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Man arrested for allegedly making threats to President Joe Biden two days after assassination attempt on Trump, “I don’t like President Biden. I want to kill him, slit his throat”
Jason Patrick Alday, 39, of Quincy, Florida, has been arrested on a federal criminal complaint. Alday engaged in sending threatening communications, making threats against the President of the United States, and threats against federal officials.
Team West Virginia Warns Ohio “We’re Going To Hit You, Every Play”
WHEELING,W.Va. (WTRF) – As Team West Virginia prepares for the OVAC All-Star Game, Coach Frank Sisinni’s (Weir) staff and the players have found their time off the field has brought them closer together on it. With this being the shortest camp leading up to the game in OVAC history, every card-game, pool tournament, and ice […]
OVAC Queen of Queens holds rehearsal ahead of competition on Thursday
Wheeling, W.Va. (WTRF) – 23 talented young ladies from OVAC schools are getting ready to go head-to-head Thursday evening at the J.B. Chambers Performing Arts Center to show off what they’re made of. Each are vying to become this year’s OVAC Queen of Queens. The contestants were judged in several areas, including an interview, talent, […]
Straub Automotive acquires Urse Honda in Bridgeport
Wheeling, W.Va. (WTRF) – Straub Automotive announced they have recently acquired Urse Honda in Bridgeport, West Virginia. Straub officials say they’re committed to upholding the standards set by the Urse family. The location will feature both new and used vehicles, and is a full-service automotive facility with factory-trained and certified technicians.
UPDATE: I-470 reopens after accident
BELMONT COUNTY, OHIO (WTRF) – UPDATE: Ohio State Highway Patrol says both I-470 eastbound lanes are now reopen. An accident involving a tractor-trailer has shut down I-470 in both eastbound lanes. This happened near the I-470 / I-70 interchange near the Ohio Valley Mall. The Ohio State Highway Patrol says both Eastbound lanes of I-470 […]
Black Horse Inn, new home for Underground Railroad Museum
BELMONT COUNTY, O.H. (WTRF) — The Black Horse Inn, believed to have been a stop on the Underground Railroad, will soon undergo a complete transformation to house the history and artifacts preserved by the Underground Railroad Museum. Vice President of the Morristown Historic Preservation Association, Pamela McCort, says this building is more than bricks […]
Ohio child who had four surgeries in a week gets life saved by a West Virginia nurse after she discovered something deeper needed to be addressed
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — For Wheeling’s golfers, the Kalkreuth Amateur Golf Championship is a day to get on the green and practice their swing. But for the pediatric patients at Easterseals, the money it raises means a chance for their young lives to blossom. Six months ago, a child now bouncing on a ball and […]
Myers defends title in 2024 WVGA Senior Amateur Championship at Stonewall Resort
ROANOKE,W.Va. (WTRF) – Bryan Myers of Wheeling defended his 2023 title, winning the Championship Bracket at the WestVirginia Senior Amateur Championship, conducted by the West Virginia Golf Association (WVGA), at Stonewall Resort. Myers won his title over Bob Clark, also of Wheeling, in 21 holes. In the Senior Championship Bracket, Bart Willis of Logan defeated […]
Wheeling splash pad construction hits a snag but will be worth the wait
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — You’ve walked through one at the Four Seasons Pool in Moundsville, and now it’s almost time for Wheeling to get its very own splash pad. While the installation has hit a few construction snags, it won’t just be a way to cool off at Heritage Port…and the city says it will […]
Helping Heroes presented with $4,500 check from No One Walks Alone fundraiser walk
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — Ohio Valley residents turned out in droves to help make this year’s No One Walks Alone fundraiser a huge success. On Wednesday, several of our representatives here at WTRF were proud to present a check for $4,500 to Helping Heroes. The walk, which is part of Nexstar Broadcasting’s annual Founders Day […]
West Virginia community takes action to prevent overdose deaths with free Narcan training session
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — Residents in one local community took part in a potentially lifesaving training session on Wednesday. Following a disturbing and sudden uptick in overdose deaths in the Wheeling area, one organization is taking action. On Wednesday, the Marshall County Family Resource Network hosted a free Narcan training session. RISE Coordinator Charlene […]
West Virginia’s first Certified CIT Trainers to enhance emergency response for mental health crises
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — West Virginia’s first certified trainers of CIT, Crisis Intervention Team, are excited to work alongside emergency organizations throughout the area. Individuals a part of CIT specialize in mental health and substance abuse. This training allows them to better equip 911 dispatchers and first responders to help people experiencing those […]
Biden seriously considering proposals on Supreme Court term limits, ethics code
President Joe Biden is seriously considering proposals to establish term limits for U.S. Supreme Court justices, and an ethics code that would be enforceable under law amid growing concerns that the justices are not held accountable, according to three people briefed on the plans.
Three local teachers named Wheeling Area Chamber of Commerce Teacher of the Year recipients
WHEELING, W.Va. — The Wheeling Area Chamber of Commerce announced the recipients of the 2024 Teacher of the Year awards for the elementary, middle, and high school levels: Mia Huck, Abby Reeves, and Betsy Knorr. According to Wheeling Chamber’s the three recipients will be recognized at the Belmont Savings Bank Steak Fry on Thursday, August […]
Two Ohio State Routes will be closed for a couple of days
Starting July 22, in Jefferson County, State Route 150 will close during daytime hours for a culvert replacement project. East of Pleasant Grove. In Belmont County, starting July 22, State Route 149 will be closed to traffic for a slide repair project.
Wheeling Island Casino to host Summer Festival including bands, food trucks and activities for all ages
Following the success of its recent Independence Day Fun Festival, Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack announced another summer event set to take place from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m .on Aug. 2, 2024.
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