D.K. Wright

1 week ago | wtrf.com | John Lynch |D.K. Wright

An Ohio man who allegedly raped a child made his first appearance in court. 36-year-old Joseph Melvin from Bellaire, Ohio appeared in Belmont County Eastern Division Court briefly. Melvin, charged with the first degree felony rape of a child, waived his right to a preliminary hearing. His attorney told the judge that Melvin waived that right, and Judge David Trouten said the case will now go to the grand jury.

1 month ago | wtrf.com | John Lynch |D.K. Wright

On Wednesday, the Wheeling Symphony Orchestra (WSO) announced their 2025-2026 season, titled The Place I Belong. Featuring four Masterworks and three Pops performances, as well as several free community concerts and special events, this year of programming marks the WSO’s 96th season.

1 month ago | wtrf.com | D.K. Wright |Amber Baker

BARNESVILLE, Ohio (WTRF) — Barnesville Police Chief Rocky Sirianni tells 7News there was no indication that a child had ill intent after an elementary school student brought an unloaded pistol and a loaded magazine to school on Monday. Police and school leaders say there was no immediate threat to students or staff, and that the situation was handled quickly and safely. Chief Sirianni told 7News there was no indication the child had harmful intent in bringing the weapon to school.