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Coplin celebration to mark new Parkersburg Mobile Health Unit stop

Local News July 2, 2026

PARKERSBURG — Coplin Health Systems is expanding its Mobile Health Unit program with a new ongoing community stop at Parkersburg Fire Station No. 2. The stop will begin with a community celebration from 1 to 4 p.m. July 8. The event will give residents a chance to tour the Mobile Health Unit, meet Coplin care providers, take part in family-friendly activities and learn more about services offered through the program. Free popsicles will be provided to children. Parkersburg Fire Chief Jason Matthews and the Parkersburg Fire Department also will participate in the event, offering ...

Mid-Ohio Valley under extreme heat warning through Friday

Local News July 1, 2026

MARIETTA - An extreme heat warning remains in effect for the Mid-Ohio Valley until 10 p.m. Friday, July 3, according to the National Weather Service in Charleston. The weather service reported “dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 108” and “heat-related illnesses ...

U.S. Supreme Court upholds W.Va. transgender student-athlete prohibition

Local News July 1, 2026

CHARLESTON - A majority of the justices on the U.S. Supreme Court said a West Virginia law prohibiting transgender girls and women from participating in sports designated for biological girls and women did not violate the rights of a Harrison County transgender girl. In a 6-3 decision ...

Around Town

Local News July 1, 2026

Sewer Work on Franklin Street The Water Reclamation Department will be performing work on the 400 block of Franklin Street to maintain, repair or replace the sanitary sewer. Franklin Street will be closed to traffic between Putnam and Lancaster Streets. There will be no parking on either side of the street from 413 Franklin St. to Lancaster Street. The road will be closed until the repairs are completed. This may necessitate the use of heavy equipment. If you have concerns about above or below-ground work, landscaping or any other questions about the sanitary sewer work, call the Water ...

Spirit of Giving grant application window open for local nonprofits

Local News July 1, 2026

PARKERSBURG – Area non-profits will be able to apply for the PM Company’s 2026 Spirit of Giving grants starting today. The application period will be open July 1 through Aug. 30 for organizations serving vulnerable and underserved populations in Wood County and Washington County, according to a press release from the PM Company. In 2025, Spirit of Giving awarded $81,000 to 13 local nonprofit organizations, helping advance missions that provide vital services, education, and outreach. Since its founding, the fund has awarded more than 300 grants totaling $1,003,500 to nonprofits ...

Marietta couple celebrates 100th birthday and 75th wedding anniversary

Anniversaries July 1, 2026

MARIETTA - Richard “Dick” and Phyllis Holley celebrated both their 75th wedding anniversary and their 100th birthdays this year. The couple was recognized at The Glenwood Community Monday evening. Friends and family from across the country arrived by car and plane to attend the ...