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Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Mcconnelsville.

On 21st September 2023, various law enforcement activities occurred in several townships. In Pioneer Township, officers checked on a suspicious vehicle at a business. In Waterford Township, a search was carried out for reported trespassers, but none were found. A man was found resting on State Route 821, but he was just resting.

Another academic year means another recruitment week for Marietta College’s sororities. This year, the three sororities on campus, Alpha Xi Deta, Chi Omega and Sigma Kappa, had their recruitment week from September 9th to September 16th. The week entailed themed parties and ended with the most exciting day of...

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - UPDATE: 9/23/23 5:24 p.m. One fatality has been confirmed with the other party sustaining injuries as a possible result of the crash according to Parkersburg Police Department . The crash is still under investigation. Police say a pickup truck and a motorcycle got into a wreck...

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - The City of Parkersburg introduces Big Truck Day to Southwood Park. The free event featured fire trucks, excavators and everything in between. Activities and concessions were provided. Ryan Barber, city development director, said the event is a great way to give back to the community. “Big...

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - “...A bunch of people coming together to take part in something that was really hard. It’s still one of the hardest things I’ve ever done. Getting to do those live football broadcasts, but I learned so much and it really developed a lot of the skills that I was really eager to get to develop.”

On September 19, 2023, Deputy Welch investigated a car accident on private property. Isaac Blair's vehicle was hit by Judy Smith in a parking lot near the Courthouse. Blair's car sustained minor to moderate damage and was towed away. Blair, a resident of Fulton Street in Marietta, Ohio, received a citation for driving without a license.

Waterford’s defense throttled Matamoras Frontier, resulting in a 31-0 shutout in Ohio high school football on Sept. 22. The last time Waterford and Matamoras Frontier played in a 41-0 game on Sept. 23, 2022. In recent action on Sept. 8, Matamoras Frontier faced off against Cameron and Waterford took...

Gambill Amusements is reintroducing the carnival tradition to Parkersburg after a five-year absence. The event features games, rides, fair food and more, promising a combination of fun and nostalgia.

This late summer in Ohio has seen temperatures in the mid-70s, making for nice weather in Parkersburg and Athens. A gentle east-northeast breeze adds to the calm atmosphere, but this won't last.

Marietta, Ohio has the benefit of being located along the confluence of two beautiful riversides – the Ohio River and the Muskingum River. The town’s rich history is tied to this choice location and its original settlement of Campus Martius. Today, the town is utilizing its gorgeous riverside to encourage physical activity in its community with the Marietta River Trail.

According to reports, the Washington C.H. Police Department responded to the following calls:. Theft: At 6:18 p.m., officers responded to CVS in reference to a theft complaint. Staff was able to provide video surveillance of the offender stealing merchandise. At this time, a report was taken and the investigation is ongoing.

On 19th September 2023, deputies responded to various incidents across multiple townships. In Lowell, a deputy was called for an animal issue, which was later cancelled. In Marietta, a deputy and local PD found deceased dogs under an interstate bridge. Deputy Norris issued a speeding citation to Trevor Boerio in Frontier Local school zone.

A vehicle search on Ohio State Route 7 led to the arrest of two people from Ohio. On Thursday, Monroe County Sheriff officials say they conducted a traffic stop for a traffic violation on State Route 7 in Salem Township. Officials say they got consent for a search after interviewing the occupants in the vehicle. […]

PARKERSBURG — At a time when the desire for better government is on the minds of people the world over, Jehovah’s Witnesses will launch an international campaign to bring attention to a universal solution. The Witnesses will feature a special edition of “The Watchtower” magazine, available in over 780 languages in print and online, with the theme “What Is God’s Kingdom?”

MARIETTA — Numerous local veterans groups will join forces to gather needed resources through community donations. The fourth annual Complete the Mission Food Drive will take place Sept. 30 at 700 Channel Lane from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Donations will benefit the Gospel Mission Food Pantry. The drive,...

MARIETTA, Ohio (WTAP) – The Washington County Sheriff’s Office was awarded funding for body-worn cameras. The U.S. Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Assistance through Justice & Security Strategies, Inc. will award the Sheriff’s Office with $70,000 for the bodycams. The grant awards were announced on...

Over a thousand people came to Marietta College’s Family Weekend and ventured into Don Drumm Stadium to watch the Marietta College Pioneers face the Otterbein Cardinals. The Cardinals did not fare well as they were outmatched on both sides of the ball. The end result would be a dominant 50-0 shutout for Marietta College as Marietta moves to 2-1 and Otterbein falls to 0-4.

PARKERSBURG — Two of the top Class AAA programs in the state matched up Saturday morning inside the Erickson All-Sports Facility and host Parkersburg South managed to pull out a key 1-0 victory against Hurricane. The Redskins of head coach Shelly Young, who dropped to 10-1-1 and play host...

MARIETTA — The Williamstown Bridge will be closed several hours Thursday as the Ohio Department of Transportation installs signage with the state’s new branding. Signs bearing the slogan “Ohio, The Heart of it All” are replacing older signs on Ohio’s borders. The tagline was previously used by the state between 1984 and 2001, and the reimagined brand was announced during Ohio Tourism Day on May 10, according to a release from ODOT.