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Win 6 months of free rent in the Ohio Valley Mall by entering the Small Shop Showdown
St. Clairsville, OHIO (WTRF) – The Ohio Valley Mall and the St. Clairsville Chamber of Commerce today jointly revealed a game-changing opportunity for any prospective business owner. The Small Shop Showdown is a chance to win a shop in the mall, rent-free for six months. It can be a start-up venture or a current business […]
Alex Quinn Memorial Kickball Tournament kicks off August 10th
Shadyside, OHIO (WTRF) – The game of kickball has been a favorite for area school-kids for generations. Now you have the chance to relive some of those childhood memories as one local community honors one of their most accomplished athletes. The 2nd Annual Alex Quinn Memorial Kickball Tournament will take place on August 10th at […]
PHOTO GALLERY: 101st Women’s Ohio State Amateur RD3
Photo gallery from round three of the 101ST Women’s Ohio State Amateur Championship at Belmont Hills Country Club in St. Clairsville, Ohio, on Wednesday, July 24. INSTRUCTIONS: Click any thumbnail to launch the photo viewer. Hover your cursor over a photo in the viewer to display arrows to move between photos. Click (x) to exit the current batch after viewing. Then, use the navigation below the thumbnails to see additional photos in this gallery.
Wheeling Baseball Takes Third Straight ABCA Team Academic Honor in 2024
Wheeling, W. Va. - Academic Award season rolls on for the Wheeling University Athletic Department as athletes and teams continue to earn recognition for their work in the classroom. On Wednesday, the American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA) was next, releasing their Team Academic Excellence Award Winners. For the third straight season, the Wheeling University Baseball team was on the list after putting together a cumulative GPA of 3.475.
Fire officials warn that drought conditions increase the risk of fires
Wheeling, W.Va. (WTRF) – The Ohio Valley’s drought conditions bring a higher risk for fires, according to local fire officials. They said fires can spread more easily, and they are a lot more difficult to control. The Wheeling Fire Department said even though there is no ban on open burning, residents should use extra caution […]
Local leaders discuss student career development, aim to boost retention in Wheeling
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. — Local leaders met at Wheeling Park High School on Wednesday to discuss career development in students. West Liberty University, Bethany College, Wheeling University, West Virginia Northern Community College, and Ohio University Eastern were just some institutions in attendance. Meetings such as these help connect Wheeling-area...
Teen admitted for free and local therapy in Wheeling after scooter accident
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — Seneca Rehabilitation Hospital may be known for its care of older adults. But one of its most recent admissions hasn’t even reached her 18th birthday, because its nurses knew she needed that local and loving touch. After a traumatic electric scooter accident, Wheeling Park student Kimberly O’Dell was taken to WVU […]
OPA! The 23rd annual Grecian Festival is officially underway in Center Wheeling
Wheeling, W.Va. (WTRF) – OPA! It’s the Greek word for excitement or Cheers and you will hear quite often over the next four days in the Center Wheeling Area. That’s because the 23rd Annual Grecian Festival is officially underway. The event is put on each year by the parishioners of St. John the Divine, Greek […]
Rally House Opens New Location in Chillicothe, Expanding Retail Footprint
Chillicothe, OH – Rally House, a prominent retailer specializing in sports merchandise and officially licensed apparel, has unveiled its newest storefront today in Chillicothe, Ohio. Located at Guernsey Crossing adjacent to Petco, Rally House Chillicothe marks the company’s 33rd establishment in Ohio and its first in the Chillicothe area.
Shawnee State University acquires land that includes Spartan Stadium, Branch Rickey Field
PORTSMOUTH, Ohio (WCHS) — There's a new addition to Shawnee State University, courtesy of the city of Portsmouth. A move from city officials provided the school 23 acres of land that includes Spartan Stadium and Branch Rickey Field. The gift is seen as beneficial for both groups. "Shawnee approached...
DOE announces progress on Piketon Atomic Plant demolition amid local concerns
PIKETON, Ohio — The United States Department of Energy (DOE) announced earlier this month that plans are on track to begin the demolition of the X-333 Process Building at the site of the former Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Plant. In a press release on July 9, 2024, the DOE confirmed...
Brooke County reverting to old names for four primary and intermediate schools
BROOKE COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — Starting next year, you’ll be seeing new names outside four Brooke County schools…but they may be the names you’re already using. Superintendent Dr. Jeffrey Crook says this month the school board approved the change for its elementary schools. Brooke Primary North will become Hooverson Heights Primary, Brooke Intermediate North will […]
Trinity School of Nursing Holds Class of 2024 Commencement
Students were recognized for academic and clinical excellence. The Trinity Health System School of Nursing held commencement exercises for the Class of 2024 on July 12, 2024. Rhonda Hatfield DBA, BSN, RN, CCRN, Interim Chief Nursing Officer for Trinity Health System, offered the commencement address. Several graduates were recognized for...
R&B queens, indie rockers, emo karaoke and all the 'Shore Things' this weekend
Fans of live concerts have a lot to look forward to down the shore this weekend, with SWV, Xscape and Two Door Cinema Club all coming to the area this weekend — plus emo karaoke at Asbury Lanes with a live band.
A Small Ohio Town Suddenly Became the #2 Worst Place to Live in the Entire State
Ohio is a state known for its rich history, diverse culture, and vibrant communities. However, recent studies have highlighted a troubling trend: certain towns are becoming increasingly difficult places to live. Among these, one small town has recently gained notoriety by being ranked as the second worst place to live in Ohio. This blog post explores the factors contributing to this designation, the implications for residents, and what can be done to improve the situation.
Ohio FOP declines to endorse Brown or Moreno in nationally watched Senate race
COLUMBUS, Ohio — By a four vote margin, Ohio Sen. Sherrod Brown, a Democrat, failed to get the endorsement of the state's Fraternal Order of Police during the organization's annual conference this week in Columbus. "That's how close it was," said FOP spokesman Mike Weinman, who noted Brown had...
What is a Yondr pouch, and why are schools using them?
TOLEDO, Ohio — With social media usage among children increasing, so too are the numbers of distractions caused by cell phones – especially in the classroom. To combat this, some school districts nationwide are turning to devices such as locking cell phone pouches that aim to curb distractions posed by students having open access to their phones in schools. One such device is made by San Francisco-based Yondr.
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