Choose your location
LATEST NEWS
4th Of July Events To Entertain Ohio Valley
Fireworks will illuminate the night sky – though they might have to compete with Mother Nature’s own version of a light show – when Independence Day celebrations are held today throughout the Ohio Valley. Concerts, fireworks and other events will be found up and down the Ohio...
Beast of the East tournament returns, providing boost to area economy
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. — The annual Beast of the East amateur baseball tournament is back in the Ohio Valley. At its peak, ‘the Beast’ was known to have had an annual economic impact of more than $8 million in the Ohio Valley over the July 4 holiday weekend, tournament director Bo McConnaughy noted.
“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 […]
Ohio County swears in two new Board of Education members
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – It was an exciting Monday all over the Friendly City. In addition to the new Wheeling Mayor Denny Magruder being sworn-in, the Ohio County Board of Education officially has two new members. A special board meeting was held today which included a swearing-in ceremony with Judge David Simms presiding. New […]
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 […]
Jones to be honored at Light of the Valley Luncheon
WHEELING — H. Lawrence Jones has spent decades of his life helping the children of the Ohio Valley — through education, philanthropy and community service. The Wheeling YMCA will honor that dedication to the valley’s youth at its annual Light of the Valley Luncheon, where Jones, a former Ohio County Schools superintendent, will receive the Dr. Lee Jones Patron of Youth Award.
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 […]
U.S. Attorney warns seniors to press the pause button before sending others money
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – Criminals scamming the elderly are good at making them believe the need is urgent, and that they must send money right away. They might say their dog needs emergency vet care. Or they might pretend to be your grandchild, in jail and in need of bail money. They often say […]
Ohio County Schools Moves To Curb Cellphone Use In Classrooms
WHEELING – Ohio County Schools is seeking to establish “phone-free classrooms” at Wheeling Park High School by establishing a policy that would permit students to keep their cellphones with them throughout the day, but to also prohibit their use during class time. Those running afoul of the...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.