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United Bankshares touts 2025 success at annual shareholders meeting

BETHESDA, Md. – United Bankshares Inc., an approximately $34 billion regional financial services company, held its Annual Meeting of Shareholders Wednesday at Congressional Country Club in Bethesda. During the meeting, United Executive Chairman of the Board Richard M. Adams highlighted ...

Ohio Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel visits AOMC for WorkOhio tour

Ohio Lieutenant Governor Jim Tressel visited the Appalachian Ohio Manufacturers’ Coalition (AOMC) Training Center in Marietta Thursday as part of his WorkOhio Job Connector Tour. The WorkOhio regional program launched in January and is intended for those searching for jobs and or seeking ...

Marietta Main Street’s Wine and Chocolate Walk event returns

MARIETTA - Marietta Main Street's Wine and Chocolate Walk returns to downtown Marietta on Saturday. The annual event is sponsored by Hall Financial Advisors and will run from 2–6 p.m. Ticket holders can stroll through historic downtown Marietta and visit local restaurants and retail shops, savoring wine and chocolate along the way. Marietta Main Street Executive Director Jen Tinkler says she understands the importance of events like the Wine and Chocolate Walk. “The Wine and Chocolate Walk is more than just a fun afternoon downtown — it’s an opportunity to showcase the ...

Meet Me on Market returning Friday

PARKERSBURG – Downtown Parkersburg’s Meet Me on Market event returns Friday with an emphasis on shopping, food, art, music and family activities. Most activities will take place between 5 and 7:30 or 8 p.m., according to a release from Downtown PKB, which presents the third Friday ...