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Design for new Lubeck Elementary nearing completion, other bond projects underway
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - Plans for the new Lubeck Elementary School are inching closer to completion, according to Wood County Schools Assistant Superintendent of Operations Kaleb Lawrence. The architecture firms hired to design the school, Pickering Associates and McKinley Associates, released a 3D render of the new school this month.
Jeff Sandy was the recipient of the Legion of Honor Bronze Medallion
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - Earlier this month, former Wood County Sheriff and Secretary of Homeland Security Jeff Sandy was awarded the Legion of Honor Bronze Medallion. The medallion was given by the Chapel of Four Chaplains, a national organization founded in honor of four extraordinary men and their acts of supreme sacrifice during World War II.
Jalapenos, green peppers, green beans sold at Aldi recalled for potential listeria contamination
(Gray News) - Multiple vegetables sold at Aldi are being recalled. According to the FDA, jalapenos, green peppers and green bean products sold by Wiers Farm, Inc. and R.S. Hanline Co. Inc. may be potentially contaminated with listeria. The vegetables were sold at some Aldi stores in Kentucky, New York,...
WV Citizen Action Group to Hold Virtual Press Conference to Celebrate Medicare and Medicaid’s 59th Anniversary
CHARLESTON W.Va. (WVDN) – Tuesday, July 30 at 10 a.m. WV Citizen Action Group will host a virtual press conference via Zoom to celebrate the 59th Anniversary of Medicare and Medicaid. According to CMS.gov, “On July 30, 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed into law legislation that established the Medicare and Medicaid programs. For 59 […] The post WV Citizen Action Group to Hold Virtual Press Conference to Celebrate Medicare and Medicaid’s 59th Anniversary appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Scattered rain and storms linger throughout the week
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - Over the course of Monday morning, rain began to spread from the southwest of our area to the northeast-- and thus begins a week of active weather, one West Virginia desperately needs. While we won’t see much rain overnight tonight, heavier showers are expected to return Tuesday morning. Throughout the day Tuesday, the chance for scattered showers and storms will persist, and while the rain is welcome, heavy downpours in any poor drainage area could mean minor high water issues. Overnight, rain will taper off again, and for the remainder of the week, activity should be just diurnal, meaning in the afternoon and early evening hours rather than mornings and overnights. While there will be periods of no rain, and perhaps even sunshine, any showers that pop up are likely to be heavy.
Attorney General Morrisey’s Mobile Office Sets August Stops for Central and Southeastern West Virginia
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — Attorney General Patrick Morrisey announced a representative from his office will meet with central and southeastern West Virginia residents in August to discuss consumer-related issues and answer any potential questions. “These public events are a great way for consumers to talk one-on-one with our consumer representatives,” Attorney General Morrisey said. “Residents […] The post Attorney General Morrisey’s Mobile Office Sets August Stops for Central and Southeastern West Virginia appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Shell Shocked!: Lost tortoise reunited with grateful owner
PARKERSBURG — A tortoise that eluded its owner at Civitan Park in Belpre wandered nearly a week until passersby recognized the traipsing Testudinidae from a social media blitz. Sammy the South American red-footed tortoise got away from Ray Swick on June 19 at the park where the retired historian...
Picture This: Grate, I Think I’ve Fallen for You
MARIETTA — A fallen leaf lays on a storm grate at end of Sacra Via in Marietta recently. A lack of rain has caused leaves on many trees to begin falling earlier in the year than normal. 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)
Flotsam River Circus to perform in Marietta
MARIETTA — Flotsam River Circus is a troupe of musicians, puppeteers, and circus artists who travel on a ramshackle raft, giving free performances in riverfront towns along the way. They are bringing their whimsical craft to Marietta on Aug. 24. The family-friendly show takes place at the Marietta Levee in Riverfront Park at 6 p.m. and lasts a little over an hour. They will be mooring along the river just below the Lafayette Hotel. Audience members are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs and...
WVU Basketball Offers 2025 Forward
WVU basketball staff offered 2025 three-star forward Ian Inman over the weekend. Inman, 6-foot-5, currently plays at The Woodlands College Park High School in Texas. “After a great conversation with head coach [Darian] DeVries, I am extremely blessed to receive an offer to West Virginia University,” Inman wrote on social media.
Former Mountaineer Helped Nigeria Achieve Historic Win at Olympics
A former Mountaineer helped her country achieve an historic upset win in the Olympics so far. Blessing Ejiofor and Nigeria shocked Australia 73-62 early Monday morning. The win was Nigeria’s first victory on the Olympic stage in 20 years. in the country’s first. Ejiofor scored two points on...
Bradley Riffee, Executive Director of United Way of Harrison and Doddridge Counties, to Resign in August
A familiar face in the Bridgeport, Harrison County, and Doddridge County communities is stepping away from a position where he has done good for the past four years. Bradley Riffee, the executive director of the United Way of Harrison and Doddridge Counties posted on social media that he is stepping down from the position next month. His last day with the agency is August 19.