Former staff, W.Va. officials pay tribute to the legacy of former governor, senator Jay Rockefeller

November 6, 2026

CHARLESTON - For many, the Rockefeller name is associated with oil and money. But in West Virginia, it's associated with a man who came to a state he didn't know and dedicated his life to…

Sons of American Revolution observe Fort Harmar's 241st anniversary

MARIETTA – The Sons of the American Revolution held a Fort Harmar 241st Anniversary observance Thursday morning in Marietta. Vice…

Perry Forensic fraud unit talks to Wood Commission about local fraud crimes

PARKERSBURG- There are a number of fraud crimes affecting people in Wood County, according to a former Wood County Sheriff.…

Opportunity zones established in West Virginia, including Wood County

CHARLESTON – Opportunity zones are being established across the state, including in Wood County. West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced…

Around Town (11/6)

Howlin’ for the HSOV The Humane Society of the Ohio Valley will be hosting a fundraising event at 7:30 p.m.…

Picture This: Fall on the island

The changing colors of the trees on Blennerhassett Island were on display Thursday as a barge made its way up…

NEW CONCORD — Marietta College closed out its regular season non-conference schedule in impressive fashion Thursday afternoon, defeating Thiel College 3-0 (25-23, 25-14, 25-19) in a neutral site matchup on the campus of Muskingum. The opening set was a battle from start to finish, featuring six ties and four lead changes. Marietta used an…

’Jackets host Central in W.Va. small school showdown

Mid-Ohio Valley Prep Football Statistical Leaders

All-Southeast District Soccer Teams

Editorials

Award a reminder of work being done to revive our region

Mid-Ohio Valley residents can probably think of properties across our region that are contaminated and in need of cleanup because of our industrial past. Among the tools for taking care of those messes are the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Brownfields and Land Revitalization Program grants. But that program requires capable local organizations to get…

Changes in the rules about how we approach and drive by traffic incidents have met some…

Give crash responders the room they need to work safely (editorial for 11/5)

National Diabetes Awareness Month takes on a different significance in Appalachia, and WalletHub’s “2026’s Most Overweight…

Ignoring obesity epidemic only makes it worse

Handling the responsibilities of the president and SEO of the Southeastern Ohio Port Authority is no…

New leadership set to continue SEOPA's good work

Business

WVU Medicine Camden Clark recognized in 2027 Healthgrades specialty care ratings

PARKERSBURG – WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center has earned national recognition for clinical…

Memorial Health System holds ceremony for final beam at new Sistersville General Hospital

Burk named director of Camp Kootaga Foundation

CHARLESTON – United Bankshares Inc. this week reported earnings for the third quarter of 2026 of…

United Bankshares Inc. announces third quarter 2026 earnings

Are you satisfied with the results of Tuesday's general election?

Local Columns

MOV Climate Corner: The election and safe drinking water

Although many voters in the Mid-Ohio Valley have cast their ballots through early voting, many more will express their preferences on Nov. 3. Among the most important issues for the voters in this region are injection wells and the danger they pose to our drinking-water aquifers. Several candidates have expressed their views on this…

Living Democracy: The myth of voter fraud

The Way I See It: I’m not scared, are you?

Op-ed: Saving Dorothy Webster Hall - it's of historical significance

Neighborhood News

Around Town (11/6)

Howlin’ for the HSOV The Humane Society of the Ohio Valley will be hosting a fundraising event at 7:30 p.m. today in the Ballroom of the Lafayette Hotel. The event will have live music featuring the River City Rodeo and Moon & the Shiners. Admission is a suggested $10 donation or a large bag…

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