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Wood Magistrate

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PARKERSBURG — The following cases were released by Wood County Magistrate Court on Dec. 2: * Richard Allen Davis II, 1316 Market St., Parkersburg, was arraigned on charges of breaking and entering (two counts) and burglary. Bond was set at $200,000 surety. * David Lee Phillips, 921 Lynn ...

Hamric joins Wood County Commission

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PARKERSBURG – The newest Wood County Commissioner was sworn in Thursday and immediately got to work. Wood County Commissioner Jim Hamric took the oath of office at the Wood County Courthouse with over 50 people, including friends, family, county officials and others in attendance. Hamric, ...

A Work in Progress: Parkersburg City Park pond projects underway

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PARKERSBURG – Work is underway on a pair of projects impacting the pond in City Park. The pond was drained in January, and contractor RDR Utility Services Group is at work this week dredging the muck from the bottom. “Approximately 18 inches of material will come out in most areas, ...

West Virginia House works through bills as 2026 session nears end

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CHARLESTON – With the 2026 session of the West Virginia Legislature ending at midnight Saturday, the House of Delegates worked its way through a lengthy floor session to pass bills and ensure others make it to the Saturday deadline. Thursday marked day 58 of the 60-day session. The House ...