L.V. Hissem

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Weekend Anchor and Multimedia Journalist at WTAP-TV (Parkersburg, WV)

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PACF holds open house, gives grants on National Donut Day

3 weeks ago | wtap.com | L.V. Hissem

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - The Parkersburg Area Community Foundation held an open house on National Donut Day to invite community members, funders, and non-profits to show all that they do while they show off their new renovations. This open house comes one day after the PACF’s Spring Community Action Grant Awards Ceremony, where they awarded just under a half a million dollars in grants to many non-profits in the area.
National Donut Day celebrated in the Mid-Ohio Valley

3 weeks ago | wtap.com | L.V. Hissem

WOOD COUNTY, W.Va. (WTAP) - Friday was National Donut Day, and people from across the Mid-Ohio Valley celebrated the sweet treat in honor of the holiday! National Donut Day takes place on the first Friday in June every year. Kelie O’Rooney, a crew member at McHappy’s says that the donut shop celebrated the holiday by giving away a free glazed donut to everyone who entered. She says that seeing everyone come in during the holiday is a wonderful feeling.
Washington Co. Sheriff’s Office to hold Crime Watch Meeting in Newport

3 weeks ago | wtap.com | L.V. Hissem

MARIETTA, Ohio (WTAP) - The Washington County Sheriff’s Office will be holding a Community Crime Watch Meeting Monday, June 9 at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will take place in the community building next to the fire department on State Route 7.
Meet the coaches for the 30th Annual BACF Football Game

3 weeks ago | wtap.com | L.V. Hissem

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - The 30th Annual Battle Against Cystic Fibrosis Football Game will be taking place 7 p.m. this Friday at Bill Hanlin Stadium at St. Marys High School. Coach Eric Huck of Team Ohio and Coach Robert Price of Team W.Va. will be on the sidelines Friday night, coaching their respective teams during the 30th Annual Battle Against Cystic Fibrosis Football Game.
How to keep your pets safe in the summer heat

3 weeks ago | wtap.com | L.V. Hissem

ST. MARYS, W.Va. (WTAP) - With the start of summer, you might be getting ready to spend some more time outside in the warm weather, but if you plan on doing this with your pets, there are a few things you need to keep in mind to ensure their safety in the summer heat. According to Dr. Jacob Kay, Associate Veterinarian at the St. Marys Veterinary Clinic, there are a few symptoms to be mindful of when playing with your pets outside.
Vehicle on side after crash on Rising Sun Rd.

3 weeks ago | wtap.com | L.V. Hissem

WALKER, W.Va. (WTAP) - A van was left on its side after a single-vehicle crash on Rising Sun Ridge Rd. in Walker Wed. evening. Representatives with the Deerwalk Volunteer Fire Dept. say they first received a call for the crash at 4:15 p.m.They explained that the driver of the van slid into a gravel patch off the side of the road, hit a neighboring tree, and then drove into a tree stump which led to the vehicle tipping onto its side.
Ice Cream Socials: How they help local volunteer fire departments

3 weeks ago | wtap.com | L.V. Hissem

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - With the summer months comes a lot of summer events and activities, including ice cream socials, which not only serve up the fun, but also help to support those who serve the community in a big way. Chief Ron Utt of the East Wood Volunteer Fire Department and Chief Mike Chevalier of the Little Hocking Volunteer Fire Department say that ice cream socials aren’t just fun events for the community, they are also vital to volunteer departments.
Local volunteer fire departments participate in live burn training

3 weeks ago | wtap.com | L.V. Hissem

WALKER, W.Va. (WTAP) - According to Chief Ron Utt of the East Wood Volunteer Fire Department the live burn training gives firefighters the opportunity to experience extinguishing a fire in a true structure (in this case, one that was previously abandoned and then acquired by the department) rather than a simulated burn building...making the experience more life-like.
Lean on Me WV Training: helping families without judgement

4 weeks ago | wtap.com | L.V. Hissem

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - The Children’s Home Society Of West Virginia’s Cardinal Family Support Center and the Wood County Partners in Prevention Team hosted a workshop for community members and youth leaders of many capacities to teach them about the LEAN on Me WV program.
PHS senior Kadence Anderson awarded Glenn Wilson Scholarship

1 month ago | wtap.com | L.V. Hissem

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - The class of 2025 gathered in the Parkersburg High School Fieldhouse Wednesday to receive different honors, recognitions, and scholarships with their families in attendance. One of the scholarships given away was one that is close to home for WTAP. This year’s Glenn Wilson Broadcast Journalism Scholarship winner is Kadence Anderson from Parkersburg High School. Kadence accepted the scholarship as it was presented by WTAP’s own Phyllis Smith.