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Washington Co. Sheriff’s Office to hold Crime Watch Meeting in Newport

1 day 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

2 days 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

2 days 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.

2 days 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.
Pat Boyles seeking mayor’s office unopposed in Saint Marys

2 days ago | wtap.com | Chase Campbell

SAINT MARYS, W.Va. (WTAP) - Pat Boyles is running unopposed for mayor of Saint Marys in the city’s June election. This is not Boyles’ first foray into local government and public service, as he explains. “I was on two terms of the Council before and I had to drop off because I moved from one section of town to the other, but I’ve always been involved in some type of politics, whether it’s been, you know, getting out the vote or doing things like that,” Boyles said.
Governor Morrisey talks about child welfare reform with WTAP

3 days ago | wtap.com | Phyllis Smith

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) -West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey talked to WTAP’s Phyllis Smith virtually to talk about making policy changes to the state’s foster care system. He has laid out six reforms. The state has been plagued by serious child welfare issues for years. Most recently, there was the fatal neglect of a teenager in Boone County in 2024, as well as the conviction in March 2025 of a couple for abuse and neglect of their foster care children.
Endangered hawk euthanized after being left unable to feed itself by suspected abuse, authorities say

3 days ago | wtap.com | Andrew Mcmunn

HILO, Hawaii (KHNL/Gray News) - Officials in Hawaii are reminding the public to report any suspected illegal activity after they encountered a disturbing incident involving a Hawaiian hawk, also known as an ‘io. Wildlife officials with the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) said the hawk was found emaciated and missing a portion of its beak in Mountain View last month.
WVU Baseball will travel to LSU for the NCAA Super Regionals

3 days ago | wtap.com | Atticus Pead

MORGANTOWN, W.Va (WDTV) - After an incredible weekend in South Carolina, the Mountaineers will travel to Louisiana for the NCAA Super Regionals. The #6 LSU Tigers move on to the Super Regionals after winning 10-6 against The Little Rock Trojans in the Baton Rouge Region final. The best-of-three series will begin Friday at Alex Box Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana; game times and ticket options are yet to be announced.
Strategic Highway Safety Plan Southeast Ohio Regional meeting held in Marietta

4 days ago | wtap.com | Jason Leveille |Phyllis Smith

MARIETTA, Ohio (WTAP) - The Strategic Highway Safety Plan Southeast Ohio Regional Meeting was on Monday, June 2, 2025. This is a statewide-coordinated safety plan that provides a comprehensive framework for reducing highway fatalities and serious injuries on all public roads. It must be updated every five years. A lot has changed since the last update. Using a device that is not hands-free is now a primary offense in Ohio.
Ice Cream Socials: How they help local volunteer fire departments

5 days 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.