Hailey Lanham
My name is Hailey Lanham and I am currently interning for WTAP! I am getting my Bachelor's degree in Broadcast/Journalism at Marietta College and will be graduating in the fall of 2024.
The Campus Martius Museum hosted Cookies with Santa before he heads back to the North Pole.
This annual event is set up by the Wood County Sheriffs Association and donations collected are used to get the bikes for those in need.
The Marietta Branch of the Washington County Public library held a craft night for kids.
Parkersburg South collected way more than what they had expected at their winter food drive.
The Belpre City School District called a special Board of Education meeting.
The Williamstown lighted Christmas parade took place along with the annual tree lighting ceremony in the park. The Women’s Club offered cookies and hot chocolate to those who attended.
Marietta College students has the chance to show off their solutions to different types of problems that some may experience.
First responders were on scene within 3 minutes.
While there is no real explanation to be given about why gas is cheaper right now versus in the past, we talked to Petroleum Engineering Professor Ben Ebenhack to understand the process better.
The crash happened Wednesday night on U.S. Route 50 in Wood County near the Dallison Road exit around 7:25 p.m.
Fairmont State University came to visit Parkersburg to hand out $2,000 scholarships to incoming freshman who may be interested in attending the university.
The greatness of having a live tree at Christmas time is that they are biodegradable and can be reused after Christmas.
With the holidays approaching college students will be traveling home for break. It is important to know how to keep you and others safe.
Every Thursday the Belpre Public Library holds an event for children ages 5 to 12 years old.
Dispatch asks everyone to avoid the area, if possible, so crews can work.
Habitat for Humanity held an opening ceremony for a house they are building for the Sargent family.
The St. Marys United Methodist Church had a community Thanksgiving dinner.
The crash was called in at 6:59 p.m. on Monday.
Last month Marietta College cut 10 academic programs giving students the option to change their major or transfer.
The Washington County fire departments held a recruitment night seeking new members.
The American Red Cross offers a number of courses including CPR and First Aid.
The Betsey Mills Club held a financial literacy meeting after last years public peak in interest.
Start the holidays off right by adopting a tree or lamppost in Marietta to bring Christmas cheer!
The Washington County Hall of Fame and Awards usually takes place every year on the first day of November.
You have the option to come watch and socialize or learn how to line dance and create new friendships.
The Board of Trustees voted last week to discontinue 10 academic programs.
The First Baptist Church and Williamstown Bank came together along with other local businesses to throw a block party.
The Curator for the West Virginia Department of Arts came to visit Williamstown High School along with Representative Chiho Feindler.
The Arc of the Mid-Ohio Valley held an event for those with developmental disabilities.
The Belpre Chamber of Commerce held their annual networking event.
The Parkersburg and Wood County Library brought back the Hysterical Historians event this year.
As the holidays are approaching, it is important to know how to stay safe and recognize signs you may be in danger.
Bullying incidents have been reported at all ages from elementary school level to the college level.
As the colder months are approaching, it is important to know the proper way to operate your heating system.
The Humane Society of the Ohio Valley reduces adoption rates.
Prostate Cancer is very common with 1 in every 5 men being diagnosed in their lifetime.
WTAP talked to two sisters who look forward to Thrill The World each year.
The Garden Party is an annual event. This year the profits from the fundraiser will go to general operations, educational funds, scholarships and more. This is their first year back hosting this event since the COVID-19 pandemic.
