Laura Bowen
Anchor/Reporter
Parkersburg, WV
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Updated: 9 hours ago
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A local water company is worried the project will pollute drinking water they supply.
Updated: 13 hours ago
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School officials say a lot of work was done to make this progress.
Parkersburg City Council approves new police department position focusing on crimes against children
Updated: Sep. 28, 2022 at 5:52 PM EDT
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The measure passed unanimously.
Updated: Sep. 25, 2022 at 11:40 PM EDT
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The minor hit three cars during the chase.
Updated: Sep. 23, 2022 at 9:37 PM EDT
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Ivan Burton is believed to be one of Marietta’s biggest drug traffickers.
Updated: Sep. 23, 2022 at 8:56 PM EDT
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A local professor explains the what, why, and how behind interest rate hikes.
Updated: Sep. 22, 2022 at 6:24 PM EDT
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WVU Medicine Camden Clark now has two critical care ambulances.
Updated: Sep. 21, 2022 at 9:47 PM EDT
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Upgrades include an app that helps parents track their child's bus.
Updated: Sep. 21, 2022 at 9:26 PM EDT
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Higher costs come at a time this food pantry has to pay for more of its inventory.
Updated: Sep. 17, 2022 at 12:01 AM EDT
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A senator who voted for the bill and a Planned Parenthood official give their takes on the legislation.
Updated: Sep. 16, 2022 at 5:33 PM EDT
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Victor Lee Thompson was accused of murdering Darren Salaam last year.
Updated: Sep. 15, 2022 at 8:14 PM EDT
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With the price of gas, the age of Belpre’s population, and other factors, Belpre’s Mayor Mike Lorentz believes the need for Easy Rider bus service is there.
Updated: Sep. 14, 2022 at 6:18 PM EDT
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Students were evacuated.
Updated: Sep. 11, 2022 at 4:37 PM EDT
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The 18 year old driver, Caleb Michael Vancamp, is dead.
Updated: Sep. 11, 2022 at 12:11 AM EDT
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Law enforcement has confirmed that there were five people in the vehicle.
Updated: Sep. 9, 2022 at 10:33 PM EDT
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Captain Lou Wendell and his sternwheeler have been on plenty of adventures.
Updated: Sep. 9, 2022 at 7:57 PM EDT
|By Laura Bowen
This booster is especially tailored so that it fights not only the original virus but also some of the newer variants.
Updated: Sep. 8, 2022 at 7:14 PM EDT
|By Laura Bowen
Thursday was Save a Life Free Narcan Day in West Virginia.
Updated: Sep. 8, 2022 at 5:05 PM EDT
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State auditor Keith Faber wants this pollution prevention program to become more efficient.
Updated: Sep. 7, 2022 at 6:53 PM EDT
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The goal is that participants will walk away from the event more comfortable administering Narcan.
Updated: Sep. 7, 2022 at 6:28 PM EDT
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Dan Kincaid lived in Williamstown for 10 years. His roots in the state run deep, which greatly influences his work.
Updated: Aug. 26, 2022 at 10:25 PM EDT
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After over 10 years of addiction, Reed Byers turned his life around. He hopes his story helps fight the stigma.
Updated: Aug. 26, 2022 at 9:52 PM EDT
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The festival will run through this Saturday and Sunday.
Updated: Aug. 26, 2022 at 12:53 AM EDT
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Prevention was a major point of discussion.
Updated: Aug. 26, 2022 at 12:35 AM EDT
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2022′s freshmen class and the classes that follow are now required to earn half a credit of financial literacy.
Updated: Aug. 24, 2022 at 5:30 PM EDT
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It's not your everyday vending machine.
Updated: Aug. 19, 2022 at 9:07 PM EDT
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Community support not only helps students in need. It sets an example.
Updated: Aug. 19, 2022 at 8:05 PM EDT
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Look out for the parade, fireworks, live music, and more.
Updated: Aug. 19, 2022 at 11:55 AM EDT
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Scott Hickman is accused of killing a mother and her baby.
Updated: Aug. 18, 2022 at 10:30 PM EDT
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Sumner School is a part of local African American history. It's been closed for years. Leaders want to see it serve the community once again.
Updated: Aug. 18, 2022 at 6:50 PM EDT
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Locals are concerned the proposed well could contaminate drinking water.
Updated: Aug. 17, 2022 at 6:57 PM EDT
|By Laura Bowen and Alexa Griffey
The school year is looking bright.
Updated: Aug. 17, 2022 at 6:48 PM EDT
|By Laura Bowen
Here's what you need to know in order to schedule your homecoming festival day.
Updated: Aug. 10, 2022 at 6:24 PM EDT
|By Laura Bowen
The shooting sent a local 17 year old to the hospital in serious condition.
Updated: Aug. 7, 2022 at 12:56 PM EDT
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The minor was taken to the hospital in serious condition.
Updated: Aug. 7, 2022 at 12:00 AM EDT
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The motorcyclist was taken to the hospital.
Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 7:08 PM EDT
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The driver ended up crashing near GoMart and Sonic.
Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 6:53 PM EDT
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Writers will share their work and discuss their creative process.
Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 12:03 AM EDT
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Community leaders shared their personal stories of addiction, highlighting its devastating impact while also showing that there's hope.
Updated: Aug. 3, 2022 at 8:16 PM EDT
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Here's one way you can help Kentucky flooding victims.
Updated: Aug. 3, 2022 at 5:37 PM EDT
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The attorney general has his eyes set on West Virginia's supreme court.
Updated: Jul. 29, 2022 at 11:40 PM EDT
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Here's what you need to know about where Ohio abortion law stands now.
Updated: Jul. 29, 2022 at 9:49 PM EDT
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Those arrested are part of a street gang from Akron, Ohio.
Updated: Jul. 28, 2022 at 10:27 PM EDT
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The program was recently ruled unconstitutional. The attorney general is filing for an appeal.
Updated: Jul. 28, 2022 at 5:40 PM EDT
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Bernard Bell pled no contest to second degree murder last year.
Updated: Jul. 27, 2022 at 9:22 PM EDT
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It’s a part of a nation-wide initiative called National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program.
Updated: Jul. 27, 2022 at 8:48 PM EDT
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One organizer says she hopes people bring their toughest questions for the question and answer period.
Updated: Jul. 25, 2022 at 12:07 AM EDT
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If you are a resident of the Town of Cairo, officials are advising that you boil water you use for anything other than bathing.
Updated: Jul. 22, 2022 at 7:52 PM EDT
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The YouTube channel travels across the US, showcasing different restaurants.
Updated: Jul. 22, 2022 at 7:40 PM EDT
|By Laura Bowen
Walmarts across the nation and locally will be offering free services like cholesterol and glucose screenings, BMI checks, and more.
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