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Ribbon cutting being held for the opening of The Roller Derby
A ribbon cutting is going to be held for the newly improved and renovated Roller Derby in Moundsville. The Roller Derby, located on 10th street in Moundsville, West Virginia will be having a ribbon cutting for it’s opening on May 16. The Roller Derby closed it’s doors on April 3, 2021 until it’s new owners, […]
Local girl scouts troop hosting Taylor Swift and Disney theme summer camp
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – Summer is right around the corner, which means kids will be out of school with lots of free time on their hands. The Marshall County Girl Scouts are prepping for their annual camp at the end of May and are inviting new members to join in on the fun! […]
Time capsules unearthed at former OVMC give a glimpse into life 112 years ago
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — Hundreds of people came out to Wheeling today for a very special ceremony that celebrated the iconic history of an Ohio Valley institution that touched the lives of many. As the demolition of the Ohio Valley Medical Center continued, two time capsules that were buried under the building were […]
From Wheeling to Washington? Elliott looking to move from mayor’s office to Manchin’s Senate seat
WHEELING — Glenn Elliott gave himself a year. In 2009, he knew he needed to get out of Washington D.C., despite finding success in the legal profession. Success didn’t equal satisfaction, so he realized he needed to go. He wanted to return home to Wheeling. He just didn’t know how long he wanted to stay.
Medical students face uncertainty due to potential EGCC closure
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio — Eastern Gateway Community College students in three particular programs are learning more about their future at Youngstown State University. A couple weeks ago an email was sent from an associate dean at Youngstown State University to students currently enrolled at EGCC. The students have been taking classes in the radiology, respiratory therapy, and medical assisting programs. But with the news of EGCC potentially closing, some of the students enrolled at YSU.
Wheeling Mayoral Election: Meet Carl Carpenter
Wheeling, W.Va. (WTRF) – 7NEWS is your Local Election Headquarters, and the city of Wheeling is facing a crowded field of candidates vying for the job of Mayor. There are 6 candidates running, and we’re going to profile each one for you. We’re going alphabetically, starting with Carl Carpenter. Mr. Carpenter has been a Wheeling […]
ACE’s Series focuses on overcoming and preventing childhood trauma
Brooke County, W.Va. (WTRF) – In support of Child Abuse Prevention Month, one local organization hosted a training session focused on overcoming and preventing childhood trauma. The Brooke/Hancock Family Resource Network along with the Hancock County Partners in Prevention Team presented a training session based on a study known as the ACE’s series. That stands […]
Mingo Junction's multimillion business complex advances
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio — Two new businesses are making their way to Mingo Junction - a gas station and an ice cream shop in a new complex first reported on by NEWS9 earlier this year. The multimillion-dollar development is being built off Ohio 7 before the Commercial Avenue exit.
American Red Cross teams up with Sport Clips and NASCAR to increase blood donations
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – The American Red Cross is teaming up with Sport Clips and NASCAR to make sure we have a proper supply of blood on hand as we enter May. From now until May 31st, every blood donation will get you a coupon for a free haircut at Sport Clips. And from […]
Wheeling says homeless camps have cost taxpayers almost $90,000 in 7 months
As Wheeling’s unhoused population locates to an exempted camp near the maintenance trail along Wheeling Creek, City officials are eyeing the cost of previous camp cleanups which is coming in just below $90,000 for a seven-month period. According to data compiled by the City Manager’s office, taxpayers were on the hook for $87,846.11 between the […]
Historic Landmark in West Virginia is now an Airbnb
A historic landmark in West Virginia has been turned into an Airbnb. The Lucas Walter built in 1906 in Wellsburg has been turned into Arabian Nights LLC. Danielle D Thomas, owner of the historic home, said it has been a “dream come true to be able to be part of this Hallmark community and to […]
Two of West Virginia’s worst mine disasters happened 10 years apart on same date
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – West Virginia’s long history of coal mining does not come without tragedy, and two of the deadliest mining disasters happened just 10 years apart on the same date. The date was April 28. On that day in 1914, 183 miners lost their lives in an explosion at a mine in Eccles […]
Brooke EMA offering free Project Lifesaver training
BROOKE COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) Brooke County Emergency Management is once again holding a free Project Lifesaver Program training class. Project Lifesaver began as a way to track individuals that were prone to wandering, like those with Alzheimer’s, Autism, Down Syndrome or dementia. This training is mostly for first responders but is open to the public […]
West Virginia Governor Jim Justice donates $2 million dollars to help restore almost 150 tombstones destroyed by severe weather
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — Governor Jim Justice handed a $2 million check to the Wheeling Mt. Zion Cemetery Association Thursday afternoon. A storm-induced landslide took out a large portion of the hillside, wiping out an estimated 150 gravestones and monuments there a month ago. The governor said he...
First responders train in mock shooter scenario at local college
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – Shots, sirens, and screams could be heard from Wheeling University’s campus, but in a scenario where for once, the combination of these things is for a good reason. Serious injuries can be life threatening, and it can happen in an instant. The special effects...
Gas prices down slightly after ‘skyrocket,’ AAA says
Gas prices in northern West Virginia have dropped by five cents this week after "skyrocketing" 15 cents two weeks ago and increasing again the week after. The average gas price is now $3.59 per gallon of regular gas, according to AAA data.
“I want goodness for this country”: Gov. Justice speaks on Senate run with 7News
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — “We’re on the road to losing America.” That’s what West Virginia Governor Jim Justice told a group of coal workers in Wheeling this week regarding the Biden Administration. In a sitdown with 7News, he elaborated that he sees its policies as quote “haywire,” and that’s why he’s running for U.S. Senate. […]
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