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Miracle Presents Motion in Court

Pennsboro · Pennsboro

Miracle Presents Motion in Court

Kenneth L. Miracle, 31, Pennsboro, WV, appeared in court June 23 for a motion hearing, with Third Judicial Circuit Court Judge Leslie Maze presiding. Attorney Dreama Sinkkanen presented a motion to allow him to reside with his minor children while…Read Article

FedEx truck catches fire in Ritchie County, no injuries

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

PENNSBORO, W.Va. (WBOY) — A FedEx truck was "fully engulfed" in flames on Saturday, leading to a response from emergency crews. According to a Facebook post from the Pennsboro Volunteer Fire Department, firefighters were alerted to the blaze at around 6:15 p.m. The truck was located at the intersection of Route 74 North and Bonds Creek Road. Bridgeport Summer Kickoff cancelled due to safety concerns The Facebook post confirmed that firefig…Pennsboro · Pennsboro Read Article

Veterans Offer Salute to the Fallen

Two veterans salute the wreath after it was placed in front of the flag pole at the courthouse on Monday morning. Residents gathered on Memorial Day to honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice while serving their country. Between 50 and 100 people were present at the wreathlaying ceremony.Veterans · Harrisville See the Story

Ritchie County High details student success and plans for continued improvement

Harrisville, W.Va. – Ritchie County High School Principal Chris Wells and Assistant Principal Jackie McBrayer conducted the Local School Improvement Council meeting with Ritchie County Board of Education members on Monday, April 28.Harrisville · Harrisville Read Article

Pennsboro Speedway cancels season opener due to 'unexpected damage'

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Video shows a 12 News car doing a lap on the original Legendary Pennsboro Speedway in 2021 prior to restoration efforts. PENNSBORO, W.Va. (WBOY) — After hosting its first major racing event in more than 20 years in 2024, the Pennsboro Speedway's first race of 2025 has been cancelled. The speedway announced on social media Friday that the Outhouse 25, which was scheduled for May 25-26, has been cancelled and "will not be rescheduled." The Pennsbo…Pennsboro · Pennsboro Read Article

Celebrating 30 years of health care for Ritchie County and beyond

Integrated Health Centers of West Virginia, formerly known as Ritchie Primary Care and Ritchie Regional Health, recently celebrated their 30th anniversary.Health Care · Ritchie County Read Article

Suspect in fatal Ritchie County shooting released from hospital

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Video is previous coverage PENNSBORO, W.Va. (WBOY) — A woman who has been named a suspect in a shooting incident that left a man dead in rural Ritchie County last month has been released from the hospital, but charges have yet to be filed. According to West Virginia State Police Director of Public Relations Cpt. Leslie T. Goldie, the prosecuting attorney is still reviewing the case to determine if charges are warranted and what those charges may…Pennsboro · Pennsboro Read Article

More upgrades at municipal park

Harrisville, W.Va. – Two entrances to the tennis courts and pickleball courts have been graveled and paved, while the third entrance is graveled, as announced at the Tuesday, April 15, Harrisville Council meeting.Harrisville · Harrisville Read Article

Estates processed; required actions taken by Commission

Harrisville, WVa – Several estates were presented before the Ritchie County Commission on Thursday, April 10, for various forms of required action.Harrisville · Harrisville Read Article

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