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everafterinthewoods.com
The Best Barbecue In The Midwest Is “Crafted” In This Humble Ohio Restaurant
In a small river town in Ohio, the smell of smoked meat drifts all the way down to the water’s edge, and the moment it hits you, your plans suddenly become very negotiable. I kept hearing locals talk about a barbecue spot in Marietta with the kind of loyalty you usually reserve for family recipes, and after my first visit, the hype made perfect sense.
Parkersburg News & Sentinel
Made the Cut: Parkersburg Catholic alumnus graduates from Greenbrier culinary apprenticeship
PARKERSBURG – A Parkersburg man has graduated from the Culinary Apprenticeship Program at the world-class Greenbrier Resort in White Sulphur Springs. Zachery Cerqueda, 36, is a chef at the resort where he successfully completed the three-year program on Feb. 28. The apprenticeship program accepts a maximum of four people a year, sometimes not that many, he said.
Parkersburg News & Sentinel
Beyond the Valley – Entertainment: Parkersburg native Luke Colombo receives ‘American Idol’ golden ticket
PARKERSBURG – Luke Colombo said music is his passion, but the 17-year-old Parkersburg resident “never thought in a thousand years” he would have a following on social media – or end up on “American Idol.”. After months of interviews and auditions, Colombo earned a spot...
WTAP
16 Annual MOV Easter Parade
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - The Mid-Ohio Valley is getting ready for their 16 Annual MOV Easter Parade. This year the parade is on March 21 at 2 pm on Market Street in downtown Parkersburg. The Theme is LEGOS: Building on Jesus. You can visit their Facebook page or visit either...
Athens Messenger
The Mine Tavern works to rebuild
NELSONVILLE, Ohio — In the aftermath of a devastating structural collapse, the owners of The Mine Tavern are working to rebuild with help from the community. On Feb. 15, The Mine Tavern suffered a partial structural collapse when a six foot section of the brick wall extending from the ground to the roof collapsed, as previously reported by The Messenger. The Mine Tavern is the second-oldest tavern in Ohio and has been in continuous operation since 1842, Patrick Norway, the manager of The Mine Tavern, said. Norway and his parents purchased the tavern three years ago from previous owner Joseph Koker and are the eighth family to own the tavern since it opened in the 19th century. Prior to purchasing the tavern, the Norways owned a construction and excavation business. However, Norway and his mother’s health issues resulted in the family searching for other business opportunities that weren’t as physically demanding, he explained. “My brother first started working here and when he had his child, he pursued a different [career] and I stepped in a little bit when the construction business was slow in the wintertime,” Norway said. The collapse took place while Norway’s father was cleaning and heard a
WOUB
River City Blues Festival returns to Marietta for 33rd year
MARIETTA, Ohio (WOUB) — The Mid-Ohio Valley Blues, Jazz, and Folk Music Society (BJFM) returns to Marietta to host the 33rd River City Blues Festival, bringing rising stars and returning crowd favorites to the Lafayette Hotel (101 Front Street) from Friday, March 20 to Saturday, March 21. Jay Phillips,...
WTAP
Ohio River Hunting and Fishing Expo draws more than 2,000 guests
MARIETTA, Ohio (WTAP) - Second annual event features 65 vendors, food trucks and shooting ranges. The second annual Ohio River Hunting and Fishing Expo wrapped up this weekend, drawing more than 2,000 guests over two days. The expo featured more than 65 vendors, food trucks, a kids’ zone and both...
Parkersburg News & Sentinel
Tide in Knots: ‘Finding Nemo Jr.’ opens at Actors Guild of Parkersburg
PARKERSBURG – “Finding Nemo Jr.” opened at the Actors Guild of Parkersburg on Friday. The production features a cast of 40 young performers, ages 9-18, who bring the Great Barrier Reef, the deep ocean, and Sydney Harbour to life through choreography, colorful costumes, and large-scale puppetry. Disney’s...
Athens Messenger
Pizza Cottage closes its doors
LANCASTER, Ohio — After five years in business, Pizza Cottage has shuttered its Athens location. Pizza Cottage announced that it would be closing its Athens location, “effective immediately,” on Feb. 26 in a press release. Located at 951 E. State St., the Lancaster-based chain of pizza restaurants opened its Athens location in September 2021. The Athens location was the eighth Pizza Cottage restaurant to open and was one of 11 locations across the state. Pizza Cottage was founded in 1972 and is owned by Larry E. Tipton. An entrepreneur from Lancaster, Tipton acquired the chain in 2017 through his company, Larry Tipton Restaurants . Other Pizza Cottage locations include Buckeye Lake, Circleville, Grove City, Mount Vernon, Newark, Pickerington, Powell-Lewis Center, Zanesville and two restaurants in Lancaster at Fair Avenue and East Main Street. All employees at Pizza Cottage’s Athens location were given the opportunity to pursue jobs at the restaurant’s other locations. However, the company does not intend to leave the Athens market permanently. Pizza Cottage is currently planning on opening a new location in Uptown Athens in an effort to attract traffic from Ohio University students, Tipton explained. “It has been our honor to serve the Athens community for
WOWK 13 News
Strickland family to open Chicken Salad Chick locations in honor of late daughter
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) — One West Virginia family is continuing to keep their daughter’s legacy alive by bringing in a fresh franchise to the state. After losing their daughter Leah in a 2022 car accident, Michael and Emily Strickland recently shared their newest adventure of opening three Chicken Salad Chick locations in the state of […]
WOWK 13 News
Foodies savor day two of Ripley Restaurant Week
JACKSON COUNTY, W.Va. (WOWK) — The City of Ripley is celebrating all the good eats around town with an event called Restaurant Week. It started on Monday and will last until Feb. 28. The West Virginia Artisan Market is one of 12 eateries participating in the event, and they are serving some specials for the […]
Broadway World
West Virginia Symphony Orchestra Performs SYMPHONY OF ILLUSIONS - Parkersburg in April
West Virginia Symphony Orchestra will perform SYMPHONY OF ILLUSIONS - Parkersburg in April. The performance is on Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM at Blennerhassett School. Master illusionist Michael Grandinetti will perform mind-bending feats of magic on stage while the WV Symphony plays enchanting musical selections....
WTAP
Arts and entertainment events happening February 26th-March 1st across the Mid-Ohio Valley
PARKERSBURG, W.Va . (WTAP) - Here is a look at all the arts and entertainment events happening this weekend across the Mid-Ohio Valley. A complete list of events can be found at artsbridgeonline.org. Thursday, February 26th. Appalachian Nature and Art Photography Competition and Exhibition. Art Exhibit by Michael Mueller- Photography...
Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
Three Buffalo Wild Wings locations join Lancaster Wings network
Lancaster-based business owner Larry Tipton has expanded his restaurant portfolio by acquiring three additional Buffalo Wild Wings franchise locations. Tipton's company, Lancaster Wings Inc. , took ownership of the restaurants in St. Clairsville, Ohio, and Moundsville and Parkersburg, West Virginia, according to a community announcement. “We are thrilled to expand our ownership of Buffalo Wild Wings,” Tipton said in the announcement. “Serving new communities has always been important to us, and this expansion allows us to do just that. We’re excited to engage with these communities and hope our restaurants become a favorite location to gather and dine.” Staffing and operations remain unchanged The transition to new ownership is expected to be seamless, allowing guests to continue enjoying their favorite menu items and game-day experiences without interruption, according to the announcement. The company says it is also committed to supporting restaurant team members throughout the process and maintaining strong connections within each community. In addition to the new locations, Lancaster Wings Inc. owns 10 Buffalo Wild Wings franchise locations across Ohio and Arizona, as well as 10 Pizza Cottage locations throughout Ohio and the Pink Cricket restaurant in Ohio. With the acquisition, the company now owns 13 Buffalo Wild Wings
WTAP
Parkersburg teen earns golden ticket to Hollywood on American Idol
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - Self-taught guitarist Luke Colombo, 17, was hand-picked by casting directors after they found him on TikTok. Luke Colombo did not grow up dreaming of a spotlight. He grew up watching his father and grandfather play music, wondering if he would ever pick it up himself. Now,...
sciotopost.com
Lancaster Business Owner Expands Buffalo Wild Wings Franchise with Three New Locations
LANCASTER, Ohio — A Lancaster-based restaurant group is expanding its footprint with the acquisition of three additional Buffalo Wild Wings locations in Ohio and West Virginia. Lancaster Wings Inc. announced it has taken ownership of restaurants in St. Clairsville, Moundsville, and Parkersburg. The company officially assumed ownership on Thursday,...
WTAP
Ripley area holds second annual Restaurant Week Feb. 23-28
RIPLEY, W.Va. (WTAP) - The Ripley Convention & Visitor Bureau and Main Street Ripley are hosting the second annual Ripley Area Restaurant Week from Feb. 23-28, featuring 12 participating restaurants. Brenda Mobley, executive director of the Ripley CVB, said the event was created in 2025 to promote the Ripley area...