A pair of American avocets make their way up the Ohio River as they pass Blennerhassett Island near Belpre recently. (Photo provided by David Bowie)

A pair of American avocets make their way up the Ohio River as they pass Blennerhassett Island near Belpre recently. If you have a recent photo that showcases the beauty of the Mid-Ohio Valley, submit it to Art Smith at asmith@newsandsentinel.com for possible inclusion on this page. See more photos at instagram.com/parkersburg.news.and.sentinel. (Photo provided by David Bowie)