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West Virginia's Move over Law Gets Major Updates: 'Not Just Fines—You Could Face Jail'

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West Virginia's Move over Law Gets Major Updates: 'Not Just Fines—You Could Face Jail'

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WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — West Virginia's "Slow Down, Move Over Law" is getting a major update on Friday. Since 2003, this law has required drivers to slow down or change lanes for first responders. With the update, starting July 11, drivers will have to move for almost anyone on the side of the road, including roadside workers and broken-down vehicles. One AAA official says it's not just about respect on the road; it's about safety. Following Go…See the Story

West Virginia’s Lyme Disease Crisis Grows: Ohio County Cases Skyrocket

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West Virginia’s Lyme Disease Crisis Grows: Ohio County Cases Skyrocket

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OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) -- Ohio County in West Virginia is seeing a dramatic rise in Lyme disease cases, reflecting a broader regional and national trend, according to the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department (WOCHD). Local health officials are urging residents to take preventive steps as tick-borne illnesses continue to spread. The CDC estimates that nearly 476,000 Americans are diagnosed with Lyme disease each year, and recent data shows t…See the Story

Fire erupts at abandoned school in West Virginia

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Fire erupts at abandoned school in West Virginia

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BENWOOD, W.Va. (WTRF) — A fire broke out Thursday evening at a closed elementary school on Boggs Run Road in Marshall County. Multiple fire departments responded to the scene, including Marshall County crews. Additional assistance was requested from the Bethlehem, McMechen Fire and other departments are also responding due to the scale of the fire. Tankers have been brought in to supply water as crews work to control the blaze. There is no infor…Read Article

Local annual Mini Con returns this weekend in West Virginia

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Wheeling, W.Va. (WTRF) - This weekend, Wheeling will be the host to superheroes, Jedi, wizards, and much more as the YWCA Wheeling hosts the 6th annual Mini Con. The action will start at noon on Saturday, July 19th at the YWCA building at 1100 Chapline Street. There will be vendors, comics, cosplayers, video games, and much more on hand, so no matter what fandoms you're partial toward, there will be something for everyone. And for the Mini Con t…Wheeling, West Virginia · Wheeling Read Article

New smoothie bowl business hosting first pop-up location this Saturday in Wheeling

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WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) - If you’re looking for something delicious and nutritious, you’re in luck! Two local businesses are teaming up this weekend to bring something new to the Ohio Valley – smoothie bowls! Two locals, Sami LaBelle and Brian Campbell, are hosting their very first pop-up location for their new business called LaBowls this Saturday, July 19 from 8 a.m. to Noon at Table 304 in Downtown Wheeling where they will be serving up f…Wheeling, West Virginia · Wheeling Read Article

West Virginia families receive free groceries at Mobile Food Pantry

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MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) -- Hundreds of Marshall County families received free groceries today at the county's Family Resource Network Mobile Food Pantry. Items ranged from chicken and fish to apple juice and chickpeas. As 7News reports, the people in need came from all ages and demographics. The sign says "This truck feeds seniors." And it's not wrong. We've actually today seen a large increase in the senior population today." Kimberly Gr…Wheeling, West Virginia · Wheeling Read Article

Top skill players return as Wheeling Park looks to build off eight-win season

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The Patriots averaged 31.3 points per game in 2024.Patriots · Wheeling Read Article

Tymkin re-signs with Nailers

WHEELING, W.Va. - The Wheeling Nailers, ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins, announced the team has re-signed forward Cole Tymkin to a contract for the 2025-26 season. Tymkin, 26, joined the Nailers in February of this past season, after he completed his final USports season at Brock University. He tallied eight points (5g-3a) and addedWheeling, West Virginia · Wheeling Read Article

West Virginia mother charged after baby found sleeping in filthy basement, suffering skull injury

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WELLSBURG, W.Va. -- A Colliers woman is facing serious charges after West Virginia State Police launched an investigation into injuries sustained by her infant child. According to our media partner the Herald Star, Kelanie B. Blanton, 27, has been charged in Brooke County Magistrate Court with child abuse resulting in bodily injury and gross child neglect creating a risk of death or serious harm. Court documents reveal that Blanton admitted to f…Wheeling, West Virginia · Wheeling Read Article

Officials to kickoff the demolition of Pennsylvania Mall

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On Friday, July 18th, The Washington County Board of Commissioners and 79/70 Associates will host a ceremonial groundbreaking event at noon at the Washington Mall site near Staples. This event will mark the formal kickoff of the long-anticipated demolition of the aging shopping center. “For decades, elected officials in this area saw this property as an obstacle, I view it as an opportunity,” said Commissioner Nick Sherman. “This is going to go …Infrastructure · Wheeling See the Story

2025 School Clothes for Kids Program is accepting applications to aid students in need

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BELMONT COUNTY, O.H. (WTRF) -- The School Clothes for Kids Program is back again this year thanks to the Belmont County Commission and Belmont County Department of Job and Family Services. This impactful program serves families that fall at or below the poverty line by helping students grades K through 12 shop for school essentials like clothing, backpacks and supplies at the Ohio Valley Mall. Fiscal administrator Jack Regis says for the past…Wheeling, West Virginia · Wheeling Read Article

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