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Ohio State Highway Patrol investigating fatal Washington County head-on crash

Local News June 30, 2026

WATERTOWN TOWNSHIP — A Belpre man was killed Monday morning in a two-vehicle crash on Ohio 339 near Plum Run Road, according to the Marietta Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. The crash was reported at about 9:46 a.m. June 29. The patrol said Wyatt W. Jarvis, 20, of Belpre, was driving a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado northbound when he crossed the centerline and struck a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado head-on. The second vehicle was driven by Steven Neill, 73, of Waterford. Neill suffered serious injuries and was taken by MedFlight to Grant Medical Center in Columbus. Jarvis was pronounced ...

Fourth of July, America 250 events planned around the Mid-Ohio Valley

Entertainment June 29, 2026

PARKERSBURG – Independence Day is always festively celebrated in the Mid-Ohio Valley, but observances here and around the country will rise to another level as the nation marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Here’s a look at what’s ...

The Buck Stops Here: Judge Sweeney defends public advocacy for abused children against ethics charges

Local News June 29, 2026

CHARLESTON - Third Judiciary Circuit Court Judge Tim Sweeney is asking the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals to throw out his admonishment following accusations of ethical breaches for having raised concerns about child welfare staffing shortages. Attorneys representing Sweeney filed a ...

Around Town

Local News June 29, 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 ...

Vienna Freedom Festival continues to grow with new attractions and community focus

Local News June 29, 2026

VIENNA — The Friends of Vienna’s Freedom Festival returned for its fifth year, bringing families to Spencer’s Landing for entertainment, carnival rides, animal shows, wrestling and other activities. Friends of Vienna President Jack Mathers said the festival was inspired in part by an ...

Habitat for Humanity of the Mid-Ohio Valley dedicates house No. 118 with Barry family

Local News June 29, 2026

BEVERLY – Board members, volunteers and donors joined the Barry family for a formal dedication of Habitat for Humanity of the Mid-Ohio Valley’s 118th house on Sunday afternoon. Jacob and Felicia Barry and their four children were presented with keys to their home, after completing sweat ...