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Dougherty says “It’s surreal” after voters elect him for Marshall County Sheriff
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – It was a tight race between current Sheriff Bill Helms and Mike Dougherty. Mike Dougherty came out with the win with 49% of the vote and will be Marshall County’s next sheriff starting in January. 7News Reporter Annalise Murphy got to speak with Dougherty one on one to figure out some […]
The Public Market takes home the top prize at Show of Hands
Wheeling, W.Va. (WTRF) – 4 local business owners went head to head this evening for another “Show of Hands” event by Wheeling Heritage. These individuals pitch their ideas to the audience, who vote for one to receive a big cash prize. The contestants featured Autumn Dobbs of Butter Me Up Cookies, Travis McBride of Big […]
Neal McCoy returns to Ohio to headline show following a demolition derby
Neal McCoy is returning to Ohio to headline a show following a demolition derby. McCoy will be in Beallsville, Ohio at the Outback Motorsports Track on July 20. The event will feature a demolition derby at 4pm with the band Deep Down Country to perform before McCoy. Tickets are $30 with gates opening at 10am. […]
Martins Ferry Council questions ODNR's commitment to hazardous waste cleanup
MARTINS FERRY, Ohio — A big topic at Wednesday’s Martins Ferry Council meeting was the Ohio Department of Natural Resources’ response to Austin Master Services. During the last council meeting, the city sent out a letter to different commissioners, senators, and other cities asking for help regarding getting Austin Master Services cleaned up. But its focus has been on the ODNR, which recently sent them back a statement.
Things to do: Live music abounds for the week ahead
FAIRVIEW — Guernsey County's Pennyroyal will host a bluegrass show Friday featuring Brother Randall & Friends. According to the press release, it is "a working-class bluegrass band whose members are from the Wheeling area. With traditional bluegrass and bluegrass gospel being their specialty, you could also expect to hear some classic country, folk and even a touch of classic rock. The band members include Greg Miller on fiddle, Clinton Curry playing guitar, Jeff Strautman on bass, Randall Curry playing guitar, Ben Peace on banjo and Bob Haglock playing dobro." The opening band for the evening will be Wills Creek. The kitchen and...
Godsmack and Nothing More coming to West Virginia
Rock band Godsmack is bringing their Fall 2024 tour to Wheeling, West Virginia. Godsmack will be joined by Nothing More and Flat Black which features Jason Hook formerly of Five Finger Death Punch. The tour will be at WesBanco Arena on October 23. Venue presale starts on Thursday, May 16 at 10am with the code: […]
WVU Medicine to provide “ER Tent” at Ogden Wellness Weekend
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – Ogden Wellness Weekend is just 10 short days away with many getting in some last-minute training leading up to the events. WVU Medicine, a main event sponsor, will have an ER Tent at the event to help with minor injuries. 7News spoke with WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital’s Registered Nurse […]
Elliott says “It’s humbling” after winning democratic nomination for WV Senate
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – The 2024 West Virginia Primary Elections are in the history books with all eyes now turning to the general election this November. Voters elected current Wheeling Mayor Glenn Elliott as the Democratic nomination for Senate with 45% of the vote. He says he was very humbled to see the […]
HUD visits Wheeling to boost local housing efforts, eyes future expansions
WHEELING, W.Va. — HUD officials visited Wheeling on Monday to collaborate with local shelters to provide housing. Officials visited the Life Hub, one of the Wheeling Housing Authority's properties meant to help those experiencing homelessness. "When I see things like this, housing authorities that are really stepping up and...
Science journalist presents research into toxic waste at Austin Master Services
MARTINS FERRY, Ohio (WTRF) – When flooding plagued the Ohio Valley in April, it left more concerns for Martins Ferry residents than their personal belongings. It left the risk of toxic materials to enter their water supply after Austin Master Services failed to clean up the illegal levels of hazardous waste in their facility, and residents have had increasing concerns.
11th Annual Law Enforcement Memorial honors the nine fallen Wheeling Police officers
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – Last year in the United States 136 officers lost their lives in the line of duty. Since the department was formed 218 years ago, nine Wheeling Police officers have made that ultimate sacrifice. To honor and remember these officers, the Wheeling Police Department held their...
Warwood Middle “jazzes up the stalls” with artwork and positive messaging
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – Students at one local school can now take advantage of a colorful space that offers convenience and positivity. The “Jazz up the Stalls” program at Warwood Middle School was recently completed. The project was funded through the Women’s Giving Circle and provided a new look for the stalls and walls […]
Softball Game Recap: Wheeling Central Catholic Takes a Loss
On Wednesday, Wheeling Central Catholic faced St. Marys in a battle between two of the state's top teams. The Wheeling Central Catholic Maroon Knights lost 9-0 to the St. Marys Blue Devils. Wheeling Central Catholic was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as St. Marys apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played last Tuesday.
Denny Magruder is your new mayor of Wheeling
Denny Magruder is your new Mayor of Wheeling For many years he was Executive Director of Wheeling’s Sports and Entertainment Authority, and now that he’s retired, Magruder says he finally has the time to give back to a city he’s passionate about. He says his time in the private sector taught him a lot about […]
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