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Burk named director of Camp Kootaga Foundation

PARKERSBURG — Camp Kootaga Foundation President James Bennon announced the addition of Christopher Burk as the foundation's director. As director, Burk will serve as an ambassador for both Camp Kootaga and the foundation. According to Bennon, Burk will work closely with the executive ...

Trick or treat in the Mid-Ohio Valley not limited to Oct. 31

MARIETTA – Most – but not all – Mid-Ohio Valley communities will observe trick-or-treating on Halloween this year. Although the latest treat-gathering periods end by 8 p.m., folks will also need to remember to set their clocks back that night, with Daylight Saving Time officially ...

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Makers Market Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 873 Farson St., Belpre, is sponsoring a Makers Market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. Proceeds from the market will help support the church’s school mission in Africa, Building a Better Burkina. The church is looking for local makers, bakers, boutiques, artists and small businesses to participate. There is no charge for shoppers. Those interested in a vendor space can email Tammie Brooks at Tammieb225@gmail.com for more information and a vendor application. Comment “Vendor” in the subject line. Halloween Square Dance A Halloween ...

United Bankshares Inc. announces third quarter 2026 earnings

CHARLESTON – United Bankshares Inc. this week reported earnings for the third quarter of 2026 of $128.7 million, or $0.94 per diluted share. Third quarter 2026 results produced annualized returns on average assets, average shareholders’ equity and average tangible common equity, a non-GAAP measure, of 1.5%, 9.24% and 14.68% respectively. “Record net interest income, an expanding net interest margin, and strong organic growth drove earnings in the third quarter of 2026,” said Richard M. Adams Jr., United’s chief executive officer. “Continuing to underpin our success are our ...