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The Amputee Center hosts Amputee Fun Fest
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - The Amputee Center held their 2nd annual Amputee Fun Fest in the parking lot of their site in Parkersburg. The Fun Fest was held to help provide education and resources for amputees and give them access to a fun festival they would be able to attend.
Ohio man arrested after trying to hide meth bubble and methamphetamine during traffic stop
NOBLE COUNTY, Ohio (WTRF) — An Ohio man is behind bars after a traffic stop led to a drug-related arrest in Noble County. According to the Noble County Sheriff’s Office, on July 8, Deputies pulled over a vehicle after observing a traffic violation. They identified Terry Ivey as the driver, who told deputies he did […]
West Virginia Faces Heat Advisory and Severe Storm Threat
Charleston, WV – A Heat Advisory will be in effect for parts of West Virginia this afternoon and evening. The National Weather Service warns that high temperatures and humidity could push the heat index to feel like low 100s across the region. Residents should prepare for potentially dangerous conditions, especially in lower elevations.
Eastern Ohio, Northwestern Pennsylvania, and West Virginia: Isolated Tornadoes Possible Tuesday
Eastern Ohio, Northwestern Pennsylvania, and West Virginia – Residents should prepare for severe weather on Monday, with more intense conditions, including isolated tornadoes and damaging winds, expected on Tuesday. According to the National Weather Service in Pittsburgh, Monday will bring afternoon and evening storms with potential for damaging winds...
West Virginia, Idaho asking Supreme Court to review rulings allowing transgender athletes to compete
West Virginia and Idaho are asking the U.S. Supreme Court to review rulings that blocked the enforcement of state laws prohibiting transgender athletes from competing in sports."If the Supreme Court takes this up, it will determine the fate of women's sports across the entire country for many years to come," West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey said Thursday at a briefing with reporters at the state Capitol in Charleston.It's unclear when the high court would decide whether to take up the cases, which were filed separately Thursday and involve transgender athletes who hoped to compete on female-designated teams at the...
Community honors teens involved in crash
MILTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - A community came together Saturday evening to honor Braxton McComas, the teenager who was killed in a car crash in Barboursville on Independence Day. Braxton’s friend, Logan, was with him when the collision happened. Logan was seriously injured and remains in the hospital more than a week after the crash.
Ohio murder suspect arrested on Indiana Toll Road
LAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. (WNDU) - A 22-year-old man who was wanted in connection with the deadly shooting of a 17-year-old boy in Ohio has been arrested in LaPorte County. Indiana State Police learned on Saturday morning that the suspect, an unidentified 22-year-old man from Painesville, Ohio, may be traveling along the Indiana Toll Road.
Groundbreaking of Ohio’s first Buc-ee’s set for August
HUBER HEIGHTS, Ohio (WDTN) — Ohio’s first Buc-ee’s is getting closer to reality. According to a Facebook post from Huber Height’s Mayor Jeff Gore, the official groundbreaking is scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 8. Huber Heights’ planning commission unanimously approved Buc-ee’s nearly 700-page final report on May 14. The report outlined building plans, construction details and […]
Boil water notice issued in South Shore, Kentucky
SOUTH SHORE, Ky (WSAZ) - A boil water notice is in effect in the South Shore area of Greenup County, due to a water main break. According to the mayor, when crews were trying to set up a new electric pole, the city’s waterline was hit. The boil water...
W.Va. Republican delegation prepares for RNC on the heels of assassination attempt
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — The Republican National Convention set to happen just days after an assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump. The West Virginia Republican Party Chairman telling Eyewitness News the more than 100 people from West Virginia are still coming to Milwaukee, despite potential security concerns. "One...
10-Day Ohio Sales Tax Holiday: $500 or Less on Tax-Free Purchases from July 30 to August 8
Ohio’s extended 10-day tax-free shopping period from July 30 to August 8 allows residents to purchase items under $500 without paying sales tax, promoting local spending and supporting businesses. Ohio‘s Extended Tax-Free Shopping Window Includes Restaurant Meals and Online Purchases According to The Columbus Dispatch, Ohio’s tax-free shopping period is getting longer this year, running […]
WVDHF announce investment plans, sale of senior health facilities
WEST VIRGINIA (WCHS) — The West Virginia Department of Health Facilities announced plans to potentially sell four long-term senior care facilities, officials say. WVDHF has partnered with healthcare merger and acquisition advisors, Lument Securities, LLC, with the goal of improving the quality of care through the sale and license transfer of the facilities without interruption of care, according to a release from the department.
Charleston Dirty Birds to host 2024 ‘Women Making a Difference Night’
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The Charleston Dirty Birds are excited to announce the annual Women Making a Difference Night, taking place on Thursday, July 25th. This special event, titled “Empower Her: Stepping Up to the Plate,” is an evening filled with resources, community partnerships, and educational opportunities designed to inspire and empower young women to make a positive impact in their communities.
Counties with the shortest life expectancy in Ohio
View a previous report on the counties with the longest life expectancy in Ohio in the video player above. Life expectancy can be affected by a variety of factors. About 25% of your lifespan is determined by genetics, according to the National Library of Medicine. Health and wellness habits—like following a balanced, nutrient-rich diet; not smoking; […]
Ross County Grand Jury, July 12th: Random Assault May Have Been Drug-Fueled
The Ross County Grand Jury returned 13 of their 14 cases Friday, July 12th, 2024, with six open for release to the public. From testimony in the the grand jury in one of the cases, according to the Ross County Prosecutor’s Office:. Chillicothe — On June 6th, six or...
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