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Dexter City Council Renames Mill Creek Trail to Honor Paul and Pat Cousins
At its July 8, 2024, meeting, Dexter City Council unanimously voted to rename the Mill Creek Trail to commemorate Paul and Pat Cousins as recommended by the Parks and Recreation Commission. Pat and Paul were deeply involved in the Dexter community. Paul is known for being a teacher, restaurant owner,...
Beverly, Waterford come together for annual Homecoming
BEVERLY — The Beverly and Waterford Homecoming festivities were in full swing Friday evening and will conclude Saturday. The homecoming festivities started in Dodge Park after the parade Thursday evening. The parade started at 6:30 p.m. and went from Waterford High School and ended in Dodge Park. The parade...
Teen of the Week: Parkersburg South’s Noah Dulaney always seeking out new challenges
PARKERSBURG — Noah Dulaney is always looking to challenge himself. Whether it is trying new sports, marching band or looking to a possible future in medicine, the 17-year-old incoming Parkersburg South High School senior is looking for ways to step outside his comfort zone to gain a variety of experiences.
Turner Hill proving hard work pays off in move to Double-A
MARIETTA, Ohio (WTAP) - Turner Hill was playing for the Washington Wild Things in Pennsylvania during the Spring of 2023, when the San Francisco Giants purchased his contract in May. Since then, Turner has stuck around and worked hard to elevate to the Giants Double-A affiliate. The former Marietta Tiger and Marietta College Pioneer described what the last year has been like for him.
All Dahl’d Up: Actors Guild of Parkersburg showing youthful side with Matilda the Musical
PARKERSBURG — The Actors Guild of Parkersburg will be opening its next production, Matilda the Musical, based on the beloved book by Roald Dahl, on July 26. Matilda the Musical opens July 26 and runs through Aug. 11 with all shows at 8 p.m. with the exception of Sunday performances at 2:30 p.m.
Beverly-Lowell triumphs, Marietta falls short in district tournament action
BEVERLY, Ohio (WTAP) - With potentially one day left of action on the diamond, it was an eventful slate at Fort Frye High School in the District 8 American Legion Baseball Tournament. The day began with St. Clairsville Post 159 picking up a wild 4-3 victory over Marietta Post 64...
Azinger: Lawmaker leaves a legacy of service
When a person is dedicated to public service, they will look for any opportunity to make a difference. In Tom Azinger’s case, that will to serve stretched across decades. Sadly, it came to an end last Saturday, when he died at the age of 89. From 1994 to 2014...
Meat and Greet: Wood County 4-H, FFA members ready for annual Jr. Livestock sale
MINERAL WELLS — A lot of care and attention are needed to raise livestock so they can bring the best price at sale as area 4-H members prepared for Saturday’s Jr. Livestock sale at the final day of the Wood County 4-H and FFA Summer Showcase in Mineral Wells.
22-year-old Woman Shot Dead at Her Home in West Virginia; Suspect Arrested after Devastated Family Member Reported Incident to Police
Wood County, WV- A man who is suspected of shooting a woman in Wood County the previous Saturday has been taken into custody in Harrison County. A woman was discovered dead from what seemed to be a gunshot wound at an apartment on 19th Street in Vienna, which is located in the Parkersburg neighborhood, according to a press statement issued by the Vienna Police Department.
CHARLOTTE CLINE
Charlotte J. Cline, 80, of Sardis, Ohio (Antioch Community) passed away Saturday, July 20 at the Arbors of Woodsfield, Ohio. She was born at Canton, Ohio on May 5, 1944 a daughter of the late Roy and Daisy Nalley. Charlotte was a homemaker; she loved her dog, Rocky; loved purses,...
Waters Fanta Insurance Agency recognition leads to donation
PARKERSBURG — Westbrook Health Services has received a donation of $5,500 from Waters Fanta Insurance Agency, which has been recognized by Westfield Insurance as a top-performing independent insurance agency for the seventh consecutive year,. The funds will go toward critical needs for Westbrook clients. Waters Fanta is the only...
Thank you to the community
On Sunday, June 23, the city of Marietta had the honor of serving as an overnight stop for The Great Race. This was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and we couldn’t be prouder of how it turned out and the level of support our community showed. For those who may not...
The People’s Car: Matheny Motors adds Volkswagen brand
PARKERSBURG — Matheny Motors has added Volkswagen to its brand portfolio. The showroom at 112 Third St. in downtown Parkersburg will operate under the name Matheny Volkswagen of Parkersburg. “We are excited to bring the best of Volkswagen to the Mid-Ohio Valley,” Matheny Motors General Manager Mick Ward said...
St.C Post 159 Advances To Region 8 Championship
BEVERLY, OHIO (WTRF) – St.Clairsville Post 159 advanced to the American Legion Ohio Region 8 Championship Friday. Post 159 rallied to beat Marietta Post 64 , 4-3. Trailing 3-1 in the bottom of the sixth Peyton Blue tied the game with a two-run double. In the seventh with the game still tied at 3 and […]
Toast of the Town: Wine Down on Market savors taste of recognition
PARKERSBURG — Wine Down on Market has been honored for its wine program in Wine Spectator’s 2024 Restaurant Awards, which celebrate the world’s best restaurants for wine. “We are truly honored to be one of only seven award-winning restaurants in the state of West Virginia and the...
WVU-P’s Riverhawk Farm holds Farm to School Agrication Program
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - This summer, WVUP’s Riverhawk Farm is filled with high school students learning about different parts of a farm during their Farm to School Agrication Program. The farm’s Agriculture Outreach Specialist, Hannah Morgan, explained how the program works and how different organizations like the Department of...
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