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Competitors carve way to victory at Kootaga District Pinewood Derby

PARKERSBURG - More than 50 Cub Scouts and family members gathered Saturday morning at West Virginia University at Parkersburg for the annual Kootaga District Pinewood Derby, a longstanding Scouting tradition that blends craftsmanship, competition and family involvement. John Shepard, Kootaga ...

Empty Bowls Luncheon serves up support for Mid-Ohio Valley food pantries

WILLIAMSTOWN – The 26th annual Empty Bowls of the Mid-Ohio Valley Luncheon, which helps address food insecurity in the area, was held Saturday at the First United Methodist Church, 304 W. Fifth St., Williamstown. The annual event raises money across the region with proceeds distributed to ...

West Virginia, Ohio politicians, candidates weigh in on attacks on Iran

PARKERSBURG - Responses to the new war in Iran were mostly on partisan lines this weekend from candidates and federal office holders in West Virginia and Ohio. President Donald Trump Saturday morning announced U.S. and Israeli forces launched attacks on Iran, code named Operation Epic Fury. ...

Picture This: Deer-ly Beloved

A pair of deer relax in a field near River Road in Devola late one afternoon recently. If you have a recent photo that showcases the beauty of the Mid-Ohio Valley, submit it to Art Smith at asmith@mariettatimes.com for possible inclusion on this page. See more photos at ...