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Heat returns with high pressure
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - We have officially started what is expected to be an almost week long heat wave. Highs on Saturday reached the low 90s as high pressure settles in. Overnight, clear skies will allow for temperatures to fall around 60. The hot weather will continue Sunday with highs reaching roughly the mid 90s. The heat and dry weather will continue into the work with highs on Monday reaching the mid 90s which could possibly tie or break the previous record set in 2016. We could also tie or break the record on Wednesday of 98 degrees which was set in 1948. Due to the hot weather that is expected, make sure you take it easy and drink plenty of water.
Nationally known comedian, Joe Gatto, coming to Wheeling
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — A nationally known comedian is set to make a stop here in the Friendly City in just two weeks. Known famously for starring in the hit TV show “Impractical Jokers,” Joe Gatto is now continuing his career in comedy as a stand-up comedian. On Friday, September 6, he will bring his […]
First at 4 Forum: Lisa Gum
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - Lisa Gum, the chair of the Buckhannon River Watershed Association, stopped by the First at 4 Friday. She told us about the upcoming Buckhannon RiverFest!. You can watch the full interview above and watch First at 4 weekdays from 4 to 5 p.m. only on WDTV.
Spelter Volunteer Fire Department begins renovations after winning Lowe’s Hometowns grant
The Spelter Volunteer Fire Department began the long-awaited demolitions of its living quarters on Friday as part of a larger renovation project that officials hope will attract more volunteers.
WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital earns national recognition for heart and stroke care
WHEELING, W.Va. — WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital has been nationally recognized for the fourth year in a row by the American Heart Association for its commitment to best practices. The hospital received two ‘Get with the Guidelines' awards at the gold plus level for coronary artery disease STEMI receiving...
Asbestos removal at former Wheeling Inn progressing ahead of schedule
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — The asbestos removal at the former Wheeling Inn at 10th and Main Streets is actually moving ahead of schedule. Officials say that portion of the work may be completed by September 16, which would clear the way for the next phase–the actual demolition of the old motel. U.S. Senator Shelley Moore […]
Free eye exams at South Parkersburg Baptist Church
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - The Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department partnered with the WVU Eye Institutes’ Appalachian Vision Outreach Program to give people free eye exams. This is to help people get these exams if they don’t have health insurance. Bethany Peters, a representative from the Mid-Ohio Valley Health...
Treasurer Moore Presents Unclaimed Property Check Worth More Than $18,000 to City of Shinnston
SHINNSTON, W.Va. (WVDN) – State Treasurer Riley Moore visited Shinnston City Hall on Thursday, Aug. 22, to present an unclaimed property check worth $18,009.25 to the City of Shinnston. “I am proud to reunite the residents of Shinnston with these lost funds,” Treasurer Moore said. “I want to encourage individuals and organizations to keep checking our unclaimed property […] The post Treasurer Moore Presents Unclaimed Property Check Worth More Than $18,000 to City of Shinnston appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Pennsylvania Officials Urge Precautions Against Tick Bites at Memorial Lake State Park
Officials from the Shapiro Administration, representing the Departments of Health (DOH), Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), and Environmental Protection (DEP), convened at Memorial Lake State Park in Dauphin County to emphasize the importance of safeguarding against Lyme disease and tick bites. Secretary of Health, Dr. Debra Bogen, stressed the need...
Steelers rookie goes down with scary injury in closing seconds of preseason finale
Nobody wants to see this. With just 1:26 remaining in the Pittsburgh Steelers preseason finale against the Detroit Lions, a scary injury halted the game and had players from both teams kneeling at mid-field. As the Lions looked to milk the clock and put the game on ice with a...
The Steelers quarterback battle is over like it never happened
If you were holding onto even a shred of hope that there was a quarterback battle with the Pittsburgh Steelers, it only took about five minutes of this week’s preseason game against the Detroit Lions to crush those hopes and dreams. Starting quarterback Russell Wilson played only one series...
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