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20 indicted by Washington County grand jury

20 people were indicted by the Washington County Grand Jury this week, primarily on charges relating to drugs. * Tyrone M. N'Carrius Woodward, 21, 1701 Augusta Circle, SE, Apartment A, Wilson, N.C.: aggravated possession of drugs, a second-degree felony; aggravated trafficking in drugs, a second-degree felony; tampering with drugs, a third-degree felony, from January.

Washington County, OH · 3d

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Longtime West Virginia Capitol ‘Momma’ being remembered

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) — A woman who was once called “the soul of the Capitol” is being remembered by many.  Known to many as “Mama Jo,” JoAnn Calhoun was 92 years old when she passed. She began her career in state government in 1969, and retired in 2005. During that time, she worked for four […]

Charleston, WV · 3d

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New businesses opening at Park Place

SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - City leaders in South Charleston call it a game changer. Park Place is bringing in new businesses -- providing residents with more options for restaurants and retail. Nothing Bundt Cakes opened up in the development on Monday morning. People in South Charleston can also look...

South Charleston, WV · 2d
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Hocking Athens Perry Community Action Gets 00,000 for Essential Home Repairs

Homeowners in Hocking, Athens and Perry counties who have been putting off a failing furnace, a leaking roof or a bathroom they can no longer safely use are in line for help. Hocking Athens Perry Community Action will receive $300,000 from the Ohio Department of Development for essential home repairs and accessibility modifications, State Representative […]

Hocking County, OH · 3d

athensindependent.com

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Broken water main leaves The Plains without water

THE PLAINS, Ohio — A water main break in The Plains today, Wednesday, Nov. 11, has drained its water supply, leaving residents without water. The source of the break is unclear. In The Plains/Chauncey Neighborhood Facebook group, Oscar Carson, superintendent of the Athens County Water and Sewer District, said that the district had to let the water tanks drain completely so that the leak could be fixed.

Athens County, OH · 17h

Parkersburg News & Sentinel

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Moe Bandy at the Ohio Valley Opry

BELPRE - Country music legend Moe Bandy will perform at 6 p.m. Nov. 21 at the Ohio Valley Opry in Belpre. With a career of more than five decades, Bandy is among traditional country music’s most recognizable voices and is known for his honky-tonk sound and storytelling, according to a release from the venue. Among his hits are “Bandy the Rodeo Clown,” “Hank Williams, You Wrote My Life,” “It’s a Cheatin’ Situation” and “Americana.”

Belpre, OH · 1d

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State Senator-elect Robb excited to make “change” in West Virginia

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Known for his three decades as South Charleston mayor, Richie Robb is preparing to make an impact at the state Capitol. A Democrat, Robb unseated Republican incumbent Anne Charnock in the unexpired 17th State Senate District race this November. Robb garnered 14,732 votes, good for 53 percent of the vote.

South Charleston, WV · 2d

NewsForce 24/7

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$10 Million Plan Will Turn Marietta’s Historic Glass Press Buildings Into Housing, Food Hall

A long-vacant pair of historic buildings in the heart of downtown Marietta is set for new life under a $10 million redevelopment plan announced by Ataraxia Properties, LLC, working with JobsOhio, Ohio Southeast Economic Development (OhioSE), the Southeast Ohio Port Authority and the City of Marietta, according to a release from OhioSE. The project will […]

Marietta, OH · 2d

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End of an era as Mason County Commissioner Rick Handley reflects on 30 years in office

POINT PLEASANT, W.Va. (WCHS) — It's the end of an era in Mason County where a commissioner who has been a pillar of the community for three decades was defeated for the first time ever. It was an emotional moment as Rick Handley was unseated by his close friend...

Mason County, WV · 1d

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Parkersburg City Council approves mayoral salary increase to $125,000

Parkersburg City Council voted 5-3 Tuesday to approve an ordinance raising the mayor’s salary from $90,000 to $125,000.

Parkersburg, WV · 1d

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Festival of Trees returns for another round of holiday cheer

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - The Festival of Trees, a tradition in the Mid-Ohio Valley that dates back decades, has nearly 70 entries on display this year. People can vote for a tree until December 9. The festival grows each year. Stacey DeCicco, executive director for the United Way Alliance, said...

Parkersburg, WV · 1d

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Mayoral raise passed by Parkersburg City Council

PARKERSBURG - City Council approved the final reading of a nearly 39% pay increase for the next mayor after rejecting two amendments during a Tuesday meeting that at times turned raucous as members of the audience expressed their opposition to that and other matters. It happened during the first meeting...

Parkersburg, WV · 1d

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Progressive gifts veteran in West Virginia a new vehicle

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) — A veteran living in West Virginia is getting a helping hand as she works toward her next chapter. Wintre Ward, an Ohio Army National Guard veteran, received the keys to a Chevy Malibu on Tuesday as part of the Progressive Keys to Progress program. Ward,...

West Virginia · 17h

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Delays on Wood County Route 21/26 scheduled

Wood County, W.Va. (WTAP) - There will be delays on Wood County Route 21/26, Dutch Central, beginning two miles from the junction of Wood County Route 21, Old US 21, for a slip repair. The work is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026, through the end of November of 2026...

Wood County, WV · 1d

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West Virginia Thanksgiving Travel: Salted I-77 Can Still Ice Over

Charleston, Huntington and Beckley drivers should know why even salted highways can become dangerously icy.

West Virginia · 16h

Parkersburg News & Sentinel

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State Auditor Hunt defends personal involvement in deeds for friend, former employee

CHARLESTON - State Auditor Mark Hunt justified the use of his authority to sign delinquent property tax deeds on behalf of a friend and former employee of the State Auditor's Office whose wife was also a donor to Hunt's political campaigns, but didn't know if he was under federal investigation when asked on statewide talk radio Monday.

West Virginia · 2d

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Trail network along Corridor G growing with two new bridges, receiving $35,000 from Kanawha County Commission for project

ALUM CREEK, W.Va. — A trail network along Corridor G in Kanawha County is becoming better connected with two new bridges. The Forks of Coal Foundation, which operates property on the side of the highway deeded to them by the late businessman Jack Workman, received a $35,000 check from the Kanawha County Commission this week. That money will go towards installing connectors between properties on each side of the highway, the Forks of Coal Foundation land to the north and the newly acquired southern-side property.

Kanawha County, WV · 16h

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City Council Chambers bag restrictions to begin Tuesday

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - The City of Parkersburg is implementing new bag restrictions for those attending City Council meetings. Precautionary measures are being implemented to promote public safety. The following items will not be permitted inside the City Council chambers:. Backpacks. Duffel bags. Oversized tote bags. Purses will be permitted,...

Parkersburg, WV · 2d

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Special prosecutor request to be considered in Kanawha County ambulance case

CHARLESTON, W.Va – Another hearing is set for Thursday in the case of Alyssa Middleton, the former Kanawha County EMT accused of hitting and killing Elkview man John Lucas with an ambulance earlier this year. Kanawha County Circuit Judge Dave Hardy is expected to hear arguments regarding a motion...

Kanawha County, WV · 21h

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State School Building Authority hearing from 34 county school superintendents this week; to distribute $61 million

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Education leaders from all around West Virginia are stopping by the state School Building Authority’s office in the Capital City early this week. Superintendents from 34 counties are making their pitches to the SBA to receive some of the $61 million that will be distributed this year. Seventeen education officials presented before the SBA board on Monday, with 17 more to follow on Tuesday.

West Virginia · 2d