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Erik Estrada to visit local Baptist church
February 23, 2013 PARKERSBURG — A new faith-based movie with Erik Estrada will premiere at South Parkersburg Baptist Church at 6 p.m. March 3. The church will be hosting Estrada during the premiere of “Finding Fait. more »»
Students collect books for schools
February 22, 2013 SPENCER — Roane County communities came together last week and collected more than 16,000 books for school libraries for the first “Book Flood” event. From Feb. more »»
FFA gives back with hog roast
February 22, 2013 WATERFORD — Hundreds of community members had the chance to “pig out” Thursday as the Waterford FFA hosted its annual hog roas. more »»
W.Va. Master Naturalists chapter offers spring courses
February 22, 2013 PARKERSBURG — Nature lovers of all kinds are encouraged to join the Nature Nuts chapter of the West Virginia Master Naturalists as it begins a new round of classes this spring. more »»
Local woman was aboard marooned cruise ship
February 20, 2013 MARIETTA — When Whipple resident Rebecca Johnson boarded the Carnival Triumph on Feb. 7, she was expecting a fun-filled four-day cruise but what she got was an experience she won’t soon forget. more »»
Pulitzer Prize winner to speak at Marietta College
February 20, 2013 MARIETTA — Marietta College will observe the 178th anniversary of its charter and continue this year’s theme of “Leadership and Social Justice” Thursday with a speech by Pulitzer Prize-winning... more »»
Abraham Lincoln springs to life at Campus Martius
February 19, 2013 MARIETTA — Playing Abraham Lincoln once — albeit in a Steven Spielberg film — could net Daniel Day-Lewis his third Oscar trophy on Sunday, but John Cooper of Baltimore, Ohio, has been embodying the... more »»
Master Gardeners plan seminar, plant sale
February 19, 2013 PARKERSBURG — Wood County Master Gardeners are sponsoring their free spring seminar on March 18. more »»
Ohio holds student art competition
February 19, 2013 MARIETTA — U.S. Rep. more »»
Chocolate on the Levee benefits EVE shelter
February 18, 2013 MARIETTA — The heady aroma of chocolate was in the air at the Levee House on Ohio Street in Marietta during the 24th annual Chocolate on the Levee fundraiser Sunday afternoon. more »»
Zion Baptist Church presents musical for Black History Month
February 18, 2013 PARKERSBURG — “Be Still And Know That He Is God,” Psalm 46:10. more »»
Revolutionary War takes center stage
February 18, 2013 MARIETTA — About 100 history lovers converged on the Campus Martius Museum on Saturday for the Bridage of the American Revolution School of Instruction. more »»
Family shows support for Glenville State College Waco Center
February 17, 2013 GLENVILLE — Glenville State College has announced contributions to the college by Jae Spears, former state senator from Randolph County, and her son and daughter-in-law, Jim and Ellen Spears. more »»
Symphony to hold fundraiser
February 17, 2013 PARKERSBURG — The West Virginia Symphony League-Parkersburg will hold its annual bowling-themed fundraiser in February, followed by the next performance in the 2012-2013 season in early March. more »»
Latrobe Street Mission dedicates ramp
February 16, 2013 PARKERSBURG — Getting to the Latrobe Street Mission is now easier for some with a new ramp and railing. more »»
Chocolate on the Levee slated for Sunday
February 16, 2013 MARIETTA — Those who attend the 24th annual Chocolate on the Levee will be able to treat themselves to some delicious chocolate and contribute to a good cause. more »»
Silent auction boosts Habitat for Humanity projects
February 16, 2013 MARIETTA — Besides contributing to a good cause, many of the approximately 200 people attending Friday’s 13th annual Paul . more »»
Pre-K, kindergarten registration to open
February 16, 2013 PARKERSBURG — Preregistration for children entering Wood County Schools prekindergarten and kindergarten classes will open in a few weeks. Preregistration for kindergarten students will run Fe. more »»
Luncheon focuses on women, health risks
February 16, 2013 MARIETTA — For nearly 30 years, more women than men have died due to cardiovascular disease. Still, says one Marietta doctor, women remain somewhat unaware of the ris. more »»
Belpre Garden Club to mark 75th anniversary
February 16, 2013 BELPRE — The Belpre Garden Club will celebrate a milestone anniversary next month with a luncheon, officials said. Members of the garden club are expected to gather with city officials at 1 p.m. more »» |
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