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Fordyce counsels students on making good choices
May 4, 2013 PARKERSBURG — The attractive blonde at mid-court of the Rod Oldham Activities Center had the full attention of the Parkersburg South High School student body as she spoke. more »»
Marietta man honored for service
May 4, 2013 MARIETTA — A Marietta veteran who has received the Army Commendation Medal with the Valor Device for his selfless actions in the Vietnam War earned another prestigious honor Friday as he became the... more »»
PHS Choirs win trophies in national competition
May 4, 2013 BOSTON — The Parkersburg High School Choirs, under the direction of Pamela McClain, traveled to Boston, Mass., April 24-28, participating in the National Heritage Festivals Choral Competition. more »»
Former educators share friendship, birthday card decades after meeting
May 4, 2013 PARKERSBURG — Two former Wood County educators have been sharing the same birthday card for 20 year. more »»
iPads for autism grants available
May 4, 2013 MARIETTA — Beth Ann Eddy’s son, Craven, is usually limited in his verbal communication to two- or three-word sentences, often able to be understood only by people who know him. more »»
Parkersburg woman writes third book
May 4, 2013 PARKERSBURG — A Parkersburg woman has published her third book, a prequel to the first two set in a fantasy world. more »»
Faithful gather for National Day of Prayer
May 3, 2013 PARKERSBURG — Communities from around the valley gathered with others from around the nation to celebrate the National Day of Prayer Thursday. more »»
Students kick off buildup to Relay for Life
May 3, 2013 LOWELL — On most days, you wouldn’t be able to talk kindergartener Holtyn Hill into wearing pink. more »»
Patalano retiring from Project Lifesaver
May 3, 2013 PARKERKSBURG — Sue Patalano, who has served as administrator for Wood County Project Lifesaver since its inception in 2005, is planning to retire by the end of the year. more »»
Blennerhassett Island open for summer tours
May 2, 2013 PARKERSBURG — With the start of the summer tourism season Wednesday, people boarded the Island Belle sternwheeler to tour the Blennerhassett Island mansion. more »»
Adult Prom offers fun, proceeds go to cause
May 1, 2013 MINERAL WELLS — A desire to dress up and have a good time is mushrooming into something bigger. more »»
Family promotes organ donation
May 1, 2013 MARIETTA — A little over three weeks after being placed on the national waiting list for a double-lung transplant, Roger Weaver and his family made three trips from the Valley to the University of... more »»
Belk, Relay for Life team up to show support for cancer cause
April 30, 2013 VIENNA — Belk Department Store is showing its support for those living with cancer by joining forces with the Relay for Life of Wood Count. more »»
First ‘Cornerstone’ named
April 30, 2013 PARKERSBURG — The executive director of the Parkersburg Art Center Monday was named the Cornerstone of Our Community by Our Community’s Foundation, the Parkersburg Area Community Foundation and... more »»
DAR donates books to school libraries
April 30, 2013 PARKERSBURG — The Blennerhassett Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution is donating books to libraries in Wood County Schools. more »»
Law, fire officials plan swab-a-thon session
April 29, 2013 PARKERSBURG — Local police officers and firefighters are looking for the public to help the spouse of a local law enforcement office. more »»
Silent campout to teach American Sign Language
April 29, 2013 MARIETTA — The fun of camping will be combined with learning how to communicate without speaking during Washington State Community College’s first-ever “silent campout” from noon-10 p.. more »»
Lynn Street community garden readies for second season
April 28, 2013 PARKERSBURG — For the second year, the Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department has collaborated with the Courage to Change Community Recovery Center Inc. more »»
Bracelets will benefit stadium
April 28, 2013 VIENNA — A group of crafters wants to raise money for the Parkersburg High School stadium project. more »» |
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