take antique tractors and pull sleds across...
Residency graduate Dr. Mishel Simoni to remain and practice at Adena Health
CHILLICOTHE – Continuing a trend in recent years that has seen graduates of Adena Health’s residency program choosing to remain with the health system to practice, one member of the class of 2024 will keep his talents local. Mishel Simoni, MD, a graduate of the family medicine residency...
Meat and Greet: Wood County 4-H, FFA members ready for annual Jr. Livestock sale
MINERAL WELLS — A lot of care and attention are needed to raise livestock so they can bring the best price at sale as area 4-H members prepared for Saturday’s Jr. Livestock sale at the final day of the Wood County 4-H and FFA Summer Showcase in Mineral Wells.
WVU-P’s Riverhawk Farm holds Farm to School Agrication Program
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - This summer, WVUP’s Riverhawk Farm is filled with high school students learning about different parts of a farm during their Farm to School Agrication Program. The farm’s Agriculture Outreach Specialist, Hannah Morgan, explained how the program works and how different organizations like the Department of...
The People’s Car: Matheny Motors adds Volkswagen brand
PARKERSBURG — Matheny Motors has added Volkswagen to its brand portfolio. The showroom at 112 Third St. in downtown Parkersburg will operate under the name Matheny Volkswagen of Parkersburg. “We are excited to bring the best of Volkswagen to the Mid-Ohio Valley,” Matheny Motors General Manager Mick Ward said...
Toast of the Town: Wine Down on Market savors taste of recognition
PARKERSBURG — Wine Down on Market has been honored for its wine program in Wine Spectator’s 2024 Restaurant Awards, which celebrate the world’s best restaurants for wine. “We are truly honored to be one of only seven award-winning restaurants in the state of West Virginia and the...
All Dahl’d Up: Actors Guild of Parkersburg showing youthful side with Matilda the Musical
PARKERSBURG — The Actors Guild of Parkersburg will be opening its next production, Matilda the Musical, based on the beloved book by Roald Dahl, on July 26. Matilda the Musical opens July 26 and runs through Aug. 11 with all shows at 8 p.m. with the exception of Sunday performances at 2:30 p.m.
BREAKING: Biden drops out of presidential race, endorses Harris
WASHINGTON D.C. (Hinton News) - In a shocking turn of events, President Joe Biden posted a letter to social media platform X officially dropping out of the 2024 presidential race. Additionally, he announced that he is endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for the nomination. Harris has accepted Biden's endorsement and released a statement where she said, “I am honored to have the President’s endorsement and my intention is to earn and win this nomination." The Hinton News will continue to follow this situation and provide information as it becomes available. The post BREAKING: Biden drops out of presidential race, endorses Harris appeared first on The Hinton News.
Waters Fanta Insurance Agency recognition leads to donation
PARKERSBURG — Westbrook Health Services has received a donation of $5,500 from Waters Fanta Insurance Agency, which has been recognized by Westfield Insurance as a top-performing independent insurance agency for the seventh consecutive year,. The funds will go toward critical needs for Westbrook clients. Waters Fanta is the only...
Mid-Ohio Valley Faith Calendar
BELPRE — Belpre Heights Church, the Right Path of Washington County and local sponsors will hold a Belpre Back to School Bash! from 5-8 p.m. July 25 at Howes Grove Park, 1600 Washington Blvd. Disc jockey Pat from I-heart radio will be there along with games and prizes with...
North Star Child Advocacy Center marks decade as beacon of hope
PARKERSBURG — The North Star Child Advocacy Center is commemorating 10 years of service to the local area. An open house was conducted at North Star’s Parkersburg offices on Friday where community members could come in and see the facility and learn what kind of work it is involved in.
Steps Parkersburg takes to care for trees during drought
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - If you have been to City Park, Southwood Park, or Quincy Park within the past year or two, you may have noticed a ribbon tied around some smaller trees. There have been about 30 trees planted in those parks and Parkersburg Tree Commission Chairman Craig Minton...
Bulldog of West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice gets own bobblehead after GOP convention
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice's English bulldog is getting her own bobblehead.The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum in Milwaukee announced plans Friday for a bobblehead doll for the 60-pound (27-kilogram) Babydog. It comes after her appearance on stage with the governor at the Republican National Convention in the city on Tuesday night."Already popular among West Virginians, Babydog added many more people to her growing fan club with her appearance at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee," museum co-founder and CEO Phil Sklar said in a statement. "This bobblehead will be a must-have for fans of Babydog!"It will be...
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