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Shadyside High School band cooks up $56,000 for new uniforms at community event
Shadyside, OH — The Shadyside High School Band rallied together on Saturday to raise $56,000. The cookout-style affair helped raise funds for the band's new but much-needed uniforms. Hot dogs, drinks, raffles, and more were offered in collaboration with Shadyside Reisbeck's. In reaching their goal, Band Director Robert Moore says the Tiger pride runs deep.
Hilltop Elementary takes part in mock court trial
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – Fifth grade students from Hilltop Elementary got real world experience during a Mock Court Trial in a Marshall County Courtroom. Between judge, jury, court reporter, attorney’s and defendants, students worked on a real case, learning about court proceedings and the criminal justice system. Circuit Judge Jeff Cramer has been helping […]
Wheeling Wizarding Festival, a magical experience everyone can enjoy
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — The Wheeling Wizarding Festival, conjured up by the Wheeling Parks and Recreation Department, brought together magic and fun for the whole family. Witches and wizards could participate in a costume contest, greet creatures in the reptile show, or visit an array of themed vendors at their leisure. Rochelle Barry, director […]
We asked people in the Northern Panhandle what’s on their mind this election season. They told us: roads, jobs and drugs
Every few hours, fleets of tanker trucks zip through the very same narrow two-lane roads George Vucelick travels to get to his Moundsville home. The old, winding country roads now feature a growing number of potholes and divots alongside sections of asphalt that are sagging, even crumbling at some points — illustrating the devastating toll […] We asked people in the Northern Panhandle what’s on their mind this election season. They told us: roads, jobs and drugs appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
Osiris Shriners invites emergency services to Pediatric Burn Seminar
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — Osiris Shriners invited local EMS, Fire Rescue, and medical staff to a Pediatric Burn Seminar taught by RN and educational speaker, Debbie Harrel. Harrel has 25 years of experience in the acute care burn unit of Shriners Children’s, a pediatric hospital, and travels around the country educating people on the fundamentals of burn […]
Drug trafficker gets longest sentence for drug offenses ever handed out in Belmont County
BELMONT COUNTY, OHIO (WTRF) – A convicted drug trafficker today got the longest sentence ever handed out in Belmont County for drug offenses. 41-year-old Josh Haslam was sentenced to 18 years in prison for fentanyl possession and drug trafficking. The assistant prosecutor said Haslam was driving to Columbus to buy fentanyl, and in his words, […]
Overdose trend/spike alert issued in Wheeling
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — The Wheeling Police Department issued a possible overdose trend or spike alert on Thursday evening. The alert is in effect for the next 48-96 hours. Police advise that Narcan is available at the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Mondays through Fridays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. These alerts are enacted when […]
John Marshall High School honors their 2024 graduates
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – Graduation season is in full swing, and tonight, John Marshall High School seniors could not have asked for a more perfect night for their own. The 2024 graduates were honored this evening at Monarch Stadium. This was the school’s 56th commencement. The top one percent of the class includes Grace […]
Students explore potential jobs during career job fair
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – Students at Center McMechen took part in a career fair this afternoon to learn more about the workforce. Several organizations and businesses in the Ohio Valley attended and answered questions the kids had. The most popular question of the day was: “What is your favorite and least favorite thing about […]
West Virginia day care will permanently close
A West Virginia day care says it will permanently close. Plays Child Care Center in Moundsville, WV says it will permanently close due to staffing issues. The last day is scheduled to be Friday May 17 at the close of business. The day care said staffing issues has been an issue for a while and […]
Belmont County swears in 4 new humane agents
BELMONT COUNTY, OHIO (WTRF) – One Belmont County agency is receiving some much need help. Four new humane agents were sworn in today by Judge Albert Davies. The agents are serving on a volunteer basis and will take on a number of duties including collecting evidence and investigating animal hoarding and abuse cases. Belmont County […]
Get ready for a pawsitively fun time at FidoFest May 18
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — Grab your leash and treat your pooch to a tail-wagging good time at Volunteer Wheeling’s FidoFest! This event is set for May 18, 2024, at the Fitzsimmons Family Dog Park in East Wheeling from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. According to organizers, Volunteer Wheeling will be unveiling a new art installation […]
Bridgeport Police investigating bone found in garden
BELMONT COUNTY, OHIO (WTRF) – Bridgeport police are investigating after residents on Liapple Street say they found a bone in their yard. The homeowners told 7 News they were gardening when they found what looked like a knee bone. They thought it was an animal bone, but decided to call police out of an abundance […]
Helping Heroes held “A Night to Remember” for the 11th year
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – For the 11th year in a row, Helping Heroes held “A Night to Remember” to raise money for their organization, while also raising awareness for veteran suicide and homelessness. This was their first year holding a steak fry, where everyone could eat, vie for raffle prizes, and participate in the silent […]
Ohio Humane Society rescues 5 cats that tested positive for leukemia; Need donations to continue quality of life
An Ohio Humane Society recently rescued five cats that tested positive for leukemia and they now need donations to continue the quality of life for the cats. The Belmont County Humane Society said they rescued 5 baby cats on Tuesday and they came back testing positive for leukemia. The Belmont County Humane Society said they […]
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