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Peoples Bank makes Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces 2026 list

Business June 20, 2026

MARIETTA – Peoples Bank recently announced it has been named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for 2026 by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group, based on an evaluation of publicly available data and a confidential nationwide employee survey. The recognition highlights organizations that prioritize employee well-being, strong leadership, fair compensation and work-life balance, according to a release from the bank. “This recognition belongs to every single person on our team,” said Tyler Wilcox, Peoples Bank president and CEO. “Three consecutive years as one of Newsweek’s ...

Parkersburg City Council, Wood County Circuit Court to consider petition issue

Local News June 20, 2026

PARKERSBURG – Parkersburg City Council is scheduled to vote Tuesday on whether a referendum petition to repeal the city’s proposed contract for trash service is sufficient, as the committee behind the effort seeks a judge’s ruling on the matter. Council will also officially receive ...

Washington County Commissioners approve public library tax levy for November election

Local News June 19, 2026

MARIETTA - The Washington County Commissioners approved placing the public library tax levy on the ballot for the upcoming general election Nov. 3. The proposed tax will not exceed 0.5 mill for each $1 of taxable value. This will amount to a maximum tax of $17.50 for each $100,000 of ...

Elks to celebrate Flag Day, picnic

Community News June 19, 2026

VIENNA - The annual Parkersburg Elks Lodge 198 membership picnic and flag observance will be held from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday at Buzzy Dils Park in Vienna. “The flag ceremony is a time-honored tradition that celebrates the American flag and what it represents,” organizer Leslie Riddle said. Saturday’s schedule is: * Noon to 1 p.m.: Introductions and games * 1-2 p.m.: lunch 2:30-3 p.m.: flag ceremony. 3-4 p.m.: Visit and head home. “This is an annual member picnic. Members look forward to this every year,” Riddle said. “It's one of many ways the Elks give back to their ...

Farmers Castle Museum to hold open house for Juneteenth

Community News June 19, 2026

BELPRE – Farmers Castle Museum, operated by the Belpre Historical Society, will have an open house from 1-4 p.m. Saturday in recognition of Juneteenth. The Underground Railroad in Southeastern Ohio, a permanent exhibit that details the rise of the freedom movement along the Ohio River shoreline of Washington County in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, will be featured. Admission is free, and light refreshments will be available. More information is available by calling 740-423-7588 or emailing farmerscastlemuseum@gmail.com.

Heavy rains hit area Thursday with minimal damage

Local News June 19, 2026

PARKERSBURG – Many people awoke to loud claps of thunder, flashes of lightning and the sound of heavy rain early Thursday morning as local cities dealt with high water, tree damage and more. Parkersburg, Vienna, Belpre and portions of Wood County were affected by heavy rain as the ...