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Countdown to Camp: West Virginia
MORGANTOWN, WV (FOX 44) — The country roads take Baylor to a place where they haven’t belonged in recent memory, Morgantown. The Bears are still searching for their first win at West Virginia in six tries on the road when they head East in week 10 of our ‘Countdown to Camp’. Sports Anchor Parker Rehm […]
Princeton Health Care Center announces passing of beloved staff member
PRINCETON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Princeton Health Care Center shared the news last week of a beloved staff member’s passing. 25-year-old Sarah Smith was a resident of the Princeton area and was a loving mother to her 6-year-old daughter. Her compassionate demeanor and charismatic nature were among the Mercer County resident’s most notable qualities according to […]
UVA Health study to help rural cancer survivors post-treatment
CHRISTIANSBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - The University of Virginia Health System is striving to give cancer survivors a better quality of life after cancer treatments. Health experts are seeking participants for their new research study called weSurvive. Cancer is a deadly disease that takes form in various places of the human...
Belpre Civitan Park preparing for fishing derby
BELPRE, OH (WTAP) -Every year since the pond was operational, The city of Belpre closes off fishing at the pond in preparation for its fishing derby, which is set to take place this Saturday. The mayor of Belpre, Susan Abdella, said this helps the fish rest and to let the...
Showers and storms possible this morning.
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - A complex of thunderstorms will be moving across southern Ohio and into West Virginia this morning. Thunderstorms will be more likely around Jackson County and towards the south for the morning commute, but rain chances will still be around towards the north. Our potential for showers and storms today will wane through the morning, but a few showers will still be possible around noon. When we enter the afternoon and evening, we will be looking at drier weather with a decrease in cloud cover. Expect the evening commute to be overall quiet across the Mid-Ohio Valley. However, it is still going to be quite humid.
The Republican National Convention on Inside West Virginia Politics
On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we discuss the delegates backing Kamala Harris, talk about the Republican National Convention, explore the goals of the Constitution Party and talk about the Reagan presidency.
Ohio deputies currently looking for a suspect after a traffic stop attempt Tuesday morning
Deputies in Ohio say they are looking for a suspect after they attempted to stop a vehicle. The Noble County Sheriff's Office said they attempted to stop a vehicle in Belle Valley earlier Tuesday morning.
Wawa Enters 14th State With a New Store Coming to West Virginia
A truck promotes Wawa's pending arrival at a groundbreaking outside Lexington, Kentucky, in June 2024. A West Virginia Wawa is on its way to becoming a reality, as the Delaware County convenience store chain opens its first store there, writes Jim Walsh for the Courier-Post. This will be Wawa’s 14th...
Wawa Enters 14th State With a New Store Coming to West Virginia
A truck promotes Wawa's pending arrival at a groundbreaking outside Lexington, Kentucky, in June 2024. A West Virginia Wawa is on its way to becoming a reality, as the Delaware County convenience store chain opens its first store there, writes Jim Walsh for the Courier-Post. This will be Wawa’s 14th...
WVU Medicine recognizes WV Donor Day to highlight importance of organ donation
MORGANTOWN, W.Va (WDTV) - The WVU Medicine Transplant Alliance is joining Donate Life West Virginia for the 2024 West Virginia Donor Day. The event is held annually on August 1st, or 8/1, which symbolizes that one organ donor has the potential to save eight lives and heal up to 75 others.
West Virginia Braces for Strong Thunderstorms and Potential Hail Through Saturday
Charleston, WV – Residents of West Virginia should prepare for an active weather pattern this week, with chances of showers and thunderstorms expected to continue through Saturday. Localized flash flooding is a possibility as rainfall could be intense at times. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Charleston issued a forecast indicating a significant chance of strong thunderstorms on Wednesday and Thursday, which could produce damaging winds and possibly large hail.
Wood County Board of Education appoints three new principals
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - The Wood County Board of Education has decided on three new principals for the upcoming school year. Jeff Hardman has been chosen for Emerson Elementary, Jason Potts has been chosen for Parkersburg High School, and Karla Carpenter will be the Assistant Principal for Franklin Elementary Curriculum and Instruction.
New principals top agenda for Wood County BOE meeting
PARKERSBURG — The Wood County Board of Education will meet in special session tonight to vote on the appointment of new principals for Emerson Elementary and Parkersburg High School. The board voted earlier this month to accept the settlement agreements with former Emerson Elementary Principal Tabatha Efaw and Parkersburg...
Body Camera Footage Exposes Fatal Encounter with West Virginia State Police: $1M Settlement
The attorney representing the estate of Edmond Exline, who died in West Virginia State Police custody in February 2023, has released body camera footage of the incident. John-Mark Atkinson of Atkinson and Frampton, with the consent of Exline’s son, made the decision to release the videos to raise awareness about the need for improved training in handling individuals with mental health issues.
Parkersburg Area Community Foundation accepting applications for fall grant cycle
PARKERSBURG — The Parkersburg Area Community Foundation and its Regional Affiliates of Doddridge County, Ritchie County and the Little Kanawha Area are accepting applications for the fall cycle of the Community Action Grants Program. The application process is online, with the deadline for submission at midnight Sept. 23. Organizations...