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West Virginia, Ohio looking to FEMA for disaster relief

Local News October 6, 2026

CHARLESTON - The governor of West Virginia announced the approval of an extension of the deadline for West Virginia counties to apply for federal disaster relief while the governor of Ohio announced the approval of disaster relief for a number of Ohio counties while others are still awaiting approval. Governors in West Virginia and Ohio are still looking for areas in need of assistance from recent weather related disasters who would qualify for federal relief funding. West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey announced Monday that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has ...

Picture This: Attention Span

Local News October 6, 2026

WILLIAMSTOWN – The Williamstown-Marietta Bridge is being inspected this week, resulting in a single-lane closure between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. through Friday, according to the West Virginia Division of Highways. Minor delays are expected, and motorists are asked to reduce their speed, follow the ...

Home invasion results in one dead, suspect arrested

Local News October 5, 2026

NEW MATAMORAS – An elderly Grandview Township resident died after being shot during a home invasion, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office announced Monday. According to a release from the sheriff’s office, deputies responded at 12:33 a.m. Sunday to a 911 call and found two people had ...

Miracle League brings inclusive baseball to City Park

Local News October 5, 2026

PARKERSBURG — Individuals with disabilities took the field at City Park on Saturday during a Miracle League of the Mid-Ohio Valley demonstration game as organizers continued working toward a permanent home for the program. Brian Lee, president of the organization, said the effort began ...

Pretrial hearing for man arrested at Acton appearance

Local News October 5, 2026

CANFIELD – A man charged with assault after a disturbance during an appearance by Democratic gubernatorial candidate Dr. Amy Acton at the Canfield Fair appeared in court for a pretrial hearing Friday. Since Patrick Havas, 38, of Canfield, was arrested at the fair on Sept. 6, prosecutors ...

Picture This: Keys and Community celebrates Artsbridge's 40th anniversary

Local News October 5, 2026

Artsbridge staffers, board members and supporters gathered Saturday at the Center on Market for Keys and Community — a dueling pianos event that served both as a fundraiser and celebration of the organization's 40th anniversary. Performers Nick and Tyson of New York, NY Dueling Pianos took ...