WTAP-TV (Parkersburg, WV)

WTAP serves as a key media outlet in the Mid-Ohio Valley. While we may be one of the smaller TV stations in the nation, we stand out for our energy and innovation. Equipped with cutting-edge technology and a polished on-air presentation, as well as a strong digital footprint, WTAP broadcasts NBC, FOX, CBS, MeTV, and CW channels, reaching over 55,000 households in Wood and Pleasants Counties in West Virginia, plus Washington County in Ohio. Our total reach extends to nearly 70,000 households due to our dedicated viewers in neighboring areas as well. With wtap.com as part of our comprehensive television platform, we are the leading source for local news, weather updates, sports, entertainment, and community engagement in the Mid-Ohio Valley. Advertising your business on our broadcast and online platforms connects your brand with our reliable content.

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Spring sports scoreboard: April 22, 2025

1 day ago | wtap.com | Josiah Schueneman

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) -HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALLGrafton - 1Parkersburg - 2St. Marys - 1Williamstown - 13Belpre - 2Trimble - 12Caldwell - 9Fort Frye - 7Warren - 5Gallia Academy - 6Southern - 1Waterford - 3HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALLLKC SemifinalRavenswood - 1St. Marys - 2LKC First RoundWebster County - 2Williamstown - 17Fort Frye - 3Frontier - 1Huntington - 4Parkersburg - 10Parkersburg South - 4Point Pleasant - 5Belpre - 5Trimble - 3Marietta - 5Warren - 6Southern - 23Waterford - 2
Amputee Fun Fest: Fundraiser for The Amputee Center

2 days ago | wtap.com | Emma Grace Myers

April is recognized as limb loss and limb Difference Awareness Month
Spring sports scoreboard: April 21, 2025

2 days ago | wtap.com | Josiah Schueneman

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) -HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALLCharleston Catholic - 14Williamstown - 1St. Albans - 4Parkersburg - 5Warren - 0Fort Frye - 2Alexander - 3Waterford - 11HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALLRitchie County - 6Parkersburg - 3Warren - 0Fort Frye - 6Waterford - 2Southern - 20NCAA DIV.
Kallie McCutcheon signs with West Liberty for soccer

2 days ago | wtap.com | Josiah Schueneman

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - Parkersburg South senior Kallie McCutcheon is taking her talents to Division II to go play soccer for the West Liberty Hilltoppers. McCutcheon made the decision at a signing ceremony on Monday at Parkersburg South High School with friends, family, coaches, and teammates in attendance. She transferred to South for her final season of prep soccer after previously playing at Ripley.
Young Voices: A chance for students to get involved in city government

4 days ago | wtap.com | Hailey Lanham

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - Students have a chance to participate in their local city government on Tuesday, April 22. Parkersburg City Council and Sow & Grow Together are inviting students in grades 6-12 to join them on April 22 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. to learn more about local city government. This will give students an opportunity to learn how city government works, meet local leaders, and learn how to effectively let their voice be heard.
Spring sports scoreboard: April 18, 2025

5 days ago | wtap.com | Josiah Schueneman

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) -HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALLShenandoah - 7Waterford - 8Marietta - 5Athens - 15Frontier - 2River - 14HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALLValley - 2Williamstown - 11Athens - 6Warren - 1Parkersburg - 3Cabell Midland - 18DH Game 1St. Marys - 9Petersburg - 3DH Game 2St. Marys - 10Lincoln - 6Fort Frye - 1River - 11Frontier - 0Shadyside - 1Shenandoah - 17Waterford - 2See an error in our reporting? Send us an email by
Obituary: Brookover, Dawn Elaine

6 days ago | wtap.com | Phillip Hickman

Dawn Elaine Brookover, 63, of Marietta passed away 6:11 am on April 17, 2025 at her home. She was born July 10, 1961 in Harrietville to Robert and Corine (Ridgeway) Brookover. Dawn was employed at Vogue Swift Dry Cleaning. She was married to Larry Sparks who preceded her in death.
Obituary: Sims-Lambert, Elizabeth Ann

6 days ago | wtap.com | Phillip Hickman

Elizabeth Ann Sims-Lambert of Mineral Wells, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at the Cleveland Clinic at the age of 65. She was born on August 11, 1959, in Elizabeth, West Virginia, to Eli Justine and Mary Mildred Sims. Liz attended Wirt County High School and Mountain State Community College. She was retired after a life filled with many different types of occupations. She was the dedicated wife to Wayne, with whom she shared 21 wonderful years.
Obituary: Barrett, Charles P.

6 days ago | wtap.com | Phillip Hickman

Charles P. Barrett 87, of Belpre, OH., passed away Monday, April 14, 2025 at Marietta Memorial Hospital. He was born January 12, 1938 in Vincent, OH., to the late Carroll J. and Clara L. Kestermier Barrett. Charles is survived by his daughter Cheryl Wells (Chris), granddaughters Morgan and Elizabeth Wells and a sister Susanne Scheid. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a son Steve, a daughter Kimberly Ann Barrett, brothers David, Jim and Tom and a sister Marita Oxender.
Obituary: Bower, Jerry Keith

6 days ago | wtap.com | Phillip Hickman

Jerry Keith Bower, age 78, of Parkersburg, WV, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, after a short illness. He was born on December 20, 1946. Jerry was a devoted husband to his wife of many years, Lisa Bower. He was a loving and proud father to his children: Vince Bower (Mindi) of Williamstown, Jerry Patrick “Pat” Bower of Parkersburg, Jana Howell (Chad Foster) of Parkersburg, and Leah Wagoner (Martin) of Parkersburg and all of whom survive him.