Spring has finally arrived in the Mid-Ohio Valley. The vernal equinox, when the earth’s axis is tilted in such a way that daylight and darkness is nearly equal, happens at 10:46 a.m. today. Still, the weather has been a bit on the unusual side this week. But, the long winter with extreme ...
A large carved bear stands high above blooming daffodils at Parkersburg City Park early this week. 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 ...
61st annual Spring Coin Show MARIETTA — The Parkersburg Coin Club is sponsoring its 61st annual Spring Coin Show from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 28, at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 312 Franklin St., Marietta. Admission is free. Many dealers will be available to buy, sell or trade collectible ...
VIENNA – A groundbreaking event for the new Vienna Elementary being built behind West Virginia University at Parkersburg’s new Innovation and Technology Center was held Wednesday with representatives from Wood County Schools, West Virginia University at Parkersburg, the West Virginia ...
LUBECK – Lubeck Elementary was closed early Thursday after a water line break caused students to be sent home. Kaleb Lawrence, assistant superintendent of operations for Wood County Schools, said crew members from Hope Gas inadvertently hit the wrong line while doing routine maintenance ...
PARKERSBURG — To raise awareness for colon cancer during the month of March, WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center invited patients and medical personnel to take a stroll through its “Strollin’ Colon” Wednesday. The 10-by-12-foot inflatable colon stood in the entrance of ...
