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City of Wheeling expects millions of dollars in FEMA funding following April floods
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – The City of Wheeling was hit hard by the April flooding, with Wheeling Island being nearly underwater. The wastewater treatment plant also sustained damage to the gate that controls water flow, resulting in damage to the pumps at the plant. Wheeling City Council had installed a sewer rover to hopefully gain […]
WVU President Gordon Gee visits Ohio and Marshall counties on tour across West Virginia
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – WVU President Gordon Gee and other University representatives are hitting the road this summer to join alumni, friends and supporters across the Mountain State. They want to visit each of the state’s 55 counties to show residents how grateful the university is for their support. On Monday they made a […]
Car strikes utility pole on Lava Avenue, shutting down the road and power
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – A car struck a pole Tuesday afternoon, causing a power line to go down on Lava Avenue in Elm Grove. The road had to be closed down, shutting down access to JB Chambers Baseball Field. Power is still out for many residents in the surrounding area, but they are working […]
Future of Paden City High School will soon be determined
PADEN CITY, W.Va. (WTRF) — There’s a big hearing in Wetzel County Circuit Court next week to determine the future of Paden City High School. There are hundreds of people who are watching what happens. Last week Wetzel County Circuit Court Judge Richard Wilson ruled that Wetzel County Schools Superintendent Cassie Porter illegally closed Paden […]
U.S. News and World Reports releases 2024-2025 Best Hospitals
(WTRF) — When it comes to healthcare in the Tri-State area there are multiple hospitals that provide world class care ,and now a few of those are being recognized nationally. On Tuesday, U.S. News and World Reports released their 2024 to 2025 Best Hospital rankings. The list highlights 466 of the best regional hospitals […]
Brooke officials rejoice over news of a Market Street Bridge replacement
BROOKE COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – Brooke County officials are reacting today to news of a replacement for the Market Street Bridge. The bridge is more than 100 years old, it connects Brooke County to Steubenville, and it’s been closed since December. But thanks to funding through the Bridge Investment Program, $87.5 million has been appropriated […]
Metallica hosting a marching band competition, winners will get musical equipment for their school program
One of the biggest bands in the world, Metallica, is calling on marching bands to compete in the second marching band competition. Metallica challenges marching bands at all levels to craft the most exciting, unique, and impressive performances of Metallica's music.
West Virginia Governor and Babydog to speak at Republican National Convention Tuesday
West Virginia Governor Jim Justice is slated to speak at the Republican National Convention on Tuesday. Governor Justice said Babydog will appear on the mainstage and will speak tonight.
Primanti Bros. giving away free sandwiches today honoring Pittsburgh Pirate Paul Skenes if you wear a mustache
In honor of his selection to Major League Baseball’s All-Star Game – Primanti Bros. is giving any fan with a mustache a free Classic Primanti Bros. sandwich during the All-Star Game on Tuesday, July 16 at 8PM.
Teams Ohio & West Virginia Report to OVAC Media Day
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF)– Both Team Ohio (coached by Harrison Central’s Anthony Hayes) and West Virginia (coached by Weir’s Frank Sisinni) are on campus now for the OVAC All Star Game. They will spend the week there before heading over to Wheeling Island Stadium for the big game. Stream the game on WTRF.com with our own […]
Gas line break causes brief evacuation of 2 streets in New Martinsville
WETZEL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – Wetzel County EMA Director Steve Yoho tells 7NEWS that a medium pressure gas line was broken Monday evening in New Martinsville. The break caused a temporary evacuation of residents on James St and Rebecca St. The gas company arrived on scene and was able to shut it off. After checking […]
Rulli praises the JD Vance Vice President pick, describes Vance as his #1 choice
OHIO (WTRF) – On Monday, former President Donald Trump picked Ohio Republican Senator JD Vance to be his Vice President in is attempt to retake the White House this November. We spoke to fellow Ohio Republican lawmaker, Representative Michael Rulli about the Vance pick, and he says he’s delighted by the news. He described Vance […]
Local computer repair shop owner arrested following child pornography investigation
UPDATE: 7News received a call stating that Phillips is no longer an owner of a computer repair store. ————————————————————————————————————————— HARRISON COUNTY, OHIO (WTRF) – Harrison County Sheriff Joe Myers tells us that a local business owner has been arrested. Nicabar Phillips is the owner of a computer repair store in Cambridge, OH and resides in […]
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