MARIETTA – Rain followed by heat appeared to keep some folks away from the opening day of the Washington County Fair on Saturday, but milder weather – not to mention some exciting activities – drew them to the fairgrounds on Sunday. “Attendance has been up today compared to last ...
MARIETTA - The Washington County Fair officially starts on Saturday, though some events are planned for tonight and preparations are well underway. The event will mark its 175th anniversary from Saturday through Tuesday at the Washington County Fairgrounds. Today * 6 p.m. Beef Jackpot Show, ...
The towboat Walter Charlie Neale passes Monday by the rear of the Natalie Jane, the first sternwheeler to arrive at the Ohio River Levee for the Ohio River Sternwheel Festival. The festival, which will be the 50th held in Marietta, begins Sept. 11. (Photo by Art Smith)
MARIETTA — During Peoples Bank Theatre’s 10-year anniversary open house Sunday, Settlers Bank announced it is making a $500,000 investment in the future of the theatre. According to Peoples Bank, the gift is a “transformational commitment designed to strengthen the historic venue ...
Dolly Parton, the country music icon whose soaring vibrato vocals, poignant songwriting and sparkling costumes defined her rise from a log cabin in the Tennessee mountains to the height of stardom and acclaim, has died. She was 80 years old. Known for her curvy physique, massive blonde wigs ...
PARKERSBURG – The “American Pickers” TV show is returning to West Virginia and Ohio this fall. The documentary series airs on the History Channel and follows skilled “pickers” hunting for valuable antiques around the country. According to releases from the show’s producers, ...
