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Columbiana 'Witch Walk on Main' prompts mixed reaction from community
It won't be long until the leaves begin to change, and an autumn chill will settle in Columbiana. This time of year means the city's Chamber of Commerce is making their final preparations for the second annual Witch Walk on Main. The event is meant to be a celebration of...
'If there is breath there is hope'; Local organization hosts recovery walk
Breath of Life in Ripley hosted its first recovery walk. Organizers wanted to celebrate the lives of those who were able to recover from substance abuse, while honoring the lives of those who could not.
Woman charged with assault after threatening neighbors while in roadway
PUTNAM COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A woman standing in the road, shouting angrily at neighbors, threatening to harm them, was arrested. The Putnam County 911 dispatch received a concerning call regarding a disturbance in the neighborhood of Chestnut Street in the town of Eleanor, West Virginia. According to the report, a woman residing at that […]
Pittsburgh and Eastern Ohio Brace for Dangerous Heatwave with Temperatures Nearing 100°F
Pittsburgh, PA — The National Weather Service has issued heat advisories for Pittsburgh, Western Pennsylvania, and Eastern Ohio as a dangerous heatwave is expected to hit the region through Wednesday. Temperatures may approach or exceed 100°F, putting many at risk of heat-related illnesses. According to the US National...
Show & Picnic Benefit for Jeff Horner
MINERAL WELLS, W.Va. (WTAP) - In Mineral Wells on August 24th, a car show took place with food and other activities as a way to help raise money for Jeff Horner. Jeff Horner was diagnosed with small cell lung cancer in December 2023 and this benefit is a way to help him out with medical expenses and other needs.
Relay for Life hosts Food Truck and Vendor Festival
WILLIAMSTOWN , W.Va. (WTAP) - At Tomlinson-park, many food and craft vendors came out for the festival as Relay for Life of Williamstown raises money for the American Cancer Society. Live entertainment and kids bouncy houses were also some of the attractions at the park. Gayle McCormick, the media organizer...
UPDATE: Grand Central Ave. re-open following crash
VIENNA, W.Va. (WTAP) - A mini-van went to cross from Applebee’s to Wal-Mart when a BMW failed to stop at a red light and t-boned the mini-van, according to Vienna Police Chief Carl Powell. Each vehicle had two occupants and one occupant in the mini-van was entrapped according to...
Tactical training held for local law enforcement
RIPLEY, W.Va. (WTAP) - SBG Tactical WV LLC held a course in Ripley to allow patrol and detective-level officers training on high-risk entry operations. The course covered operational planning, breaching methods, tactical medicine, and more. The owner of SBG Tactical WV LLC, Scott Lowther, shares why he holds courses like...
Nelsonville-York begins redemption run with statement win over Trimble
NELSONVILLE — This season is about one thing for Nelsonville-York. Redeeming the mistakes of the year prior and getting back to the top of the mountain after an off-year. Through one stage, the Buckeyes are back on track. Hosting in their yearly rivalry matchup to start the season, Nelsonville-York (1-0) fell down early but quickly bounced back to dominate Trimble en route to a 21-14 win over the Tomcats (0-1) at Dave Boston Field on Friday night. ...
Marshall reveals basketball schedules for both men and women's 2024/2025 season
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — Marshall University athletics released the men's and women’s basketball schedules for the 24-25 season, the department announced. Both teams will be competing under new leadership with the upcoming season being the first under head coachesCornelius Jackson for the men and Juli Fulks for the women.
Buckeyes top Tomcats in 17th annual Battle Over the Hill
NELSONVILLE, Ohio (WOUB) – The stage was set at Boston Field for a high-stakes season opener: the Nelsonville-York Buckeyes vs. the Trimble Tomcats. This is the 17th meeting between the two teams, both with eight wins each. Tonight would give one a leg up on the rivalry. It’s a tradition they start their seasons against each other.
A dispute over a Nelsonville ballot initiative raises questions about how citizens can change their government
Nelsonville, Ohio (WOUB) — The dispute over a proposed ballot initiative that would abolish the Nelsonville city charter raises questions about how Ohioans can exercise their constitutional right to choose their own government. The case is now before a state appeals court after two residents accused the Nelsonville City...
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