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Apple Butter Stir Off this weekend in Belpre

BELPRE - The granddaddy of local apple butter festivals kicks off Saturday morning at Civitan Park in Belpre. The 48th annual Belpre Lions Club Apple Butter Stir Off starts at 11 a.m. Saturday and continues into Sunday with food, entertainment and apple butter straight from the kettle and into the jar. Bottled apple butter will be ready at opening and without waiting, Jolene Reeder, president of the Belpre Lions Club, said.

People find unique treasures at the Trinity Book Sale

PARKERSBURG - People are looking for hidden treasures and unique finds at the 2026 Trinity Episcopal Church Used Book Sale. The sale, featuring hundreds of books over a variety of topics and genres, kicked off Wednesday at the church at 430 Juliana St. People can enter on the 5th Street side.

People Are Going Crazy Over The Comforting Meals At This Classic West Virginia Diner

Comfort food should feel like somebody saw you coming and already knew what kind of day you had. One West Virginia diner gets that feeling right, with big breakfasts, hearty suppers, and enough pie to make good intentions collapse before the check arrives. The menu has plenty of choices, but...

Marietta Main Street Dachshund Derby returns with races, parade and contests

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) -Dog lovers will have a reason to head downtown this weekend as Marietta Main Street hosts its third annual Dachshund Derby. The event will be held Saturday in downtown Marietta, with activities running from 10 a.m. through the early afternoon. Most activities are free, with race registration fees supporting Marietta Main Street.

Commentary: What I learned about West Virginia’s future after driving 10,800 miles

The author embarks on a journey across America to visit 25 reputedly haunted places, including Point Pleasant, West Virginia, where the legend of Chief Cornstalk's curse resonates with him. As a child, my grandmother and mother told me stories about Point Pleasant, West Virginia. One told of a legendary curse...

Reusser opening WesBanco October show

PARKERSBURG - The work of an artist from Woodsfield will be on display this month at WesBanco Bank on Market Street in downtown Parkersburg. Yvonne Reusser also is a business owner who has been painting for more than 60 years in all water media, especially transparent watercolor. "My inspirations come...

Historic Watertown bar reopened Saturday

One of the first bars to receive a liquor license in Watertown reopened Saturday, the first drink ordered by the son of the man who began the business nearly 100 years ago.

First responder chili cook-off to support Shop with a Cop program

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - First responders are trading sirens for simmering pots this week as they face off in a first responder chili cook-off to raise money for local kids. The event will be held Thursday from 5 to 9 p.m. on the patio at Rivertown Grill in Marietta. Live...

Annual Bizarre Bazaar tattoo convention returns to Marietta

MARIETTA, Ohio (WTAP) - The Tower Event and Conference Center turned into a hub for ink and art this weekend as the Bizarre Bazaar Tattoo Convention returned to town. The gathering is put on by Marietta’s Monkey’s Uncle Tattoo Shop and features talent based locally in the Mid-Ohio Valley alongside others who traveled from areas like Atlanta, Italy and Puerto Rico.

ArtOberfest, Chalk the Block set for Saturday

PARKERSBURG - Two celebrations on Saturday will bring art, music, food and fun to downtown Parkersburg. Sponsored by the Parkersburg Art Center, the annual ArtOberfest and Chalk the Block will be held in the 700 and 800 blocks of Market Street. Festivities begin with Chalk the Block from 1-5 p.m....

Pet safety during Halloween: Parkersburg veterinarian shares tips

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - Halloween treats and decorations can pose hidden dangers for pets, and a Parkersburg veterinarian is urging owners to take precautions. Dr. Katheryn Kuchyt said puppies and kittens face the greatest risk because they are more likely to chew and swallow objects around the house. “Puppies and...

6 West Virginia Back Roads Locals Don’t Want Put on a Map

West Virginia’s Division of Highways maintains more than 34,900 miles of road. It’s one of the largest state-run systems in the country. The state’s tour guides still cover only a sliver of what’s out there. These are West Virginia back roads locals don’t want put on...

Smoot pretties itself for 100th anniversary

PARKERSBURG - Second-year apprentices from the International Painters and Allied Trades District 53 in West Virginia brought new life to the front doors at the Smoot Theatre in Parkersburg, where the historic show house is celebrating its 100th anniversary. The theater this month is celebrating the anniversary that will include...

Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park to receive $300,000 for new service barge

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park will receive $300,000 from the state to replace its aging service barge used to deliver supplies and equipment to the island. It’s part of Governor Patrick Morrisey’s investment of over 19 million dollars for major upgrades across West Virginia state parks...

Marietta museums awarded over $3 million for restoration and renovations

MARIETTA – State Rep. Kevin Ritter, R-Marietta, announced last week that the Ohio Controlling Board approved funding for projects in Athens and Washington counties, including $1,825,000 to restore the Ohio River Museum and $2,884,000 for renovations of the Campus Martius Museum, according to a news release from his office.