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- WTAP-TV Named Most-Watched NBC Affiliate in U.S.
WTAP-TV, the Gray Television Group television station serving the Mid-Ohio Valley, is the most-watched NBC affiliate in America, according to numbers released this week by the A.C. Nielsen organization. - WAIVER INFO FOR WTAP.COM
- Blacktop Scammer Sentenced
A man accused of swindling at least 16 local families during a cross state blacktopping scam was sentenced in Washington county Thursday.
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- McConnelsville Teen Pleads Guilty to Rape and Murder
More than five months after a mother of three was found dead in her Morgan County home, a McConnelsville teen has pleaded guilty to five charges in connection with her death. - Wood County Grand Jury Indictments
A Wood County Grand Jury handed down 41 indictments on Tuesday among them, a man accused of attacking a teenager on her way to school.
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- Suspicious Activity Hotline
When seconds count you should call 9-1-1, but when a situation just doesn't seem right you can now call the Wood County Sheriff's Department's Suspicious Activity Hotline.
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- Toxic River Study
Many of you may have gone fishing, boating or even swimming in the Ohio or Muskingum Rivers, but after a new study that was released you might think twice before taking your next dip.
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- Lining Up For Swine Flu Shots
A swine flu shot clinic in Pleasants County brought in pregnant mothers, children, and health care workers looking to protect themselves from the flu.
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- Gone To The Dogs Fundraiser
Sunday afternoon dogs and their masters came together to help raise money for other four legged friends that call a local shelter home.
- "This Is It" Is Making Money
It's only supposed to be in movie theaters for a few weeks and already it's leading the box office.
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- The Special Olympics Is In Town
500 athletes from all across the mountain state traveled to Wood County to participate in this year's fall games of the Special Olympics.
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- Local Plant Receives A Big Bond
A local power plant is receiving a big boost from the federal government.
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- WV Music In WV Schools
Fourth graders at Mineral Wells Elementary got a special concert Thursday afternoon from a local musician.
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- Winning An Effie!
Some good news for a local foundation that received an award that the executive director of the foundation says is comparable to winning an Oscar.
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- Wash. Co. Man Sentenced to Nearly 15 Years on Sexual Abuse Charges
A Washington county man will spend nearly 15 years behind bars for a number of sexual abuse charges.
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- Rotary Club
Monday the Parkersburg Rotary Club announced the six organizations that received about 20,000 dollars in grant money.
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- The Homeless Population is Growing
Cooler temperatures are setting in and more people are out in the streets of Parkersburg looking for a warm place to stay.
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- The Demand Is High For Seasonal Flu Shots
Many local pharmacies are out of seasonal flu shots, but some pharmacies are still planning to administer the shots this week.
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- U.S. and China Hold Trade Talks
Sunday the US Commerce Secretary Gary Locke traveled to china to discuss trade issues between the two countries.
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- They're Alive!
Halloween is a week away, but Saturday evening zombies were coming out of their graves in Marietta to have some fun.
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- The Fire Parade Called A Success
Area fire departments showed off their stuff Saturday with a parade from Parkersburg to Belpre.
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- Celebration At Simonton Windows
A local company that was once struggling has a reason to celebrate!
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- Yes or No for a School Bond?
An issue on the Washington County ballot has some Marietta residents divided on whether school children should get new facilities.
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- Trying To Raise Funds
The songs keep playing and the fundraiser is still going for a local radio station scorched by a fire last weekend.
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- Ohio Liquor Sales Getting an Early Start
Sunday was the first time you could buy liquor at 11 in the morning at Ohio restaurants, regardless if the restaurant has a Sunday license or not.
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- Trailer Fire In Reno
Sunday a trailer fire broke out in Reno. The damage is minor, but fire fighters said it could have been much worse.
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- Getting A Cheaper Hair Cut
Since the recession many people are skipping the salons and instead going to beauty schools for a cheaper cut.
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- Tips For Resume Building
An employment expert stopped by WTAP to give advice on resume building.
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- Jacket Left Behind At Crime Scene
Early this morning a man broke into a home in Parkersburg and made off with over 1,000 dollars, but what he left behind has the Parkersburg Police searching for answers.
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- Search Continues for Escaped Prisoner
The search continues for 19-year-old Christopher Lee Clark, who escaped Thursday afternoon from the Morgan County jail.
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- Replica Christopher Columbus Ships Arriving in Marietta
Two replica Christopher Columbus ships are making their way to the Marietta Marina this afternoon. WTAP will be carrying their arrival live right here on WTAP.Com.
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- Getting Answers About H1N1
The swine flu seems to be gripping news headlines lately, but still the public is looking for answers and Wednesday they got some.
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- Helping Out A Classmate
Wednesday evening people came out to Cici's Pizza in Vienna not only for some good pizza, but for a classmate and friend.
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- Guilty Plea for Gas Station Robberies
A man facing a laundry list of charges for robbing two gas stations in Washington County and leading officials on a high speed chase has pleaded guilty to a number of charges.
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- Good News In Cruelty Case
We have some good news to tell you about regarding an animal cruelty case in Washington County.
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- Belpre Has A New Fire Chief
There is a new Belpre Volunteer Fire Chief. Find out who...
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- Dangerous Rural Roads
You may like to take a drive out in the country to see all of the leaves changing during this time of year, but a new study released shows that rural roads are more dangerous than city streets.
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- Make A Wish Foundation
Sunday local doctors and lawyers got together to "hit one out of the park" for a Belleville boy with a life threatening disease. - The Passing of Tom Neale
We've learned Sunday of the passing of a familiar face to many WTAP viewers.
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- A Fifty Year Run
Celebrating a 50th year Anniversary is an achievement, and for a community theater it's been a good run so far.
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- Skate Park Project
Saturday afternoon Corning Park in Parkersburg was buzzing with skaters, roller bladers, and bike riders.
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- An Early Start For Toys for Tots
Saturday people stopped by the Trading Post in Wood County to not only shop, but to see what was going on.
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- Severe Weather Blows Through Area
A tornado warning was issued near Ravenswood and severe weather swept the mid-Ohio valley Friday afternoon.
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- Fire Damages Walker Trailer
A trailer is damaged after a fire in Wood County Monday.
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- Woman's Son Charged With Neglect
An elderly woman is in the hospital Wednesday, and her son is facing charges for failing to care for her.
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- Florida Man Released From Hospital After Two Vehicle Accident
A Florida man has been released from the hospital after a two vehicle accident.
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- Back To School Safety Tips
Summer is winding down and fall is gearing up and with the school year approaching school safety always comes to mind for many parents, teachers and faculty.
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- Updated: New Info Released In Accident That Killed Belmont Woman
A woman is dead and two others are injured after a two vehicle accident in Pleasants County.
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- Ripley Native Crowned Miss West Virginia
Morgantown, WV (AP) -- A 22-year-old Ripley native is the new Miss West Virginia.
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