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Local elementary schoolers get a hands-on introduction to agriculture
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — Young Farmers and Ranchers teamed up with the Wheeling Park High School Agriculture and FFA program to bring The Book Barn, as well as a few fluffy friends, to Woodsdale Elementary. The Book Barn outreach program provides agriculture-accurate books to kids all over the state. The goal is to introduce […]
Addison's Achievers: A tip of the cap to those helping clean up after flooding
On the morning of April 1, heavy rains developed in the Ohio Valley and flooding followed shortly after. Three-to-5 inches of rain fell during that first week of the month, causing flooding, plus damage and loss of homes in certain areas. Initially, flooding started in creeks and streams but quickly...
Ohio County Commission approves 2024/2025 levy rates and discusses community grants
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. — The Ohio County Commission met Tuesday. Some of the things it discussed included upcoming community grants like the Wheeling Area Chamber of Commerce Leadership Wheeling graduation and the Wheeling Health Right 28th annual Chef's Auction along with the approval of an EMS salary enhancement. The...
Partners in Prevention rally local candidates to address child abuse in Wheeling
WHEELING, W.Va. — It's Child Abuse Prevention Month and the Ohio County Partners in Prevention team is working with local candidates to help raise awareness on the topic. Partners in Prevention is a part of the Ohio County Family Resource Network. Recently, it hosted a forum for those running for office in Wheeling to share their thoughts on different family and child issues.
Ohio County Schools Offering Free Summer Camps Once Again
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — School will be out in just a short time and many kids are already thinking about those fun summer camps that are offered. The last day of school is just one month away, and Ohio County Schools will once again be offering a variety of summer camps and classes for no […]
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for West Virginia’s Northern Panhandle
WEST VIRGINIA (LOOTPRESS) – A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for the Northern Panhandle. According to the National Weather Service, a Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for Brooke, Hancock, Marshall, and Ohio Counties until 11 PM tonight, Sunday, April 14, 2024. The Northern Panhandle is currently under an Enhanced Risk (Level 3 out […]
Severe Thunderstorm Watch outlines portions of the Ohio Valley
HANCOCK COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued by the Storm Prediction Center out of Norman, Oklahoma, for the surrounding Ohio Valley. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect until 11 p.m. for Ohio counties: Columbiana, Harrison, Monroe, Noble, Tuscarawas, Belmont, Coshocton, Guernsey, Jefferson, Muskingum. The following counties in West Virginia […]
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