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Decision 2026 | Nearly $100 million in data center money on the line on Mason County ballots

MASON COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - As Mason County voters head to the polls for the 2026 general election as early as next Wednesday, they will see a familiar tax levy on their ballot, for the Mason County Board of Education. The levy asks for the same percentage of property tax...

Mason County, WV · 26d
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Board of Elections: Washington County needs 48 more poll workers for midterm election

MARIETTA, Ohio (WTAP) - The Washington County Board of Elections says it needs to recruit 48 more poll workers ahead of the November midterm election because of new state requirements. Deputy Director Melissa Saltzwedel said the election is expected to be especially busy, and having more poll workers on hand...

Washington County, OH · 26d
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Beanard, Jones face off for the W.Va. House of Delegates District 10 seat

WILLIAMSTOWN - The race for the West Virginia House of Delegates District 10 will be between two Williamstown men who have not previously held the seat. Republican Justin Beanard is facing Democrat Christopher Jones for the seat that now occupied by longtime Republican Delegate Bill Anderson. Anderson lost the primary to Beanard in May by three votes, 829-826, with Anderson deciding not to seek a recount.

West Virginia · 24d
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Affordable housing for seniors opens in The Plains

THE PLAINS, Ohio — A new income-assisted housing complex for seniors had its first community viewing in The Plains on Tuesday. The Lofts on First, a 51-unit building on East First Street, is now open to renters ages 55 and older. Six units were occupied as of Tuesday afternoon, while several more applications have been filed.

The Plains, OH · 26d
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Athens’ share of county property tax to rise 12%

ATHENS, Ohio — At its meeting on Tuesday, Athens City Council’s Finance Committee discussed a forthcoming annual resolution accepting the allocation of property tax revenue set by the Athens County Budget Commission. The city’s share of 2027 county property tax revenue is estimated at around $1.24 million, a...

Athens, OH · 26d

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This Quiet Ohio River Town, The Midwest’s First Settlement, Still Spends Slow Days By The Water

Long before Chicago had a skyline or Cincinnati had a name worth bragging about, one small river town in southeast Ohio got there first. It holds the title of the first organized settlement in the Midwest, and it has never felt the need to shout about it. Today the pace...

Marietta, OH · 27d

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Kenny Skeen appointed to serve Fifth Family Circuit Court

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — West Virginia officials announced a judicial vacancy has been filled. Kennard Lee “Kenny” Skeen II has been appointed to the Fifth Family Circuit Court which serves Jackson, Mason and Wirt counties, according to a news release from Gov. Patrick Morrisey’s Office. The...

Jackson County, WV · 26d

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Wood County Courthouse News: Oct. 8–14, 2026

Brandon Albert Bennett → Xzantheia Michelle Phillips Flinn. Donald Lee Anderson → Tiffany Irene Wolgamott Motz. Milton Edward Gaines and Marlene Sue Gaines → TC Legacy Holdings LLC. Tract on Lynn Street. Michelle R. Irvine and Anita K. James → TC Legacy Holdings LLC. Lot 28,...

Wood County, WV · 26d

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Parkersburg City Council approves pavilion rates, reporting requirement

PARKERSBURG - Rates for the new Simms Powell Pavilion in City Park were finalized Tuesday, along with a requirement for council to receive a report on its usage twice a year. The rates remained unchanged from the first reading, which passed 8-1 on Sept. 22, with Councilwoman Wendy Tuck opposed.

Parkersburg, WV · 26d

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Thrilling Times for ghouls and gals of all ages at Downtown PKB Monster Mash

PARKERSBURG – Downtown PKB hosted the annual Monster Mash event Friday evening in the green space beside Discovery World on Market on Friday evening. The event was free and attendees were encouraged to dress in costume for a "spook-tastic event." Families enjoyed hand-on activities, trick-or-treat giveaways and performances by...

Parkersburg, WV · 24d

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Campbell in running for WVU homecoming court

A student from Parkersburg is in the Homecoming Court at West Virginia University where students today and Wednesday can vote on the royalty. Senior Lakyn Campbell is a journalism and political science major from Parkersburg and graduated with academic honors from Parkersburg High School in 2023. Campbell is among 10...

Morgantown, WV · 27d

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The Forgotten Ohio Ghost Town Where An Old Railroad Tunnel Still Stands In The Woods

A gravel road in southeast Ohio narrowed until it felt like the trees were leaning in to see who was coming. At the end of it sat a quiet parking area, a creek, and a trail that looked like nothing special at first. Then a brick tunnel appeared in the...

Vinton County, OH · 10-07

Parkersburg News & Sentinel

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Wood County development leaders highlight investment

PARKERSBURG -- Preparing properties for new businesses and helping residents enter the workforce remain priorities for economic development officials as Wood County pursues manufacturing investments, infrastructure improvements and the reuse of vacant buildings. Those efforts were highlighted during the joint annual meeting of the Wood County Development Authority and Parkersburg...

Wood County, WV · 24d

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Sheard challenges Ritter for 94th District

Washington County, OH · 25d

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$10 million investment to transform historic Glass Press buildings in downtown Marietta

MARIETTA - The owner of a long-vacant pair of historic buildings in downtown Marietta announced on Tuesday a $10 million redevelopment plan Tuesday in partnership with state and local development agencies. The project is intended to transform the Glass Press buildings at 212 Putnam St. and 217 Union St. into...

Marietta, OH · 27d

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Williamstown Elementary on lockdown due to reported bomb threat

WILLIAMSTOWN, W.Va. (WTAP) - Buses have arrived to take students to safety. The school said all students are safe. “Please allow time for this process to be completed before arriving to pick up your children,” the alert said. WILLIAMSTOWN, W.Va. (WTAP) - Williamstown Elementary School is on lockdown due...

Williamstown, WV · 27d

Parkersburg News & Sentinel

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Proposed Parkersburg mayoral pay raise tabled

PARKERSBURG - Members of City Council voted Tuesday night to table an ordinance raising the salary for the mayor's position beginning in 2029. More than a dozen people spoke against the proposed increase from $90,000 to $125,000 a year during a public forum that lasted the better part of an hour. Council unanimously voted to extend the forum beyond the 30-minute limit so everyone who signed up to speak could do so. Multiple residents cited the area's per capita and median household incomes - $30,355 and $49,025 for 2020-2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau - and asked how city officials could justify a $35,000 a year increase. Some said the city was jumping the gun in making a decision that wouldn't take effect for more than two years.

Parkersburg, WV · 26d

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Washington County Homeless Project launches “$30 from 3000” campaign

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) -The Washington County Homeless Project is launching its “$30 from 3000” campaign to help sustain and expand services for people experiencing homelessness in Washington County. The effort aims to find 3,000 supporters willing to donate $30 each. The money will go into a general fund...

Washington County, OH · 26d

Parkersburg News & Sentinel

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Blatt, Wood County BOE visit Hamilton STEAM class

PARKERSBURG -- Student-built robotics and cube projects gave West Virginia Superintendent of Schools Michele Blatt and members of the Wood County Board of Education a look at hands-on learning Thursday at Hamilton Middle School. The visitors stopped in Katie Tyre's STEAM class, where projects combine science, technology, engineering, art and...

Wood County, WV · 25d

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Arts and entertainment events happening October 15th-18th 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, October 15th. Wes Banco presents Yvonne Reusser with Watercolor Display @ WesBanco- Market St Parkersburg, WV.

Parkersburg, WV · 26d