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Families celebrate Santa's arrival to the Meadowbrook Mall with music, crafts
Families welcomed Santa Claus to Meadowbrook Mall in Bridgeport on Saturday as the Bridgeport High School marching band played holiday music. Children and parents gathered for the arrival, with crafts, balloon animals…
2026 Christmas parades, tree lightings & other events in NCWV
Communities across North Central West Virginia are preparing Christmas parades, tree lightings and other holiday events for November and December 2026. The schedule includes Bridgeport’s Light-Up Night on Dec. 3…
West Virginia State Parks Foundation launches campaign to raise money for trails
The West Virginia State Parks Foundation has launched a statewide fundraising campaign to repair and upgrade trails in state parks, forests and rail-trail corridors. The nonprofit says donations could support…
West Virginia Secretary of State calls for both parties to use the same primary rules
West Virginia Secretary of State Kris Warner is urging the state’s two major parties to adopt the same rules for primary elections. Their differing rules in May—when unaffiliated voters could participate in one party’s…
Bridgeport business connects residents, tourists with traditional WV fruit products
Bob and Becky Titchenal have grown West Virginia Fruit and Berry from a small blackberry operation into a business producing preserves, jams, fruit butters, wines and spirits. Based in Bridgeport, the company has…
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Wesleyan students give talks on campus health, health literacy at SHAPE WV conference
West Virginia Wesleyan College health science students presented at the SHAPE WV conference in Bridgeport on Oct. 23. One session proposed assessing campus physical activity and stress, while another helped participants…
Spectrum technicians offer free American flag replacements
Spectrum technicians in West Virginia are offering free replacements for worn American flags through the company’s Project Stars & Stripes programme. When technicians see a torn, faded or frayed flag at a home they…
Veterans Day 2026: Free meals and discounts for veterans in NCWV
Restaurants and retailers across North Central West Virginia are offering Veterans Day meals and discounts to veterans and active-duty service members on November 11. Many offers require military identification and are…
T-Mobile customers having trouble with 911 calls, North Central West Virginia officials say
T-Mobile customers in parts of North Central West Virginia are having trouble hearing 911 operators after calls connect, local officials said Tuesday. The Harrison County Sheriff’s Office and Monongalia County emergency…
Mental Health Monday: Women’s Veterans Onward
Valley Healthcare System therapist Terri Bubnar discussed the Women’s Veterans Onward program during a sponsored segment on WDTV in Bridgeport, West Virginia. The program was the focus of the station’s Mental Health…
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WVJC School of Nursing celebrates 129 graduates at pinning ceremony
WVJC School of Nursing celebrated 129 graduates at a pinning ceremony. The event marked the students’ completion of their nursing studies and transition toward professional practice. The report does not provide further…
Donate a deer, feed a family: WV program asks hunters to give back to community
The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources is calling on hunters to donate deer to the 'Hunters Helping the Hungry' program this holiday season. Participating meat processors will grind and package the venison at…
Two people taken to hospital after accident on I-79
Two people were hospitalized following a two-vehicle accident on I-79 North in Harrison County, West Virginia, on Sunday afternoon. Emergency crews responded to the scene at mile marker 115 around 4:05 PM. According to…
1 transported following vehicle accident in Harrison County
One person was transported to a medical facility following a vehicle accident on Lodgeville Road in Bridgeport, West Virginia, on Saturday evening. Harrison-Taylor 911 officials confirmed that emergency crews responded…
Mountaineer Gas rate increase approved, set to take effect December 1
The West Virginia Public Service Commission has approved a settlement allowing Mountaineer Gas to increase base rates starting December 1. The adjustment is expected to generate approximately $17.3 million in additional…
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Former West Virginia governor & US Senator Jay D. Rockefeller has died
Former West Virginia Governor and U.S. Senator Jay D. Rockefeller IV has died at age 89. Governor Patrick Morrisey confirmed the passing, honoring Rockefeller's decades of service in healthcare, support for coal miners…
Girls prep soccer: Things go Spartans' way in 1-0 semifinal win over Bridgeport
Greenbrier East secured a 1-0 victory over Bridgeport in the girls prep soccer state semifinal. The win marks a significant turnaround for the team following their previous state tournament appearance. The Spartans…
Bridgeport second graders welcome high school students for story time
Second-grade students in Bridgeport recently welcomed high school students into their classrooms for a special story time session. The initiative aims to foster mentorship and encourage literacy among younger children…
Christmas for Heroes returns for second year to honor local veterans
The Harrison County Family Resource Network has launched the second annual 'Christmas for Heroes' initiative in Bridgeport. Supported by WV Prevention Solutions, the program aims to honor and provide assistance to local…
Bridgeport punches ticket to state tournament with sweep at Hampshire
Bridgeport High School's volleyball team secured a spot in the state tournament after a decisive 3-0 sweep against Hampshire in the Regional Co-Final on Wednesday. The Indians, seeded third, overcame an early challenge…
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Secretary of State reports smooth Election Day in West Virginia, canvassing to begin Monday
West Virginia Secretary of State Kris Warner reported a smooth 2026 General Election, with his office resolving minor issues including electioneering violations and a water main break that forced a polling location…
Bridgeport High earns first OVAC golf championship
Bridgeport High School has secured its first-ever Ohio Valley Athletic Conference (OVAC) golf championship. The team delivered a strong performance to claim the title, marking a significant milestone for the school's…
Mental Health Monday: Mental Health and the Holiday Season
Maddy Buss, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Valley Health, discussed the emotional challenges often associated with the holiday season in a recent interview with WDTV. The segment highlights the mental…
Dental offices host Halloween candy drive for overseas troops
Local dental practices in Bridgeport, West Virginia, including Wilson Martino Dental, The Smile Defenders, and TLC Dental, are hosting a community candy drive. Residents are encouraged to donate their unopened Halloween…
History Bugle: History, or an apocryphal story?
This article explores the nature of historical narratives, questioning whether certain well-known stories are based on factual events or are merely apocryphal tales that have persisted over time. It examines the…
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Dance for a Clause showcase collects gifts and donations for Harrison County families
More than 100 dancers participated in the inaugural 'Dance for a Clause' showcase at Bridgeport High School this weekend. The event replaced traditional competition with a charitable focus, collecting gifts and monetary…
Stone Tower Brews hosts winter market with 7 area vendors
Stone Tower Brews in Bridgeport hosted a winter market on Sunday, providing an indoor venue for seven local vendors to sell handcrafted goods, apparel, and baked items. Organizer Courtney Lafferre launched the event to…
WVSSAC releases new classification changes starting in the 2027-28 school year
The West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission (WVSSAC) has officially released new classification changes for schools across the state. These updates are scheduled to take effect starting in the 2027-28…
Junior golf championship tees off in Bridgeport
The second annual WVU Medicine United Hospital Center Junior Golf Championship has officially begun at the Bridgeport Country Club. Featuring top junior golfers from across the United States and abroad, the event…