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Man charged after fleeing from deputies in semi-truck through Ritchie County
HARRISVILLE, W.Va (WDTV) - A man driving a semi-truck fled from deputies Tuesday night, according to the Ritchie County Sheriff’s Department. Scott Ford, 48, of Caldwell, Ohio, was arrested and charged with fleeing while DUI and fleeing with reckless indifference after deputies said he refused to stop his semi-truck on Route 50.
St. Marys: Working together to address community needs
Jennifer White and Allen Thacker say their community is struggling with inadequate housing and jobs, like many other places in West Virginia. St. Marys: Working together to address community needs appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
Arnoldsburg: Balancing worries about inflation and energy transition with hope for the next generation
Kenneth and Debbie Arnold are proud of Calhoun County's newest graduates, and hope they can succeed amid rising prices and a changing energy economy. Arnoldsburg: Balancing worries about inflation and energy transition with hope for the next generation appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
Weston distillery wins 18 international awards in 2024
WESTON, W.Va. (WDTV) - A Weston distillery has won 18 new international awards this year, according to a release. MannCave Distillery won 18 awards at the 2024 Sip Awards. The Sip Awards claim they present a unique, spirit-judging competition, unaffected by industry bias. MannCave is no stranger to the international...
Raber questions library funding request
PARKERSBURG — Wood County Board of Education President Justin Raber said he was concerned about the direction the Parkersburg and Wood County Public Library was headed in under the guidance of Director Brian Raitz. “Over the past couple of years, Mr. Raitz has been very political and politicizing, in...
JERSEY BOYS Comes to The REV Theatre Company in June
1 Rachel Webb Will Lead & JULIET Tour; Full Dates Announced!. The REV Theatre Company has announced the company for the opening production of its 2024 season, "Jersey Boys." The REV's Producing Artistic Director, Brett Smock, says, "What a great way to kick off the. season - with this iconic...
Glenville: Hoping for more veteran support from state lawmakers
Charlie Yakubow says more support is needed for veterans, like the ones he works with at Glenville State University. Glenville: Hoping for more veteran support from state lawmakers appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
Look Back: Hoofing it
On the 3rd inst. a deer was seen in the vicinity of Elizabeth in Wirt County W. Va. Information came to Dr. S. Bolivar who mounted his horse and went in pursuit. He discovered him coming through a corn field to the river bank, and giving chase ran so close to him that his horse’s feet struck the animal who was disposed to flight. Having no fire arms with him, the Dr. was obliged to go some distance to the house of George Rochhold, where he procured an old musket, and getting back into a barge brought down the game.
West Virginia and Ohio could see severe weather including hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes
The National Weather Service out of Pittsburgh is issuing a warning of potential severe weather for parts of West Virginia and Ohio. Showers and thunderstorms will cross the region today with low pressure, according to the National Weather Service. “There remains a chance for a few strong to severe thunderstorms this afternoon and evening, which […]
Parkersburg District #6 election candidates speak out
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) -Election night for Wood County is approaching, and we spoke with the candidates running for District #6 in Parkersburg. Arthur Dunn, Mike Reynolds, and Cathy Whitlatch are all candidates for District #6. All candidates expressed how they can offer leadership and use their life experiences to fulfill...
Clay and Calhoun counties are represented by one of West Virginia’s most powerful lawmakers. They’re still struggling
John Bigger, of Chloe, said there’s one major attraction in Calhoun County – the park that draws stargazers from all over. But Bigger, who works on pipelines, has to leave the county to go to surrounding states for work. “We have one of the best stargazing places in the country because there’s no outside light […] Clay and Calhoun counties are represented by one of West Virginia’s most powerful lawmakers. They’re still struggling appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
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