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West Virginia ranked second best place to retire to in the country
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — The Mountain State has beaten out 48 other states to claim the second place ranking in Bankrate’s Best Places to Retire list. Beating out Georgia, South Carolina, and Missouri in the top five, the only state to beat out West Virginia was Delaware. Bankrate reports the Mountain State had the top […]
Charleston Ballet to host master class in Parkersburg
PARKERSBURG — Charleston Ballet will offer a one-day master class at American Academy Ballet Parkersburg Studio, 601 Market St. Artistic Director Kim R. Pauley will provide instruction focusing on the technique and artistry of classical ballet for ballet enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels. Scheduled for Saturday, Aug....
PUB approves payment for wastewater plant project
PARKERSBURG — The Parkersburg Utility Board on Tuesday approved one of the final payments on a $3.8 million wastewater treatment plant improvement project started in late 2022. During the board’s regular meeting, the pay estimate was approved on a 3-0 vote, with one member absent and one seat vacant,...
Twin State League hosts Media Day
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - The Twin State League held the Head Football Coaches Media Day at Western Sizzlin with coaches from Fort Frye, Marietta, Warren, and Point Pleasant in attendance. Head coaches Eric Huck, Jason Schob, Jimmy Peyton, and David Darst were all on hand to talk about their teams...
Spartans drum and bugle corp practice at Ravenswood High School
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - On Tuesday afternoon, the Spartans Drum and Bugle Corp from New Hampshire practiced on the new Ravenswood football field. The Drum and Bugle Corp are a collection of 165 members from across the globe that come together for seven weeks in hopes of winning first place in Indiana.
Church offering free reading program
PARKERSBURG — Reading Camp, a free program for elementary school students who are reluctant or struggling readers, will be held from 8:30 a.m-4 p.m. Monday through Friday at Good Shepherd Church, 903 Charles St. In the morning, children will rotate through learning centers in small groups as they refresh...
Paden City High School will reopen as though it never closed
WETZEL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – Judge Charles Richard Wilson has issued his ruling, and Paden City High School will reopen for the 2024-2025 school year. After weighing the evidence presented, Judge Wilson stated that the school is the be “reopened immediately and kept open as if it never closed.” Teachers, staff and faculty are to […]
Nathan Adrian to continue basketball career with new team in new country
Morgantown native and former West Virginia University men’s basketball forward Nathan Adrian has signed with a new team as he continues his professional basketball career overseas. After playing in Italy the past three years, Adrian is joining the Kobe Storks of the JBL2 league. JBL2 is the second-highest professional...
Moundsville City Building project remains wrapped up in red tape
Construction on the Moundsville City Building has been at a standstill for several months. But that doesn’t mean things aren’t getting done. In March, the contractors for the project -- PCS & Build LLC -- filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy and halted all construction on the building. Since...
Mom charged with hiding kids from DHHR, CPS
The Circuit Court of Monongalia County granted custody of five children under the care of Megan Grimm, 34, to the Monongalia County Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) due to "there being imminent danger to the physical wellbeing of the children"
M&A: WesBanco and Premier Financial Corp will merge to form $27B company
M&A activity continues to be at a high point for dealers and lenders, with several mergers announced in July. WesBanco-Premier Financial Corp. Wheeling, W.Va.-based lender WesBanco plans to merge with Defiance, Ohio-based Premier Financial, according to a July 26 WesBanco release. The combined company will have about $27 billion in...
Cleveland Cliffs to reopen idled Weirton tin mill facility
WEIRTON, W.Va. — Cleveland Cliffs will transform its idled tin mill production facility in Weirton, West Virginia, into an electrical transformer production plant. The announcement came July 22, roughly three months after the company closed the last steel production plant in Weirton and laid off 900 people in a community that has produced steel continuously for 114 years.
Warwood Farmers Market Celebrates Opportunities, Affordable Fresh Produce, and Community Spirit
Hosted at Garden Park in Warwood, The Warwood Farmers Market brings together farmers, artisans, volunteer organizations, and residents, creating a bustling hub of activity every Tuesday from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Afterward, there is a City of Wheeling Toe Tappin’ Tuesday concert every week.
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