ELKINS – Imagine having nurtured and become close friends with an animal that has been by your side for the past 11 years. Now imagine being notified that the animal will be taken away from you in three months. That's exactly what local raptor specialist Jo Santiago was told will happen ...
PARKERSBURG – A man was shot and killed Wednesday night after reportedly pointing a gun at Parkersburg Police officers. Officers responded around 9:20 p.m. to the 4000 block of 11th Avenue for a report of a subject brandishing a firearm, according to a release from the Parkersburg Police ...
YOUNGSTOWN - The Ohio Legislature overwhelmingly passed a 90-day Ohio gas tax holiday that was pushed by Vivek Ramaswamy, the Republican gubernatorial candidate. It was expected to be signed into law Thursday by Gov. Mike DeWine, a Republican. The quickly written bill passed Wednesday in the Senate 26-5 and then in the House of Representatives 78-16 with Ramaswamy saying when he becomes governor, passing needed legislation will happen this fast. Several Democrats, voting in favor of the proposal despite saying it is an election ploy to help Ramaswamy, said the average motorist will ...
MARIETTA – Faith and Blue, a national event of law enforcement officers and area churches joining together, will be held 3-5 p.m. Oct. 11 at Muskingum Park on Front Street. Food, music and activities for children and adults. The event is free and open to the public. Law enforcement from both sides of the Ohio River are partnering for an afternoon that will include an honor ceremony, face painting, barrel rides, law enforcement equipment demonstrations, a police dog unit, a mounted horse unit, corn hole, inflatables for children and free food. For more about the national program, go ...
MARIETTA – Wicked Walkabout, the October First Friday celebration on Friday in Marietta, will be dedicated to the spooky season. The celebration will be held from 5-9 p.m. and is hosted by Marietta Main Street, sponsored by Washington State College of Ohio. Participating businesses and ...
MINERAL WELLS — From fairgrounds to classrooms, community gardens to robotics labs, West Virginia 4-Hers in Wood County are proving they’re not just ready for the future – they’re Beyond Ready. During National 4-H Week, Oct. 4–10, local clubs will share how 4-H equips young people ...
