New River Gorge National Park Wins Coveted Travel Ranking
The New River Gorge National Park and Preserve has been listed as the nation's top underrated travel destination by U.S. News and World Report.
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City of Parkersburg
Flood Preps Increase Along Ohio River
Flood warnings continued on Thursday for West Virginia communities along the Ohio River. Two counties are hoping for the best, but bracing for the worst.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsCity of Parkersburg Says No to More Drug Treatment Centers, Sober Living Homes
"It's the unknown that people are afraid of," said Council Member Sharon Kuhl. In an 8-1 vote Tuesday evening, the council banned any new addiction treatment centers and recovery homes from opening in the city for about a year.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsApril 16, 1920: Camden-Clark Memorial Hospital Dedicated
Camden-Clark Memorial Hospital was dedicated in Parkersburg on April 16, 1920. Its roots date back to the old City Hospital, a 40-bed facility that opened…
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsParkersburg's Memorial Bridge Closed for Repairs
A bridge linking Parkersburg and Belpre, Ohio, is shutting down for repairs. The Memorial Bridge will close Monday. Repairs are expected to be completed…
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