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Blennerhassett Island to open 2026 season Friday

PARKERSBURG - Blennerhassett Island Historic State Park will open its 2026 season on Friday, “We’re just excited that the island will come back to life with all the school groups and the laughter of all the people,” Craig Pyles, superintendent of the state park, said. Blennerhassett ...

Experiencing history in Marietta with modern day technology

MARIETTA - As part of a larger project across southeast Ohio, the Campus Martius Museum and the Ohio Company Land Office will be reimagined this fall using an augmented reality program. Visitors will scan QR codes stationed near a historic landmark and use their phone camera to view the ...

Artsbridge calendar of events

PARKERSBURG - The Artsbridge calendar of events for the week: Today Diane Wigal wildlife photography art exhibit, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., WesBanco, Market Street Evening Story Time, ages 3-6, 5-6 p.m., Marietta Public Library Wednesday Diane Wigal wildlife photography art exhibit, 9 a.m. to ...

Conditions for 31st Challenge at Mountwood ‘Epic’

VOLCANO — Organizers called the conditions “epic” for the 31st Annual Challenge at Mountwood on Sunday at Mountwood Park. Race Director Vince Nedeff said the weather has been relatively dry with a little bit of rain over the weekend. “It makes the trails even better for racing,” he ...

Marietta recognizes Earth Day with weekend celebration

MARIETTA – With Earth Day recognized on April 22, the city of Marietta held its annual Earth Day Celebration on the Armory lawn Saturday afternoon. Despite the intermittent rain and overcast, hundreds of adults and kids showed up to learn about the over 20 environmental vendors and their ...