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Ohio man arrested with suspected methamphetamine and cocaine during traffic stop
NOBLE COUNTY, Ohio — An Ohio man is facing several drug-related charges after a traffic stop yields 8.5 grams of suspected methamphetamine and cocaine. According to the Noble County Sheriff’s Office, Deputy Baker conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle being driven by 40-year-old Jason Wilson of Marietta.
Tuscarawas County man identified found dead in Muskingum River
Marietta police have disclosed the identity of the deceased individual discovered in the Harmar region of Marietta earlier this week. The body was spotted by a coach from the Marietta College crew team along the western bank of the Muskingum River, located off Gilman Avenue in close proximity to the Washington Street Bridge and the Marietta College Boathouse, as detailed by Marietta Police Captain Ryan Huffman in a statement.
2 arrested on drug charges; connected with multiple overdoses
ATHENS COUNTY, Ohio (WSAZ) - Two people were arrested on drug charges in a case connected with multiple overdoses in part of Athens County. Investigators seized suspected fentanyl and methamphetamine, according to the Athens County Sheriff’s Office. The following suspects were arrested Wednesday on the following charges:. - Jeffery...
Local students learn consequences of drunk and distracted driving
NEW MARTINSVILLE, W.Va. (WTRF) — More than 300 students from two local high schools got to see firsthand what the consequences can be from driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol on Friday. A special presentation was held Friday at Magnolia High School, where students from Magnolia and Paden City High School witnessed a […]
St. Marys defeats Roane for first ever LKC crown
GLENVILLE — Cali Masters had five hits in as many at-bats and had a pair of dominating performances inside the circle here Friday night at the Sue Morris Sports Complex to help lead St. Marys to its first Little Kanawha Conference softball championship following a 4-0 victory versus Roane County.
Woman charged in fatal boat club crash released on bond
MONROE — The woman charged with crashing her car into a Monroe County boat club Saturday afternoon, killing two children and injuring at least 13 other people at a birthday party, was released from the Monroe County Jail Thursday. Jail officials confirmed Marshella Chidester, 66, was released after posting 10 percent of her $1.5 million bond. Ms. Chidester is charged with two counts of second-degree murder from operation of a motor vehicle, two counts of operating while intoxicated, causing death, and four counts of operating while intoxicated, causing serious injury. She faces life in prison if convicted of the murder charges.
Local business still struggles to get started after major flooding
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - Over three weeks ago a flood swept through the Mid-Ohio Valley that damaged many home and businesses along the river. Soon after that another flood followed up the initial flood that also fully submerged Philippines best in Williamstown. After both floods Owner, Ellen Lubuguin, has still...
Marietta dominates Sarahsville Shenandoah in convincing showing
Marietta dominated from start to finish in an imposing 11-5 win over Sarahsville Shenandoah during this Ohio softball game on April 27. Check out our complete girls softball roundup to stay up-to-date on all the action. We want your feedback on the accuracy and quality of this article. Take a...
The Williamstown Lions Club dispose of unwanted paint
WILLIAMSTOWN, W.Va. (WTAP) - The Williamstown Lions Club held a recycling day for unwanted paint. This is a service project that the Lions have put on for Northern Wood County for the past ten years or so. This event started in 2015 to make it easier on the community to...
Ritchie’s Sydney Kopshina sets school record in pole vault
PARKERSBURG – Track is not necessarily Sydney Kopshina’s primary sport. Which makes what she is doing as a pole vaulter even more impressive. Friday at the Erickson Invitational, the senior from Ritchie County broke the school record formerly owned by Parkersburg South pole vaulting coach Kelli Barker. Kopshina cleared the bar with a winning height of 11 feet, 1.25 inches.
Pools looking for lifeguards
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - As summer quickly approaches, the search for lifeguards is taking place. Parkersburg YMCA will supply lifeguards for North Hills and Williamstown Pools during this summer. The YMCA Sports Director J.R. Kerr says that lifeguards will survey the pools, clean and maintain the facilities, and assist in...
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