PARKERSBURG – A write-in candidate for the House of Delegates led campaign contributions for the reporting period for both District 12 and the legislative candidates in Wood County, according to the latest campaign financial disclosures…
Safety Rules vs. Red Tape: West Virginia fire officials debate fireworks regulations
CHARLESTON – Fireworks stands are common sites along highways and in parking lots leading up to Independence Day, but how…
Marietta Community Foundation begins matching campaign
MARIETTA – The Marietta Community Foundation is inviting Washington County to be part of a defining moment in its history.…
Artsbridge calendar of events
Today: Yvonne Reusser Watercolor Display, WesBanco, Market Street, Parkersburg Story Time, infants through Pre-K, 10:15-11:15 a.m., Barlow Branch Library Fall…
Parkersburg Woman's Club raises $263 for Breast Health Initiative
The Parkersburg Woman’s Club raised $263 for the West Virginia Breast Health Initiative in a fundraiser where members voted on…
Third quarter reports filed
PARKERSBURG – Third-quarter campaign finance disclosures have been filed by the legislative candidates in Wood County. The reports were due…
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Marietta Community Foundation begins matching campaign
MARIETTA – The Marietta Community Foundation is inviting Washington County to be part of a defining moment in its history. On Monday, the Foundation announced the Foundation First Matching Campaign, an opportunity to unlock a transformational new chapter for the Foundation and the community it serves. From Oct. 12 through December 31, 2026, Ryan…
Today: Yvonne Reusser Watercolor Display, WesBanco, Market Street, Parkersburg Story Time, infants through Pre-K, 10:15-11:15 a.m.,…
Artsbridge calendar of events
Parkersburg Woman's Club raises $263 for Breast Health Initiative
PARKERSBURG – There will be lane closures Wednesday near Parkersburg Catholic High School as the Parkersburg…
Lane closures Wednesday on Fairview Avenue
Local Sports
Almost Like Home: St. Marys at state golf tourney for eighth straight year
PARKERSBURG – Since the WVSSAC High School State Golf Tournament isn’t played on paper, St. Marys is seeking to give Wirt County a run for its money when the Class A field is scheduled to begin the two-day trek Wednesday and Thursday in Wheeling. Behind the two freshmen Jude Walker and Titus Smith, Wirt…
West Virginia Mountaineer football fans are an enthusiastic supportive group. They show up for home games…
Monday Morning Quarterback: Hope wears thin for WVU
‘Job not done’: Williamstown boys top Buffalo for LKC title
PHS boys claim MSAC cross country title; Metz wins girls race
Business
Washington State College of Ohio earns ACEN accreditation for 2 nursing programs
MARIETTA – Washington State College of Ohio has earned accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing for its Associate Degree Nursing and Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing programs. According to a press release from WSCO, the accreditation is a significant achievement for nursing education at the college. The ADN…
Editorials
High Points of the Valley
Opportunity: US Space Academy would be a good fit for W.Va.
Read On: Trinity Used Book Sale is an important tradition
Lessons: Mountain Moves game offers learning opportunities
Local columns
Reporter's Notebook: Blood in the water
Editor's Notes: Fighting fear with curiosity
Mid-Ohio Valley Climate Corner: Vote not just for climate, but affordability
Op-ed: So, what happens if I don’t vote?
Obituaries
Merrill Keith Carnes
Merrill Keith Carnes, 93, of Parkersburg, passed away Oct. 11, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. His services have been entrusted to Sunset Memorial Funeral Home. Online condolences can be left at www.sunsetparkersburg.com
Kevin Wayne Conley
Wade Thomas Carter
Raelene Jane Hannah
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