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Ohio County has a record number of early voters
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — The 36 polling locations in Ohio County opened at 6:30 a.m. Tuesday morning, and so far, the turnout has been a bit slow, according to officials. West Virginia Election Results One of the biggest races in Ohio County is for the next mayor of Wheeling, which consists of 6 different […]
Cabell County school excess levy fails; Huntington, Wheeling choose new mayors
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — Cabell County voters have ultimately defeated a five-year school excess levy that included reduced funding to libraries and parks. The levy failed in Tuesday’s Primary Election with about 64 percent of the vote. There were about 10,388 votes against it and more than 5,800 for it.
Wheeling Life HUB could soon become a full-time shelter
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — The Life Hub in Wheeling that houses homeless people during the winter months could soon become a full-service shelter for those in need. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development was in Wheeling on Monday to tour the various WHeeling Housing Authority properties. Their final stop was at the Life […]
OHIO COUNTY: Croft wins Republican nod for sheriff; two to join Wheeling Council
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. — ELECTION RESULTS. Nelson Croft is one step closer to becoming Ohio County Sheriff. In Tuesday's primary election, Croft defeated Charlie Murphy claiming the Republican nomination. He will face Democrat Howard (John) Haglock in the November general election. Haglock ran unopposed Tuesday. Croft, who served as...
Moundsville Police Department seeks new hires, plans move to upgraded facility
MARSHALL COUNTY, WV--The City of Moundsville Police Department is in need of new hires, with an upcoming training in May. Now hiring—that's what the sign reads outside the Moundsville PD doors. The department is in need of two more officers—and Police Chief Tom Mitchell says it can make things difficult.
Wheeling Mayor Glenn Elliott will take on West Virginia Governor Jim Justice for Senator Manchin’s U.S. Senate seat
Wheeling, West Virginia Mayor Glenn Elliott is your Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate. Elliott will take on West Virginia Governor Jim Justice in the General Election on November 5 for the U.S. Senate seat that is currently being held by Senator Joe Manchin. The Wheeling Mayor defeated Marine Corps veteran Zach Shrewsbury and ex-coal executive […]
11 local nurses graduate from first-ever residency program
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – Eleven first year nurses graduated from WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital’s first-ever nurse residency program this morning. This is the program’s first cohort, and they met with mentors every month to learn about a variety of topics. Some discussions included building communication skills with co-workers and patients, evidence-based research, emergency […]
2024 Powerline Park GNCC Round 7 Results
After leading this weekend’s Powerline GNCC in St. Clairsville, Ohio, for the final five laps of the six-lap race, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna’s Craig DeLong had to block FMF/KTM Factory rider Johnny Girroir with two turns to go on the final lap to grab his first win of the season.
Wheeling honors fallen heroes during National Police Week with solemn tribute
WHEELING, W.Va. — It’s National Police Week and the City of Wheeling hosted a special memorial on Monday to honor its police officers. Nine police officers - that's how many officers have been killed while serving with the Wheeling Police Department during its 218 years. They were remembered with a 21-gun salute and reading of names.
Expired Tornado Warning issued for portions of the Ohio Valley
EXPIRED BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio (WTRF) — The National Weather Service out of Pittsburgh has issued a Tornado Warning for portions of the Ohio Valley. NWS has issued a Tornado Warning for Southeaster Belmont County in east central Ohio and Ohio and Marshall Counties in northern West Virginia until 5:45 p.m. At 5:15 p.m. a severe […]
Owner of post office box listed on controversial Wheeling mayor’s race flyer speaks out
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – The owner of the Wheeling post office box linked to controversial mailers concerning the Wheeling mayoral race is speaking out. Wheeling resident Lou Smith was contacted by The Intelligencer and Wheeling News-Register for the alleged misuse of his post office box, one he says he’s had since 2017. Smith is a retired […]
St.Marys Takes Game One Of Softball Regional
WHEELING,W.Va. (WTRF) – St.Marys took game one of the Class A Region One Championship as junior pitcher Cali Masters tossed a no-hitter. Masters struck out nine and walked four in the win, as the Blue Devils used small ball to scratch three runs across the plate. Central starter Josie Frizzel also went the distance in […]
Local organization hosts an Afternoon of Tea with Friends
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — A special group of talented women gathered on Tuesday in Wheeling to enjoy an elegant tea party with each other. The Advocates for the Rights of Citizens hosted its Afternoon Tea with Friends Tuesday at Waterfront Hall with some help from Enchanted Parties by Carrie. ARC hosts an annual talent show […]
Families throughout the Ohio Valley celebrate moms for Mother’s Day
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — Hundreds of families came out to Wheeling today to celebrate all the special moms in the Ohio Valley. 7News reporter Jake McGlumphy was at Oglebay Park’s Mother’s Day Buffet today and shared how much fun all the moms had with friends and family. The Glessner Auditorium at Oglebay’s Wilson Lodge was packed with special […]
Ohio Valley Aurora Borealis Photos
WHEELING, W. VA. (WTRF) – A powerful geomagnetic storm has impacted Earth and is allowing The Northern Lights to be seen as far south as The Gulf of Mexico. MORE DETAILS ABOUT THE GEOMAGNETIC STORM Here are some of the many photos that have been sent into to us so far! If you would like […]
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