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Local students sign letter of intent to serve the United States military
WHEELING W.Va. (WTRF) One area high school recognized several students as they signed their letter of intent to serve their country in the military after graduation. This is the second year Wheeling Park High School held a ceremony to honor some of their best and bravest students. Ten seniors were recognized for their commitment to […]
Salvation Army's annual Wheeling Community Baby Shower set for May 18
The Salvation Army of Ohio, Marshall, Wetzel, and Tyler Counties will hold its Annual Community Baby Shower from 10 a.m.-noon on May 18 at its corps building in Wheeling. Participants in the Community Baby Shower will be able to coordinate with local services and automatically be entered for prizes and giveaways.
Beloved local band director honored for keeping “Tradition, Excellence and Family “
BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio (WTRF) – “The True Beauty of Music is that it connects people” – a famous quote from American composer and musician Roy Ayres. This idea also rings true for the students at St. Clairsville Schools, who say being involved in the band is a special experience they share – all thanks to […]
Justice vows to fight new EPA rules
WHEELING — Gov. Jim Justice promised to fight back against new U.S. Environmental Protection Agency rules announced Thursday that would require electric plants to either capture 90% of their carbon dioxide emissions by 2032 or close their doors. A group of coal miners filled the seats as Justice made...
Local student leads school district’s new branding campaign
BRIDGEPORT, Ohio — The blue bulldog’s look is getting a standardized look, and one of Bridgeport Exempted Village School District’s own students is in charge, according to Bridgeport Superintendent Brent Ripley. Maddie Matusik, senior and member of the interactive media class, is tackling the district’s new branding campaign to ensure the school’s logos and communications […]
Wheeling Park High celebrates military signing day with 10 senior enlistments
WHEELING, W.Va. — Wheeling Park High School hosted its annual military signing day as 10 are set to enlist after graduation. Two handfuls of graduating seniors have signed up to four branches of the military. "We talk about the three E’s -- education, employment and enlistment -- and this...
Bridge Tavern revives Wheeling's live music, upholds city's country legacy
WHEELING, W.Va. — The historic Bridge Tavern in downtown Wheeling is bringing live music back to the area and onto the stage. The tavern has been open since 1961 and before that it was the former Wheeling Hotel. It recently underwent a renovation and now the owners are set to host musical acts from across the country.
Austin Master’s frack waste threatens Martins Ferry water sources
MARTINS FERRY, Ohio — A Belmont County court recently ordered an oil and gas waste services company to remove excessive amounts of brine and drilling waste from its facility near the Ohio River. Austin Master Services did not properly dispose of the waste before the 14-day deadline. The Ohio...
Marshall County EMA says residents, businesses should still report flood damages and losses
MARSHALL COUNTY, Ohio (WTRF) – Residents and business owners who suffered any damages or losses from the flooding that occurred earlier this month can still report those damages says Marshall County EMA Director Tom Hart. In fact, he encourages residents to make reports since information is still being collected countywide and throughout the state. Although […]
Colerain Township considers solution to issue at youth group homes
COLERAIN TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WXIX) - Colerain Township is considering an amendment to address ongoing issues in the neighborhood after residents complained about a youth group home. On Thursday, the township held a meeting to discuss the amendment. Legacy Group Homes, run by Andrew Booker, houses young men and children in...
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