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Beall Aces Mingo Bottom Larry Beall, of Mineral Wells, recorded his fourth career hole-in-one on Tuesday at Mingo Bottom Golf Club. Beall used a gap wedge to ace the par-3, 122-yard, No. 8 hole. Witnessing the feat were Billy Dotson and Terry Jones. *** Stephens Gets Hole-In-One at Lakeside Larry Stephens recorded a hole-in-one at […]
Area students advance to state science competition
Local and area schools will advance to state competition after earning top spots in the Minot Regional Science Olympiad held March 9. Schools participating in Science Olympiad send teams of up to 15 students who compete in building and study events. Division B is for grades 6-9 and Division C is for grades 9-12. Advancing […]
Entertainment and more in the Mid-Ohio Valley
PARKERSBURG – The Artsbridge calendar for the week: TODAY * Geppetto Woodcarver’s Wood Quilt display, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., WesBanco, Market Street, Parkersburg WEDNESDAY * Diane Wigal wildlife photography exhibit, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., WesBanco, Market Street, Parkersburg * Story Hour, ages 3-6, 10-11 a.m., Marietta Public Library * Bookworms Storytime, ages 3 […]
Mid-Ohio Valley Spring Sports: Parkersburg teams are off to hot start
PARKERSBURG — Energy and effort are givens when it comes to the Big Reds and their spring sports programs, but results are what matter at the end of the day for “The School of Champions” at Parkersburg High. Thus far through the first two weeks of the season at PHS head coach Eric Stanley has […]
Mid-Ohio Valley Spring Sports: Ripley baseball goes from hunter to hunted
RIPLEY — Ripley has gone from the hunter to the hunted. That’s what happens when you win a state championship return and eight starters. The Vikings finished 27-5 last season, blanking Frankfort 5-0 in the Class AAA state final. “It’s a completely different mindset this year,” said Ripley head coach Shane Casto. “We’ve got the […]
Mid-Ohio Valley Spring Sports: Roane County Raiders schedule
Baseball Head coach: Larry Ash, 2nd year Assistant coaches: Matt Ash, Will Starcher Last year: 9-12 Roster Seniors 3 Jacob Greathouse (C/P), 8 Caden Caldwell (2B/MI), 16 Hogan Greathouse (DH/OF), 23 Carder Kinder (CF/P/UTL) Juniors 9 Brodey Proctor (LF), 11 Carson Casto (OF), 15 Alex Richardson (C/3B/P), 22 Reis Thornabar (1B/P) Sophomores 1 Wyatt Brabham […]
Mid-Ohio Valley Spring Sports: Warren Warriors schedule
Baseball Head coach: Chad Porter, 5th year Assistant coaches: Jason Gandee, Zac Carte, Caleb Davis, Carson Gandee, Jake Davis, Chris Jonas (scorekeeper) Last year: 10-13 Roster Juniors 8 Logan Wukelich (OF), 11 Tate Jonas (INF/P), 12 Jayce Hilverding (INF/OF), 27 Haiden Strong (INF/P) Sophomores 1 Bo Jonas (INF/P), 2 Al Winters (INF/P), 3 Will Carte […]
Mid-Ohio Valley Spring Sports: Williamstown Yellowjackets schedule
Baseball Head coach: Levi Maxwell Assistant coaches: Ryan Scott, Mark Adkins, Matt Houser, Cole MacIver, Josh Yearego Roster Seniors Wyatt Powell, Dylan Pucella Juniors Wyatt Siley, Austin McDonald Sophomores Breck Allen, Jackson Fulton, Noal Powell, Jacob MacIver Freshmen Ben Raines, Brayden Strcula, Colten Rinard, Daniel Cunningham, Zander Brookover, Alexander Schmidt Schedule March 23: at Doddridge […]
High Points of the Valley
* There’s something special about high school sports programs in the Mid-Ohio Valley — that’s no secret. But the Wood County Board of Education had an opportunity last week to recognize the accomplishments of local teams who live up to the nearly impossible high precedent that has been set for them. Parkersburg High School’s girls’ […]
Classic clash
Blair County’s Makenna Weimert makes a pass over Central Pa.’s Zayona Thomas during the girls game of the 19th annual Altoona Mirror Basketball Classic. Mirror photo by Patrick Waksmunski
Crystal Festival brings sparkle, science, and family fun to Mt. Pleasant
MT. PLEASANT — A weekend filled with discovery, creativity, and hands-on fun is coming to Sanpete County as the Crystal Festival returns this spring with an exciting lineup of activities for all ages. The Crystal Festival — A Rocks, Minerals, Gems, & Crystal Show — will take place April 4–5, 2026, at the Mt Pleasant […]
Entertainment and more in the Mid-Ohio Valley
PARKERSBURG – The Artsbridge calendar for this week: TODAY * Geppetto Woodcarver’s Wood Quilt display, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., WesBanco, Market Street, Parkersburg * Art is Life/Life is Art, ages 55-plus,10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Parkersburg Art Center * Butterfly Photo Holder, ages 13-plus,11 a.m. to noon, Marietta Public Library * Hygge Club, adults, […]
Mid-Ohio Valley Entertainment Commission hosts training session on film production
The Mid-Ohio Valley Entertainment Commission brought together film enthusiasts for a film crew training event at Marietta College on Sunday. The event sought to promote creativity and inspire filmmakers in the region. The event was originally scheduled for the entirety of the weekend but due to weather, the session was condensed to Sunday only. MOV […]
Mid-Ohio Valley Entertainment Commission hosts training session on film production
MARIETTA – The Mid-Ohio Valley Entertainment Commission brought together film enthusiasts for a film crew training event at Marietta College on Sunday. The event sought to promote creativity and inspire filmmakers in the region. The event was originally scheduled for the entirety of the weekend but due to weather, the session was condensed to Sunday […]
Grand Central Mall announces multi-million dollar renovation plans, entertainment center
VIENNA — A multi-million-dollar renovation project is set to transform Grand Central Mall, with officials and community leaders announcing sweeping upgrades and new attractions during a Wednesday morning event. Joe Bell, director of corporate communications, said the planned changes will significantly modernize the longtime shopping center and bring new energy to the Mid-Ohio Valley. “There […]
‘Just really unique’: Williamsport business preserves history — and finds surprise in basement
“You hate to see history disappear,” said Adam Roskowski, owner of Rosko’s Brew House in Williamsport. That was his motivation for buying the building now housing his craft beer pub at 601 Pine Street. After being vacant for years, Adam was keen to buy the Victorian – not just because of its historic charm but […]
Entertainment and more in the Mid-Ohio Valley
PARKERSBURG — Events and programs for the week from Artsbridge: TODAY * Geppetto Woodcarver’s Wood Quilt display, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., WesBanco, Market Street, Parkersburg * Homeschoolers Music Class, grades K-2 and 3-5, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Parkersburg Public Library * Art is Life/Life is Art, ages 55+, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., […]
Bad vs. worse in politics
If you ever thought the President Donald Trump-led Republican Party is bad, well the Democrats are worse. The Democrats lack politically astute leaders, as well as vision and discipline. They seem incapable of being on offense and are always on defense where it is difficult to score points and win. Only 37 percent of Americans […]
Folcarelli to retire after 65 years in the family business
A longtime Altoona businessman is planning to move on after 65 years in his family business. James D. “Jim” Folcarelli, 84, plans to retire near the first of April upon the sale of Folcarelli Sheet Metal Fabrication Inc. The family business was founded by his parents Jim and Bess Folcarelli in the basement of their […]
Nessel vows to continue antitrust case against Live Nation for monopolizing live entertainment industry
LANSING – On Monday, following the announcement of a settlement reached between Live Nation and the U.S. Department of Justice to resolve antitrust claims brought by the federal authority alongside a broad, bipartisan coalition of states, Attorney General Nessel and the multistate coalition have resolved not to join the settlement and instead continue to litigate […]
North Star warns judge of ‘drastic cost-cutting measures’ without state funding
North Star Health Alliance, which operates hospitals in Carthage and Ogdensburg and an assisted living facility, may be standing on its last leg.
Entertainment and more in the Mid-Ohio Valley
The Artsbridge Calendar of Events for the week: Today * Geppetto Woodcarver’s Wood Quilt on display, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., WesBanco, Market Street * Art is Life/Life is Art, ages 55 and up, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Parkersburg Art Center * Hygge Club, adults, 11 a.m. to noon, South Parkersburg Public Library * […]
Local business owners to share experiences at workshop for entrepreneurs
ESCANABA — Several downtown Escanaba business owners will share their experiences starting and developing businesses during the next Project Point workshop this Wednesday in Escanaba. The event is the second session in the “Project Point: Guiding Businesses to Success” series, designed to help Delta County entrepreneurs learn from local business leaders. The free workshop is […]
Don’t let Congress ruin college sports
Should the revenues made by big-time college athletics be “shared” by all the schools? Do we want “revenue-sharing” socialism to come to college football and basketball? Many in Congress are answering yes to that question. The NCAA isn’t the massive moneymaker the NFL and NBA are, but in many ways the product is more exciting […]
Beyond the Valley – Entertainment: Riverboats schedule 2026 stops in Marietta
MARIETTA — A schedule has been announced for two passenger river cruise ships that will be in Marietta this summer. The American Melody and the American Heritage will make a combined 14 stops in Marietta between July 1 and Aug. 24 at the levee on the Ohio River, the Marietta-Washington County Convention and Visitors Bureau […]
Entertainment and more in the Mid-Ohio Valley
PARKERSBURG — The Artsbridge calendar of events for this week: TODAY * Geppetto Woodcarver’s Wood Quilt on display, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., WesBanco, Market Street, Parkersburg * Art is Life/ Life is Art, ages 55+ 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Parkersburg Art Center * Lunch and Learn Lecture with the Belpre Tree Commission, noon […]
No business succeeds alone and that’s why mentorship matters
I’ve never met a successful business owner who truly did it alone. Not one. Behind nearly every thriving business is someone who stepped in at the right moment, a person who shared experience, offered perspective, or simply provided reassurance when things felt rocky. When I talk with new business owners today, I hear that same […]
Wrestling Legend Douglas Dies At 83
WEST LIBERTY — West Liberty University and the wrestling community are mourning the loss of one of the sport’s most transformative figures. Bobby Douglas — a trailblazer, champion, Olympian and Hall of Fame coach — passed away on February 24, 2026. He was 83. Born March 27, 1942, Douglas turned a fledgling West Liberty wrestling […]
Miracle on Ice transcended sports and captivated the nation
The Way I See It Art Smith One of the biggest battles of the cold war with the Soviet Union occurred not on the battlefield but on the ice of a smallish hockey rink in the quiet village of Lake Placid, New York. Forty-six years ago, a group of young men, the youngest ever sent […]
Mahoning Valley arts and entertainment
Art ARTS & EDUCATION AT THE HOYT, 124 E. Leasure Ave., New Castle, Pa.: “My Abandoned Heart: Photography by Diane Beatty,” ...
Former MHS business instructor pleads guilty to embezzlement from teachers union
A former Marshalltown High School (MHS) business instructor who was arrested last year for embezzling over $10,000 from the Marshalltown Education Association (MEA) has agreed to plead guilty to a single count of felony first-degree theft as she was originally charged, according to court records. Prosecutors in the case have recommended that Rachel Nelson-Loupee, 49, […]
Senate sends Small Business Growth Act to Gov. Morrisey’s desk
CHARLESTON – A bipartisan bill supported by both the West Virginia House of Delegates and state Senate meant to help small businesses gain access to investment dollars will now be the first bill to complete the legislative process. The Senate voted Monday to concur with changes made by the House to Senate Bill 1, the […]
Entertainment and more in the Mid-Ohio Valley
PARKERSBURG – The Artsbridge calendar of events for this week. TODAY * Photography Exhibit by Michael Mueller, WesBanco, Market Street, Parkersburg * Art Exhibit by Savannah Schroll Guz, Parkersburg Art Center * Rinse and Repeat, an exhibit by ArtBeat Studio, Parkersburg Art Center * Art is Life/Life is Art, ages 55-plus, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 […]
Sports Card Show On Tap
Photo provided The Troop 6000 Sports Card Show is set to take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 21 at Vance Church in Wheeling. The event is sponsored by E&K Sports in Moundsville. There will be more than 35 vendors and door prizes, as well as visits from former Olympian Amy Gamble from […]
West Virginia Senate sends Small Business Growth Act to Morrisey
CHARLESTON — A bipartisan bill supported by both the West Virginia House of Delegates and Senate meant to help small businesses gain access to investment dollars will now be the first to complete the legislative process. The Senate voted Monday to concur with changes made by the House to Senate Bill 1, the Small Business […]
Resort to present three days of musical entertainment
The ‘Tween Waters Inn & Marina on Captiva is set to host its first-ever Winter Music Festival. Taking place on Feb. 20-22, it will feature live performances in relaxed, open-air settings around the resort. The artist lineup will include Kayley Bishop, Sheena Brook, Steve Farst and Spring Pace. General Manager William Oliver reported that live […]
Small Business Task Force offers helping hand
Starting and running a small business is hard work. Keeping track of inventory, payroll, sales and taxes is a daunting chore. When small business owners in Fort Dodge and Webster County need some advice or help dealing with it all they have a unique resource they can turn to. The Small Business Task Force combines […]
Roundup: Weber State football, basketball schedules affected by realignment
Future schedules for Weber State’s football and basketball teams have been affected by recent college sports realignment. And, speaking of realignment and schedules, Utah State released its first Pac-12 Conference football schedule as it joins with several outgoing Mountain West teams to form a new home in the fall of 2026. Changes likely for 1 […]
‘So special’: Mr. Sticky’s named Small Business of the Year by Williamsport/Lycoming Chamber of Commerce
Phil Poorman never believed the health inspector’s word of doubt. Poorman, founder and owner of Mr. Sticky’s, the Phillips/Plankenhorn Small Business of the Year Award 2025 Recipient at the 140th annual Williamsport/Lycoming Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet this week at Farrington Place, had other plans. Sweet success “We’ve gone through some hard times but we […]
WSU guest opinion: Step into our shared science community this week
I should begin by making sure you know at least this much: The College of Science will host its annual Science Open House this Friday from 6–9 p.m. at Weber State University in the Tracy Hall Science Center. It’s a free event that pools together the marvelous energies of our faculty, staff and students. In […]
An American cross-country skier charms the world at a tense political moment
Silver medalist Ben Ogden has drawn almost unanimous approval from teammates and opponents on both sides of the pond.
WVU women handle business in 87-68 win over Arizona
West Virginia took care of business Saturday, the way a top 20 team should against a struggling foe without its best player in the lineup. That the 20th-ranked Mountaineers ran away from Arizona, 87-68, inside the Hope Coliseum wasn’t exactly what caught the eye of Arizona head coach Becky Burke. It was how the Mountaineers […]
Lake Shore Bank awards Small Business Recovery grant to WMH
WESTFIELD – Lake Shore Bank has awarded a $5,000 grant to the Westfield Memorial Hospital Foundation through the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York Small Business Recovery Grant Program, an initiative designed to support local organizations and economic resilience. The grant will help fund vital equipment, services and resources that benefit patients, families and…
Mahoning Valley arts and entertainment
Art ARTS & EDUCATION AT THE HOYT, 124 E. Leasure Ave., New Castle, Pa.: “My Abandoned Heart: Photography by Diane Beatty,” ...
Entertainment and more in the Mid-Ohio Valley
PARKERSBURG — The Artsbridge calendar of events for this week: Today * Photography exhibit by Michael Mueller, WesBanco, Market Street * Art exhibit by Savannah Schroll Guz, Parkersburg Art Center * Downtown Parkersburg Restaurant Week, Downtown Parkersburg * Rinse and Repeat, an exhibit by ArtBeat Studio, Parkersburg Art Center * Coffee, Cards and Conversation, adults […]
Patriots take care of business vs. Big Reds, 63-47
PARKERSBURG — With the status of games for the week ahead in limbo due to inclement weather, Parkersburg South’s boys basketball coach Mike Fallon has the ideal solution for keeping his players conditioned. Shoveling snow. The directive might be serving a dual purpose after Fallon was visibly upset with his team’s performance down the stretch […]
Entertainment and more in the Mid-Ohio Valley
PARKERSBURG — The Artsbridge calendar of community events for this week. TODAY * Art Exhibit by Savannah Schroll Guz, Parkersburg Art Center * Rinse and Repeat, an exhibit by ArtBeat Studio, Parkersburg Art Center * Homeschooler Music Class, K-2, 10-11 a.m., Parkersburg Public Library, Emerson Avenue * Box Frame Craft, ages 13+, 11 a.m., Marietta […]
Parkersburg joining other W.Va. cities in effort to remove business barriers
PARKERSBURG – Parkersburg is joining West Virginia’s other largest cities in an effort aimed at making it easier for people to start businesses. The Institute for Justice, a nonprofit public interest law firm, recently announced plans to partner with the Mountain State’s five largest cities – Charleston, Huntington, Morgantown, Parkersburg and Wheeling – for West […]
Welcome Stitchery is 2025 Business of the Year
The owner of the business being honored by the Blue Earth Chamber of Commerce with the Business of the Year Award continues to see her dreams coming true. When Justine Hougen opened Welcome Stitchery in the summer of 2021, the store was located on Highway 169. However, she shares she had always wanted to be […]
After three years of work, local store ready for business
FAIRMONT – Cameron Kamlitz has been working on his small business for three years, and now all that hard work has paid off. The Powder Keg, located at 219 North State Street in Fairmont where Benjamin Moore Paints previously was, specializes in hunting-related products, including rifles, handguns, ammunition, optics and other essential equipment. Going into […]
Entertainment and more in the Mid-Ohio Valley
PARKERSBURG — Artsbridge released the following calendar of community events: TODAY * Hygge Club, adults, 11 a.m.-noon, South Parkersburg Public Library * Hyperfixation Book Club, ages 12-19, 4-6 p.m., Parkersburg Library, Emerson Avenue * Evening Story Time, ages 3-6, 5-6 p.m., Marietta Public Library WEDNESDAY * Walking Through the Books, 9-10 a.m., Barlow Branch Library […]
Wild Center secures nomination for nation’s ‘best science museum’
TUPPER LAKE — Another year, another nomination of national prestige for The Wild Center. The museum was named on Monday as one of 20 nominees vying for the “Best Science Museum” in USA TODAY’s 2026 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. This is the fourth year in a row that The Wild Center has been nominated, and […]
Logan legend: Jim Lane left mark on Mirror, area sports
A cornerstone of the Mirror who helped lay the foundation for local sports coverage is being fondly remembered. Jim Lane passed away at Homewood at Martinsburg on Monday. He was 85. His impact on the area sports scene dates back to 1960, when his career at the Mirror began. “When growing up in the Mirror […]
Healing with horses: The science behind feeling safe
The Year of the Fire Horse, according to the lunar calendar, symbolizes courage, motion, and transformation. For me, this is a catalyst for more action. Something has to change — especially when it comes to health. I am tired of not feeling well, of wanting to do ordinary things without exhaustion or pain. I spend…
Williamsburg Blue Pirates get best of rival Juniata Valley Hornets
WILLIAMSBURG — Juniata Valley boasted a very significant individual accomplishment, but Williamsburg earned the overall bragging rights by ruling the Inter-County Conference North Division boys basketball showdown between the two schools Friday night at the Williamsburg High School gymnasium. Juniata Valley senior Jett Rand eclipsed the 1,000-point mark for his career, but the Blue Pirates […]
Entertainment Inbound: The Zone Expansion Nearing Completion
The long-awaited opening of The Zone at the Northwest Arena is coming later this year. Arena officials have been long working on an expansion project that will bring various new and exciting options to the space. After the completion of a large expansion that added about 5,000 square feet to the space, the group has […]
Entertainment with a message
HOUGHTON — The Office of Sustainability and Resilience at Michigan Technological University has announced its 2026 Sustainability Film Series, which will begin Jan. 15. The series, now in its 16th year, continues the tradition of bringing timely, informative, and thought-provoking films to campus, Lauren Furey, manager of Sustainability Programs & Outreach at Michigan Tech, said […]
Harbaugh fired by Ravens after 18 seasons
OWINGS MILLS, Md. — John Harbaugh was fired after 18 seasons as the Baltimore Ravens’ coach. Owner Steve Bisciotti said Tuesday he relieved Harbaugh of his duties after the Ravens were one of the league’s most disappointing teams this season. They went 8-9 and missed the playoffs after entering Week 1 as one of the […]
Building health and business together
Dr. Tom Deskin stepped away from a career in emergency medicine after 30 years, but he wasn’t ready to stop caring for patients. He just wanted to do it differently. As the face of LMH Health’s Workplace Medicine program, he’s found a role that combines his clinical expertise with his passion for building relationships and […]
St. Raphael’s Church announces season of dining and entertainment
St. Raphael’s Episcopal Church has announced a full lineup of special events for the 2026 season, marking a joyful return to the church’s parish hall. With a mix of beloved traditions and exciting live entertainment, the season is designed to keep the community well fed and thoroughly entertained. “We are thrilled to be back in […]
Ashville Business Taking Off, Considering Expansions
ASHVILLE – One of the newest businesses in Ashville has seen an incredible amount of success since the initial opening earlier this year. The family duo, inspired by the structure of a relative’s business, has begun expanding into online operations as a result of this success. The duo is hoping to see a continuous growth […]
PSU coaching change among top sports stories
There is no doubt that life can be extremely unpredictable and never holds any guarantees. The Penn State football program provided a glaring example of that over the last 12 months. Penn State went from reaching the semifinal round of the College Football Playoffs at the beginning of the 2025 calendar year, to starting the […]
Entertainment and more in the Mid-Ohio Valley
PARKERSBURG — Events and things to do this week from Artsbridge: TODAY * Belpre Holiday Lights, Civitan Park, Belpre * Christine Rhodes multi medium artwork display, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., WesBanco, Market Street, Parkersburg * Here the Pioneers Landed exhibit, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Campus Martius Museum and Ohio River Museum * Frozen […]
Blue Earth business doing a major expansion
BLUE EARTH— The local area received some good news ahead of the holiday season when Winnebago Manufacturing shared information that they plan on expanding their plant and workforce in the coming year. “One of the reasons for the expansion is that two of our largest customers are growing significantly,” office manager Janet Hassing said. “They […]
Memorial Health System welcomes Dr. Joan Allman to ranks
PARKERSBURG – Memorial Health System has welcomed longtime Mid-Ohio Valley provider Dr. Joan Allman, D.O., to the Department of Primary Care in Parkersburg. With over two decades of experience serving patients in the local community, Allman brings to Memorial Health System the compassion and skill that patients have come to know and trust while under […]
The Rearview Mirror: Arts, culture and entertainment in and around Ogden shined in 2025
Editor’s note: As 2025 winds down, the Ogden Standard-Examiner is taking a look back at the year that was for the region. Today we present the fourth of four stories recounting the Top 5 stories in Major Events, Entertainment & Culture, Government and Local First Responders recounting some of the greatest highs and most devastating […]
7-year-old donates her business proceeds to Angels for Animals
CANFIELD — Ellie Kaley, a 7-year-old student at West Branch Elementary School, marked her first six months in business by celebrating with a few dozen kittens at Angels For Animals. The Mahoning County-based animal adoption nonprofit is in the midst of a campaign to upgrade its facility. While Ellie didn’t walk away this week with […]
Proposal would end in-play sports bets in New York
Yet another piece of legislation has been introduced seeking further limits on sports betting in New York state. Assemblywoman Linda Rosenthal, D-New York City, recently introduced legislation (A.9343) that would no longer allow casinos and mobile sports betting platforms to accept in-play wagers. In-play sports betting, also known as live betting or in-game betting, is…
Proposal Would End In-Play Sports Bets In N.Y.
Yet another piece of legislation has been introduced seeking further limits on sports betting in New York state. Assemblywoman Linda Rosenthal, D-New York City, recently introduced legislation (A.9343) that would no longer allow casinos and mobile sports betting platforms to accept in-play wagers. In-play sports betting, also known as live betting or in-game betting, is […]
Ohio Hills Health Center Receives Grant To Expand Dental Services in Belmont County
Ohio Hills Health Centers recently received a grant through the Delta Dental Foundation to purchase dental equipment to expand the scope of services which will include extractions and endodontic procedures such as root canals. “OHHC is extremely grateful to the Delta Dental Foundation for this funding which allows us to purchase additional dental equipment to […]
‘Silver tsunami’ of retiring business owners leaves Main Streets at a crossroads
(This story was originally published by Bridge Michigan, a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. Visit the newsroom online: bridgemi.com.) ALPENA — Mary Rajasekhar had owned Olivet Book and Gift for 35 years when she decided last Christmas it was time to retire. But, with her children spread out across the country and into their own […]
Entertainment and more in the Mid-Ohio Valley
PARKERSBURG — Artsbridge calendar of events for the week. TODAY * Belpre Holiday Lights, Civitan Park * Christine Rhodes multi-medium artwork display, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., WesBanco, Market Street, Parkersburg * Here the Pioneers Landed, exhibit, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Campus Martius Museum and Ohio River Museum, Marietta * Storytime, newborn-preschool, 10:15-11:15 a.m., Barlow Branch Library WEDNESDAY, […]
Nutcracker entertainment
The Hilltop Montessori Singers entertained the crowd gathered for the unveiling of the five new nutcrackers that were added to the Nutcracker Village on Nov. 25. The 11 children performed a selection of Christmas songs, receiving a round of applause after each holiday favorite. — Julie Stenger
Southwestern Middle School Holds Inaugural Science Fair
Students at Southwestern Middle School recently had the chance to show off their creative sides in a science fair for students in the Living Environment class. Students collaborated with each other to devise, research, and present the findings for various studies following organisms and living creatures. Students’ interest in their particular projects gave them enough […]
Entertainment and more in the Mid-Ohio Valley
PARKERSBURG — The Artsbridge calendar of events for the Mid-Ohio Valley: TODAY * Anything Goes: Wild Things, all member exhibition of the West Virginia Watercolor Society, Parkersburg Art Center * Belpre Holiday Lights, Civitan Park * Christine Rhodes, multi medium artwork display, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., WesBanco, Market Street, Parkersburg * Here the Pioneers Landed, exhibit, […]
Chemical Bonding: COSI demonstration, donated science kits get a big reaction at Marietta Elementary School
MARIETTA — Fifth and sixth grade students at Marietta Elementary School were paid a visit from COSI with a science experiment demonstration Friday morning. As part of the event, students also received the COSI Connects American Innovation Kits, which will arrive at the school Monday. COSI, in partnership with AT&T, selected Marietta for the opportunity […]
Science kits are donated along with a demonstration by COSI at Marietta Elementary School
Fifth and sixth grade students at Marietta Elementary School were paid a visit from COSI with a science experiment demonstration Friday morning. As part of the event, students also received the COSI Connects American Innovation Kits, which will arrive at the school Monday. COSI, in partnership with AT&T, selected Marietta for the opportunity which was […]
MHA Nation family entertainment center opens doors
NEW TOWN —MHA Nation on Wednesday, Dec. 10, opened the doors on family fun during the grand opening of the new Thrill & Chill Family Entertainment Center in New Town. The new center includes mini golf courses, a laser tag venue, ropes course, an arcade and movie theater. A family restaurant and private party rooms […]
Entertainment and more in the Mid-Ohio Valley
PARKERSBURG – The Artsbridge weekly calendar of events and programs: TODAY * Anything Goes: Wild Things, all member exhibition of the West Virginia Watercolor Society, Parkersburg Art Center * Belpre Holiday Lights, Civitan Park * Festival of Trees Display, Blennerhassett Hotel and Spa * Shannon Hammer, naturalist photography display, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., WesBanco, […]
Sensory play business Squish opens downtown
Kids in Marshalltown have a new play option – Squish, a downtown hands-on sensory play business. Owners Bobbie Slaney and Tiffany Fouts started the business inside the Hellberg’s Jewelers building at 13 W. Main St., with a soft opening on Monday. According to Slaney, the inspiration came when they saw there were not a lot […]
Youngstown’s entertainment venues risk 2025 operating loss
YOUNGSTOWN — The city-owned Covelli Centre, Youngstown Amphitheatre and Wean Park entertainment complex may end the year with its first operating loss since 2009 despite another strong year for ticket admission tax collections. “It should be really close to break-even,” Eric Ryan, president of JAC Management Group, which operates the facilities for the city, said […]
‘Choosing Pennsylvania’: Officials offer details on plan for agri-business in Muncy
New Jersey-based agri-business manufacturer has purchased a Muncy facility and anticipates 69 new full-time jobs with possible expansion of its staff to eventually create hundreds of jobs once the plant begins operation in a year. Officials with Farmplast LLC of Parsippany, Wednesday joined state Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding, Brent Vernon, senior Project, and Account Management […]
Mid-Ohio Valley Winter Sports: Parkersburg South boys have an abundance of depth
PARKERSBURG — Now that Parkersburg South is a member of the Mountain State Athletic Conference, the past is the past. With a balanced conference schedule, no longer can teams dodge playing Parkersburg South on the Patriots’ home floor. “Joining the MSAC was a big plus for us, – both game-wise and travel-wise,” said Parkersburg South […]
Big snow falls on Small Business Saturday
NEW ULM — Snow fell on New Ulm on Saturday as shoppers visited local retailers for Small Business Saturday, a nationwide promotion designed to encourage community shopping after Black Friday. New Ulm Area Chamber of Commerce President Sarah Warmka said even with the snow many businesses reported steady traffic and strong sales. At A to […]
Entertainment and more in the Mid-Ohio Valley
PARKERSBURG – The Artsbridge calendar for the week ahead: TODAY * Anything Goes: Wild Things, all member exhibition of the West Virginia Watercolor Society, Parkersburg Art Center * Belpre Holiday Lights, Civitan Park, Belpre * Festival of Trees Display, Blennerhassett Hotel and Spa * Shannon Hammer, naturalist photography display, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., WesBanco, […]
Small Business Saturday sends shoppers flocking to stores
WHEELING — Throngs of shoppers spent Saturday making sure at least part of their holiday spending stayed local, as Small Business Saturday brought them out in droves to locally owned stores. Customers lined the sidewalks of Wheeling’s Centre Market, an epicenter of local shops selling everything from clothing to novelties to antiques to artwork. That […]
Shoppers in Wheeling Keep It Local for Small Business Saturday
WHEELING — Throngs of shoppers spent Saturday making sure at least part of their holiday spending stayed local, as Small Business Saturday brought them out in droves to locally owned stores. Customers lined the sidewalks of Wheeling’s Centre Market, an epicenter of local shops selling everything from clothing to novelties to antiques to artwork. That […]