Cookbook submissions open for annual cookbook contest

September 5, 2026

PARKERSBURG — As autumn approaches, so does the annual tradition of the Parkersburg News and Sentinel and Marietta Times holiday cookbook. The 72nd cookbook contest is calling cooks to explore the flavors of fall and the holidays with the theme Fall Foodies. Participants have from now until Oct. 2 to submit recipes in three categories: appetizers/sides, main dishes and desserts. After all recipes have been submitted, judges will select the finalists. The finalists will have the chance to show off their culinary skills for the judges at the tasting party on Oct. 21. The tasting…

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Nancy Jane Doak (Wall)

Nancy Jane Doak (Wall), 89, formerly of Belpre, passed away Sept. 3, 2026, at Westbrook Assisted Living in Upper Sandusky, Ohio. Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Thursday at Leavitt Funeral Home, Belpre. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery Belpre. Visitation will be 1-3 p.m. Thursday.

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