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5 days ago | 
wtrf.com | Mary Flavin |Dan Mayeres
WHEELING, W.V. (WTRF) — Ohio County is under a state of emergency as city officials and EMS services worked around the clock to help those who’ve been affected. On Sunday 5 fatalities were confirmed and 4 people are reported as missing. Officials urge community members to stay away from road closures with the most extensive damage being in Elm Grove, Triadelphia and Valley Grove. They say several roads are deemed unsafe in these areas.
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5 days ago | 
wtrf.com | Mary Flavin |Dan Mayeres
by: Mary Flavin, Dan Mayeres Posted: Jun 16, 2025 / 07:42 AM EDT Updated: Jun 16, 2025 / 08:52 AM EDT WHEELING, W.V. (WTRF) — As emergency officials survey the damage produced by the flash flood, some residents don’t know where to start to pick up the pieces. Amidst the chaos of today, one Elm Grove family shares a heart-wrenching story of loss after the flash flood destroyed their home.
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6 days ago | 
wtrf.com | Mary Flavin
by: Mary Flavin Posted: Jun 14, 2025 / 09:15 PM EDT Updated: Jun 14, 2025 / 09:15 PM EDT STEUBENVILLE, Ohio (WTRF) — Across the river in Steubenville, over 100 people stood outside the Jefferson County Courthouse with signs in hand, taking part in the No Kings Day Protest.
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6 days ago | 
wtrf.com | Mary Flavin
by: Mary Flavin Posted: Jun 14, 2025 / 09:14 PM EDT Updated: Jun 14, 2025 / 09:15 PM EDT JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio (WTRF) — Community members had the chance to check out an array of paws-itively precious kittens and puppies during an adoption event at the Jefferson County Humane Society.
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1 week ago | 
wtrf.com | Mary Flavin
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – The Polish American Patriot (PAP) Annual Band Bash is coming back for its seventh year. Organizers say it’ll feature live music from local bands. 7 news takes a trip to the Polish American Patriot Club in Wheeling to see what folks can expect. That’s right, PAP is getting ready to rock and roll this weekend as they gear up to showcase bands from Wheeling to Pittsburgh.
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1 week ago | 
wtrf.com | Mary Flavin
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — Wheeling Park High School and Steenrod Elementary School have been named West Virginia Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports Tier 1 Model Schools. The two Ohio County Schools received recognition for their excellence in expectations and procedures that encourage positive student success. In addition to Tier 1, both Wheeling Park and Steenrod have a range of resources available for those who fall into Tier 2 or 3 and need more support.
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1 week ago | 
wtrf.com | Mary Flavin
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — Community members from across the valley took part in a growth and networking opportunity during the Wheeling Area Chamber of Commerce’s Lunch with Leaders. This year’s keynote speaker, Brad Smith, Marshall University President, sat down with featured speaker Toney Stroud to share his experiences with leadership in industry and academics. In his talk, Smith stressed the importance of investing in others and strives to facilitate change through education.
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1 week ago | 
wtrf.com | Mary Flavin
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — June is Men’s Mental Health Month, a time when we shine a light on a health concern that is often overlooked. One local health and wellness facility offers over 40 unique programs that help improve men’s overall physical and mental well-being. ThrIVe Wheeling has a range of services, from cryotherapy and athletic recovery to cosmetic support and Exomind, a technology-driven mental health therapy.
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wtrf.com | Mary Flavin
by: Mary Flavin Posted: Jun 12, 2025 / 12:58 PM EDT Updated: Jun 12, 2025 / 12:58 PM EDT GLEN DALE, W.V. (WTRF) — A fire broke out in a home in Glen Dale along Woodridge Drive Thursday morning. Fire Chief Richard Shoene with the Glen Dale Fire Department says the fire was electrical in nature and caused heavy smoke in the basement of an occupied residence.
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wtrf.com | Mary Flavin
by: Mary Flavin Posted: Jun 11, 2025 / 06:26 PM EDT Updated: Jun 11, 2025 / 06:26 PM EDT MOUNDSVILLE, W.Va. (WTRF) – Looking for a way to celebrate Dad this weekend? Look no further as Grand Vue Park is gearing up for a full weekend of Father’s Day activities. 7 news took an early trip down to Moundsville to see what fun-filled family events are in store.
