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The story of an Ohio Valley veteran who gave everything on D-Day
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — Eighty years ago, thousands of fearless men braved mines and machine gun fire to bring the world back from the brink. More than 2,000 Americans were lost on the beaches of Normandy during D-Day, and one of those heroes left rural Marshall County to serve. Conrad Cecil Mason, nicknamed Red, […]
Vagabond Kitchen owner looks back on 10 years of revitalizing Appalachian heritage through food
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — A Food Network appearance, a major flood relief effort, and a YouTube channel. It’s all been part of Vagabond Kitchen’s journey at the corner of Market and 12th Streets in Wheeling, which reached its 10th anniversary today. Owner Matt Welsch describes operating one of the city’s most acclaimed restaurants as rewarding […]
Single vehicle crash injures 4 people, 2 life-flighted in Ohio
A single vehicle crash in Ohio has injured four people, with two people being life-flighted. The crash happened around 7am on SR800 in Somerton. Two of the people in the crash were taken to Wheeling Hospital, and the two life-flighted were taken to Ruby Memorial. The Highway State Highway Patrol is investigating this crash. No […]
West Virginia’s first governor to be honored with unveiling of statue on state’s birthday
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — A truck pulled up to West Virginia Independence Hall this morning, bearing a huge statue of the state’s first governor, Arthur Boreman. The project was three years in the making–from idea to sculpting to delivery at its new home in Wheeling. Historian Margaret...
DeWine requests federal help for Guernsey, other counties impacted by April storms
COLUMBUS — Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has requested a Presidential Disaster Declaration from President Joe Biden to support eight counties impacted by severe storms, flooding and tornadoes in early April, despite FEMA's assertion that damage does not reach the threshold for federal assistance, according to a news release from the governor's office.
Unsolved Ohio: Elderly woman who vanished on Halloween night in 1961 still not found
WOODSFIELD, Ohio (WCMH) – On the evening of Halloween in 1961, an elderly woman vanished without a trace. Despite rumors circulating of her being fed to pigs or kidnapped for ransom, her family is still searching for remains so they can lay her to rest. In 1961, Lula Griffith Briggs was a 76-year-old homemaker, married […]
Dutton Cattle Company hosts Ranch Night BBQ & Concert, featuring Sammy Kershaw
Flushing, OHIO (WTRF) – If you love BBQ and country music, you feasted Friday evening in Flushing. The Dutton Cattle Company presented their Ranch Night BBQ and Concert, featuring Sammy Kershaw and Bryan Martin. Fans were treated to not only great music, but the Dutton Cattle Company’s signature brisket, BBQ and specialty cuts raised and […]
Overdose alert issued in Wheeling on Wednesday
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — Wheeling officials have issued an overdose warning after multiple overdoses have occurred in the area. The alert is in effect for the next 48-96 hours. Officials advise at-risk individuals to be able to access Narcan or Naloxone. These alerts are enacted when at least three overdoses are recorded within a day […]
Heavy fire damages four homes in East Wheeling, no injuries reported
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — No one was injured during a second-alarm fire that heavily damaged four homes Saturday in East Wheeling. According to officials, the Wheeling Fire Department was dispatched to 1068 McColloch Street just before 11 a.m. Upon arrival, officials say the first responding engine company reported heavy smoke coming from the back of […]
Nelson Field one step closer to lighting up Friday nights
BELLAIRE, Ohio (WTRF) — Friday night lights at one of the area’s most storied football fields are one step closer to reality. Equipment supporting new lighting has just arrived at Nelson Field in Bellaire. Work is expected to begin soon on a project that will allow the Big Reds to host night-time football games for […]
$3 million in health care provided to the underinsured at Wheeling Health Right last year
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — Wheeling Health Right helps the Friendly City relieve pain and live a better life every year—and now they can put a dollar amount on just how much. The clinic announced that in 2023 alone they performed $3 million worth of services. Their professionals serve those who are under-served when it comes […]
Belmont County investigating stolen political campaign signs
BELMONT COUNTY, OHIO (WTRF) – Stealing your opponent’s campaign signs isn’t a prank–it’s a crime. That message today comes from Belmont County Sheriff Dave Lucas. As you just heard, there is still one remaining election in Eastern Ohio, to fill the unexpired term of former Congressman Bill Johnson. The two candidates running for that seat–Michael […]
Bellaire administrator outlines key projects and funding hurdles
BELLAIRE, Ohio — After six months of working in Bellaire, the village administrator gave a special report on Thursday night to council. Frank Shaffer gave a statement on some of the challenges he had to face to help the village after taking this position and that there's still room for improvement.
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