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Officials release more info on body found in Muskingum River
MARIETTA — Authorities have released more information about the body that was discovered on the west bank of the Muskingum River in Harmar on Tuesday evening. According to Marietta Police Captain Ryan Huffman the body was discovered by a coach. “A coach for the Marietta College crew team had...
Four people charged after shooting reported in Parkersburg, police say
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WCHS) — Four people were charged after a shooting was reported in Parkersburg on Saturday, police said. The arrests stem from an incident about 8 a.m. in the 1600 block of Tygart Street where Robert Aguilar, 27, was found with a gunshot wound, according to a news release from the Parkersburg Police Department.
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...
Washington County OVI checkpoint leads to one arrest
MARIETTA — One person was arrested Friday night during an OVI checkpoint on Ohio 7 near Washington County 9 by the Ohio State Highway Patrol Marietta Post with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office and the Marietta Police Department, the patrol reported. The checkpoint, funded by a federal grant,...
Struggling Mountain State College closes its doors
PARKERSBURG — After 136 years of serving the educational needs of the community, Mountain State College has closed. The college had its last day for students on March 14, said college director Judith Sutton on Wednesday. “Unfortunately, it was a very heartbreaking decision for us,” she said. “As a...
Marietta woman among Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People of 2024
MARIETTA — A Marietta native was listed on Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People of 2024. Lauren Blauvelt, daughter of Rick and Susan Blauvelt of Marietta, is the co-chair of Ohioans United for Reproductive Rights, the organization that pushed to get the Ohio Issue 1 abortion rights amendment put on the ballot and adopted in November.
Cut From a Tough Cloth: Wood County officials recognize victim advocates on Denim Day
PARKERSBURG — Recognition bestowed upon advocates of sexual assault victims at Wood County’s Denim Day event Wednesday in Bicentennial Park wasn’t sought — but it was appreciated. “It meant a lot today,” said Candice Gabriel, program manager at North Star Child Advocacy Center, a nonprofit that...
Marietta Council suspends rules to pass “plan of recovery” resolution
MARIETTA, Ohio (WTAP) - The Marietta City Council is directing mayor Josh Schlicher to take action on the city’s financial issues. Members of council joined in a special meeting Wednesday for the second reading of a resolution that directs the mayor to develop a plan of recovery to pull the city out of its current financial woes.
Williamstown ceremony honors fallen West Virginia DOH workers
WILLIAMSTOWN — West Virginia Department of Transportation officials honored their workers who were killed on the job during a ceremony in Williamstown Wednesday. Randy Damron, events coordinator for the West Virginia Division of Transportation, welcomed attendees at the West Virginia Welcome Center off Interstate 77. He started his remarks...
9 best bar specials in Athens
Many bars in Athens have unique food and drink menus with specials for students and locals to enjoy. Here’s a list of some of the best specials:. Located at 66 N. Court St., Stephen’s On Court has everyday food specials. From Monday through Thursday, Stephen’s has a Happy...
Rain out of the way for the morning commute
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - Some showers and gusty winds pushed through the Mid-Ohio Valley last night ahead of a cold front. That has now passed through and kicked out any shower activity for the morning commute. Roads are drying out but will be a bit damp as the sun rises this morning. Cloud cover will be ample this morning but will diminish to partly cloudy skies before the lunchtime hour and continue into the afternoon. Temperatures will be on the mild side to start with 50s across the region, but with the cold front passing by, we will not warm up that much this afternoon. Daytime highs will only be in the mid-60s, a bit cooler than yesterday afternoon. Winds will be on the lighter side today with a northwest wind of around 5 to 10 mph.
Transit levy on ballot for Parkersburg and Vienna voters in primary
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - Voters in Vienna and Parkersburg will decide whether to renew a long-standing levy that funds the Mid-Ohio Valley Transit Authority. Transit Authority General Manager Michael Kesterson said the levy has been in place consistently for some time. “The Transit Authority started back in 1976,” Kesterson said. “There was previous transportation for Parkersburg, but the Transit Authority, it was in 1976. They went to the cities in Vienna and Parkersburg and got the levies stated. And it’s been every year up till now. Always passed except for, I think, one time back in the ‘80s maybe or sometime.”
OU’s Habitat for Humanity creates sustainable, safe homes
Ohio University's Habitat for Humanity is a student-run organization that creates safe living throughout Southeast Ohio by building homes for those in need. Habitat for Humanity is an international organization that was founded by Millard and Linda Fuller in 1976. According to Habitat for Humanity, the idea began in Americus, Georgia, when Clarence Jordan and the Fullers “developed the concept of partnership housing” and formed the “Fund for Humanity” after receiving money from fundraising.
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