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23rd Annual Ride for Life Begins in Clarksburg Aug. 17
The 23rd Annual Ride for Life is coming up Saturday, Aug. 17 with all proceeds benefiting The American Cancer Society. Registration at Texas Roadhouse on Emily Drive, Clarksburg, WV will take place from 10 a.m. to noon. Breakfast, courtesy of Texas Roadhouse, will be available. Tickets for a 50/50 drawing and raffles will be sold.
Anmoore, Philippi to receive millions for sewer & water projects
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - Two towns in North Central West Virginia will receive at least $1 million to upgrade their sewer and water systems. The West Virginia Infrastructure and Jobs Development Council announced $21.4 million in funding for projects statewide Monday, and Anmoore and Philippi are included. The WV IJDC...
Fairmont State Looking to Alumni, North Central West Virginia Residents to Shape Future; Survey Launched
Just over a year ago, Fairmont State welcomed their new President, Dr. Mike Davis. Early in his presidency, Davis initiated a highly participatory strategic planning process to guide the university’s future. His intent was to ensure that every alumnus and community member could contribute to this effort and offer their ideas about how to make Fairmont State a “Great Place to Learn, to Work, and to Call Home.”
Guest Speaker discusses how to better understand the needs of students
New Martinsville, W.Va (WTRF) – Wetzel County schools welcomed a guest speaker today to talk to the teachers about how they can better understand students and their needs, especially those that may be experiencing poverty or other situations. Over her career, Dr. Ruby K. Payne, Ph.D., has held many different positions including high school […]
2027 camps well, gets invite to elite WVU event
For the final one day camp of the summer, Fort Washington (MD) National Christian Academy athlete Aidan Durham put on a strong impression for the coaches, despite being just a 2027 recruit. "I could have done better," he said. "But it's not always how you start. It's how you finish."
Bears Overcome Early Thunder Lead for 5-2 Win
GRANVILLE, W.Va. – The West Virginia Black Bears snagged the opening game with a 5-2 victory over the league-leading Trenton Thunder on Monday night at Kendrick Family Ballpark. West Virginia overcame an early two-run deficit with a three-run sixth inning and two insurance runs in the seventh to snap a three-game losing streak.
Learn about new Research Administration system
The Research Office is offering sessions for the community to learn about features of the new system that will replace WVU+kc, the WVU Research Administration Portal. The sessions are in preparation for the Jan. 13 launch of Grants, Agreements, Conflict of Interest and WVCTSI Clinical Trial Center of Excellence. Sessions...
Parkersburg South High School class of 1974 donates to South food pantry
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) -At the beginning of August, Parkersburg South High School class of 1974 held their 50th reunion. At the reunion, the classmates held a silent auction to raise money for the Parkersburg South food pantry. Paintings, purses, jewelry and some Parkersburg South memorabilia were auctioned off to raise...
West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals rules Paden City High School will remain open during Appeal
The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals has ruled that Paden City High School can remain open while Superintendent Cassandra Porter appeals a judge's decision on Monday.
Oil refinery in West Virginia says there were no injuries after an equipment malfunction; Says social media posts from media posts from unofficial sources may be inaccurate
Officials at Ergon-West Virginia Inc said that there was an equipment malfunction at the refinery in Newell, WV.
Local 2-year-old battling heart condition getting help from OV
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — After the 2-year-old boy went into cardiac arrest twice in early July due to a rare heart condition, Laiden Schaffer is still fighting for his life but luckily for him the community is rallying around him. Quaker Steak and Lube in the Highlands and the McMechen Volunteer Department are holding a […]
Ohio County Schools welcomes personnel for the start of the new school year
ELM GROVE, W.Va. (WTRF) – Monday was the first day back to school for teachers at Ohio County Schools, and many new faces could be seen at elementary, middle, and high school levels. Some of which were recognized and officially hired for the 2024-2025 school year at the most recent Board of Education meeting. The […]
‘Sunday Jazz’ event continues at Smoot Theatre
PARKERSBURG — The Smoot House Big Band will continue the “Sunday Jazz” tradition at 3 p.m. Sunday with special musical guests. The band also will posthumously honor a former member of the sax section, Wood County music educator Randy Brannon. During June for the Big Red Band...
Audra Water Rescue Sees Out-of-State Medical Flight
According to the Belington Volunteer Fire Department, on Saturday, August 10 at 2:50 p.m., several agencies were alerted to Audra State Park for a water rescue. The information from the BVFD, in a social media post, was that once on scene, it was determined that a male patient had dove off of a rock,
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