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One theatre’s fundraising season kicked off with lots of cheer
MARIETTA, Ohio (WTAP) - Normally, the hustle and bustle of the holiday season does not start this early, though one theatre hopes the early start to their fundraising season pays off. The Stage Door of Peoples Bank Theatre was filled with Christmas spirit as they held a Christmas in July...
Marietta, Beverly-Lowell pull out victories in Legion Baseball district tournament action
BEVERLY, Ohio (WTAP) - It was another busy day at Fort Frye High School at the District 8 American Legion Baseball Tournament. First, Marietta Post 64 clinched a spot in the winner’s bracket final with a dominant 14-3 win over Cambridge/Belle Valley Post 84/641. Marietta’s offense exploded by putting...
Wood County Commission still mulling Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department move
PARKERSBURG — Wood County officials are favoring moving the Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department to St. Joseph’s Landing. Commissioners Blair Couch and Jimmy Colombo discussed the matter when asked Thursday following the commission’s regular meeting. Commissioner Robert Tebay was absent from the meeting which mostly dealt with probate matters.
A mussel-bound voyage: Ohio River Islands refuge checks in on endangered mussels
WILLIAMSTOWN, W.Va. (WTAP) - On Thursday morning, volunteers, divers, and scientists with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service prepared for the third day of a monitoring mission in the Ohio River Islands National Wildlife Refuge. The group focused on the mussels’ populations near Buckley and Muskingum Islands, including endangered species...
Marietta Moose Lodge donates emergency ‘starter kits’ for foster children
MARIETTA — Washington County Children Services received donations to help foster children Wednesday morning. Marietta Moose Lodge #1813 donated starter kits for foster children to the agency, which is a part of the Washington County Department of Jobs and Family Services. Since April 1, the lodge has been working...
Mon Power warns about this scam
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - First Energy Personnel says recent scam attempts have been made in the Mon Power Service area. Scammers may pose as Mon Power representatives and call customers, saying their power will be cut off unless they call a provided number to make payment. To reduce your risk...
Picture This: The Tree of Life
MARIETTA — A tiny “garden” of plants grown in the decaying wood of a log along the Cisler Trail near Oak Grove Cemetery in Marietta recently. If you have a recent photo that showcases the beauty of the Mid-Ohio Valley, submit it to Art Smith at asmith@newsandsentinel.com for possible inclusion on this page. See more photos at instagram.com/parkersburg.news.and.sentinel. (Photo by Art Smith)
Obituary: Shreve, James Howard
James Howard Shreve, 75, of Parkersburg, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 16, 2024, at the Nursing Home in Willows Center Nursing Home. He was born on July 1, 1949, in Parkersburg, WV a son of the late James and Beatrice (Chesshire) Shreve. James...
Traffic stop on Ohio 7 leads to drug arrests and seizure of cash and narcotics
MONROE COUNTY, Ohio — A traffic stop led to two drug arrests along Ohio 7 in Sardis on Thursday. During the stop, methamphetamines, heroin, unknown liquid, unknown pills, smoking devices, plastic baggies, scales and a large amount of cash was seized. Arrested were 32-year-old Robert Dorsey III of Littleton,...
Obituary: Marshall, Sue Elaine Eddy
Sue Elaine Eddy Marshall of Vienna was born in Parkersburg, West Virginia, on January 27, 1945. Sue was the only daughter of the late Hattie Mae Shingleton Eddy and the late Clifford Wayne Eddy of St. Marys. She grew up in St. Marys, where she spent all her days as a juvenile. She was preceded in death by her parents and older brother, John Wayne Eddy. She married Robert “Bob” Marshall in May 1967, whom she met as a student while attending Glenville State University. These two college “love birds” were blessed to spend 57 wonderful years together.
Peggy Jo Ryan Cox
Peggy Jo Ryan Cox, 75, of Barlow, joined her beloved husband Larry in Heaven on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at Waterview Pointe. She was born on March 24, 1949, in Marietta to Thomas and Carol (Bond) Ryan. She was a 1967 graduate of Warren High School and also attended classes at Ohio Dominican College, Marshall University, Parkersburg Community College, and various medical training classes. She was employed at St. Joseph’s Hospital and for Dr. Michael Santer, Sr. for several years along with other places of employment. She was a long time member of the Barlow Presbyterian Church.
Make-a-Wish needs more volunteers
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - Make-a-Wish is known for making children’s dreams come true. However, they need the help of volunteers to make that happen. The duties of a Make-a-Wish volunteer generally include meeting the families, throwing a wish party, and helping families with the paperwork included. Regional Manager Vanessa...
Obituary: Ross, Charlotte Earlenne (Leary)
Charlotte Earlenne (Leary) Ross died July 15, 2024, at her residence. She was born October 18, 1934, daughter of the late Charles J. and Mary Louise Leary. She graduated from Parkersburg High School in 1952, Western College for Women, Oxford, OH, and Miami Valley Hospital School of Medical Technology, Dayton, Ohio, in 1956. She worked as a Medical Technologist in laboratories in Dayton, OH, Clarksburg, WV, and Parkersburg, WV.
Inaugural WVU Medicine Children’s at Discovery World event coming to Parkersburg
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. — WVU Medicine Children’s and WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center are planning a full day of free fun for all ages to enjoy at Discovery World on Market. The inaugural WVU Medicine Children’s at Discovery World will kick off from noon to 5 p.m. on...
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