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Parkersburg City Crews working to fix sinkhole on 31st Street
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - Parkersburg City Crews were dispatched Tuesday morning after being notified of a potential sink hole near 31st street. The road has been blocked off, according to the City of Parkersburg Facebook page. The Facebook post also said they are waiting on utilities to be marked before...
Wood County real estate transfers
PARKERSBURG — The following property transfers were processed in Wood County between April 29 through May 3:. * Steven and Carol Roddy to Roddy Living Trust, all interest part tract Lots 37 and 38 Oak Park Addition with exhibit, Parkersburg City District, quit claim deed. * Linda Ingham to...
Area Man who was Business Owner, BOE Member, Oil and Gas Leader and More, Warren Haught, Passes
Warren Robert Haught, 89, of Smithville, WV, departed this life on Thursday, June 27, 2024, at WVU Medicine Camden Clark in Parkersburg, WV. Warren was born November 13, 1934 in Beatrice, WV, a son of the late Glenn L. and Bernice (Robison) Haught. Warren devoted his life to an industry that he loved. As a boy, he began working in the oil and gas industry of Ritchie County, WV which led to the foundation of the Glenn L. Haught & Sons Oil and Gas Company. From that foundation, numerous entities have been established over the years. Through Warren’s.
Arrest made in Lincoln County death case
HARTS, W.Va. — State police troopers have made an arrest in connection with a Lincoln County death case. Tony Williamson, 35, was arrested in Parkersburg early Monday morning. He’s charged in the death of Marissa Brandjes, 34. Brandjes’ body was found in a wooded area off of Taunton...
Back Home Festival in New Martinsville concludes with diverse music and a touch of Oz
The Back Home Festival in New Martinsville wrapped up its final day on Sunday with a series of artists. The 3-day musical event featured artists from all over the United States, with genres like reggae to rock, including Bob Marley's old band, The Wailers, Sierra Hull, and Janis Joplin's original band, Big Brother and the Holding Company.
Wood County BOE meets to elect officers, make appointments
PARKERSBURG — The Wood County Board of Education held a statutory meeting Monday night where elections were held for president, vice president, and members were appointed to the various boards and committees. Board members Ron Tice and Judy Johnson were also sworn in after winning in the May election.
Suspect arrested in connection with body found in Lincoln County, troopers say
WOOD COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — A suspect has been arrested in connection with a body that was found in Lincoln County, troopers said. Tony Williamson, 35, was taken into custody in the Parkersburg area early Monday morning, according to West Virginia State Police. Troopers said Williamson is charged with...
Blennerhassett Island examining lives of famed couple’s children
PARKERSBURG — People will be able to learn about what children did on Blennerhassett Island back in the early 1800s. On Saturday, there will be a special Mansion tour and program about “Children of the Blennerhassett Mansion” which starts at 1 p.m. People will be able to...
Heat Advisory in place for Wednesday afternoon
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - It has been a dry and comfortable start for the week of the 4th of July. It did heat up Tuesday afternoon, but the low humidity didn’t cause any additional problems. Now, as we draw closer to the 4th of July, the humidity will be returning to the Mid-Ohio Valley.
Woman's body found in West Virginia, suspect facing first-degree murder charge
WOOD COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — A suspect was arrested in connection with a body that was found in West Virginia, according to state police. Tony Williamson, 35, was taken into custody in the Parkersburg area early Monday morning, troopers said. Williamson, said troopers, was charged with first-degree murder after...
Parkersburg closing offices for holiday
PARKERSBURG — The City of Parkersburg will observe Independence Day Thursday. The Municipal Building will close at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday and reopen for normal business at 8 a.m. Friday. Sanitation service will run one day behind.
Terri Sue (Farnsworth) Dugan
Terri Sue (Farnsworth) Dugan, 73, of Parkersburg, WV, passed Wednesday, June 5, 2024. Born Feb. 19, 1951. Parents were Walter A. Farnsworth & Grace B. Matheny Farnsworth of Davisville, WV. She loved her surviving 3 children & their spouses: Michele Coleman (Matt), Robbie Blake (Missy), & Sondra Burrows (Robert); 6 grandchildren: Mishayla, Traey, & Josiah Dowler & Keyla, Jakeysha, & Robert (II) Burrows, 5 great grandchildren, & 2 nephews: David Farnsworth (Angie) & Matthew Farnsworth. Preceded in death by her parents, older brother, Michael A Farnsworth, & a preterm baby. A memorial service tba later.
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