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RAVENSWOOD, W.Va. (WTAP) - Ravenswood is wrapping up several big projects as the end of the year approaches. Mayor of Ravenswood Josh Miller says that work on the boat slips and campground is mostly complete, allowing them to have a soft opening. This allows the city to look at the...

RAVENSWOOD — Racine, Ohio-based Home National Bank is expanding into West Virginia with a new branch in Ravenswood. The branch will be in the 600 block of Washington Street across from O’Reilly Auto Parts. “We are thrilled to bring Home National Bank’s trusted banking services to the Ravenswood...

This week in Athens County, Ohio, there were several incidents that occurred. These include the arrest of two individuals involved in theft offenses, the setting of funeral services for victims of a recent fire, the accusation of a former Jacksonville Jaguars employee stealing millions of dollars, and reports of trespassing and a fire alarm being set off in different locations.

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A woman arrested on multiple drug trafficking charges will now spend around a decade in prison. The Athens County Prosecutor’s Office said in a release that an Athens County Court of Common Pleas judge sentenced 59-year-old Sandra Petrey, of Athens, to 9-to-13 ½ years of prison time. Petrey was convicted of […]

ATHENS COUNTY, Ohio (WTAP) - Two people were arrested after being the focus of a long-term investigation related to theft offenses in Athens County. Chandra Smyers, 36, of Athens, and Bryon Ely, 35, of New Marshfield, were both located at a residence in New Marshfield, taken into custody, and taken to the Southeast Ohio Regional Jail.

Have you been contemplating pet adoption, or simply love perusing adorable pets? A myriad of delightful pets are available for adoption at various animal shelters in the vicinity of pomeroy..

RAVENSWOOD, W.Va. (WTAP) - West Virginia’s First Lady is helping students by introducing them to a new furry friend. Ravenswood High School was the 18th school in the state to receive a therapy dog as part of the Friends With Paws Program. This program is aimed at getting kids...

APPLE GROVE, W.Va. — Friday’s weather forecast was enough to convince Michael Drake to take a day off from work and head to the Ohio River. “With a cold front coming in, I thought they might start feeding up,” said Drake who spends a lot of time and effort chasing trophy sized catfish on the Ohio and Kanawha Rivers in West Virginia.

A man has been arrested in connection to the death of a 69-year-old man on Friday.

GALLIPOLIS, Ohio (WSAZ) - A woman and an infant were killed on Tuesday afternoon during an accident on State Route 588, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. The two-vehicle crash happened around 1:15 p.m. near milepost 3 in Raccoon Township in Gallia County. Troopers say Brandi Wilbur, 44, of...

Breakfast with Santa will be held at the Pomeroy branch of the Meigs County District Public Library from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. The event will be held in the River Room. Breakfast will be pancakes, milk, and orange juice. Photos will be taken of each family and made available online through the library’s Facebook page.

Photo from Unsplash and unrelated to the city. For most people, it is a constant necessity of life to manage gas prices. The national average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas on Saturday is $3.167, a week ago the price is $3.247 , according to AAA.

POINT PLEASANT, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Thanksgiving and Christmas time are a great way to end the year, and with that comes an incredible amount of good will. Chloe Stuckey, our latest Hometown Hero, got our attention by helping feed the hungry in her community -- and she’s only 12 years old.

MASON COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — Deputies investigating a vehicle theft in Mason County are asking the public for help. Photos posted to the Mason County Sheriff's Office Facebook page show a suspect that investigators said may be involved in a vehicle theft that occurred Wednesday at Camp Conley Mart in Point Pleasant.

ALBANY, Ohio (WOUB) – The Buckeyes came into Friday’s game with a 1-1 record to start their season. Nelsonville-York took on the Alexander Spartans, looking to improve their record. They did just that, with the Nelsonville-York coach bringing home his first ever win against the Spartans. In the...

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – Pearl Harbor Survivor Bob Batterson of Mason, West Virginia, passed away in South Texas in August 2023 at 102-years-old after living a life of service. But just months before his passing, he spoke with WOWK 13 News Anchor Pat Simon while both were in Texas about his experience on that tragic […]

SABRATON, W.Va. — Highlights from Wyoming East’s 70-60 win over Ravenswood in the Vision Homes Invitational.

Discover why a proposed 300-acre solar farm in Mason County, WV, is facing opposition from local neighbors and farmers. Learn about the concerns over visual impact, wildlife, and farmland preservation, despite the project's potential for job creation and local earnings.

ATHENS COUNTY, Ohio — Although winter doesn’t officially begin until Dec. 21, holiday imagery abounds with wintry imagery: snowflakes, snowmen, hot chocolate, snow-capped conifers, and cozy, cold-weather activities. With a changing climate, however, December in Athens County may look quite different in coming years. It certainly won’t feel...

In this article, we explore three exceptional Italian restaurants in Gallipolis. Have you had the chance to dine at any of these establishments yet? If yes, we would love to hear about your experiences. Please share your thoughts in the comments section below: