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Set Your Ghouls: Mid-Ohio Valley communities schedule Trick or Treat times

PARKERSBURG — Many Mid-Ohio Valley communities have slated trick or treating for the week of or the weekend before Halloween, which falls on a Friday this year. WEST VIRGINIA * Belmont: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25 * Elizabeth: 6-8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1 * Ellenboro: 5:30 to 7:30 ...

Horror sequel ‘Black Phone 2’ dials up No. 1 opening

The horror sequel "Black Phone 2" topped the North American box office charts this weekend with $26.5 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday. Not only did it surpass the original's $23.6 million debut, it's a much-needed win for Blumhouse after a string of disappointments ...

Wastin’ Time: Coming up with something off the top of my head

I have caps and other chapeaus I wear based on the weather. When it’s cold, I have insulated hats that keep my head warm. My other hats are ball caps and are for fairer weather. A few are worn when I’m mowing or working, and I don’t care how dirty or damaged they get. Several caveats ...

Hydroball Haunt brings immersive gaming to Belpre

BELPRE — The Hydroball Haunt is open to the public in Belpre. Located at the Bennett Tax Service building at 230 Washington Blvd., the event will feature a unique and exciting experience for people of all ages. Hydroball Haunt will take players through an immersive experience that’s ...

Mid-Ohio Valley Fall Train Show remains a constant in a changing hobby

PARKERSBURG — In his nearly 30 years as chairman, Tom Ratkovich has witnessed many changes to the Mid-Ohio Valley Model Railroad Club’s Annual Fall Train Show. The Parkersburg native and long-time club member also has been privy to a number of changes in the model railroading ...

Backyard Gardener: Colorful fall foliage display

Hello Mid-Ohio Valley farmers and gardeners! The first heavy frost for the area was predicted Thursday night as temperatures might dip to 37 degrees Fahrenheit. Hopefully, backyard gardeners covered any tender annual or warm season vegetables or flowers they want to keep going. A word of ...