PARKERSBURG — A Parkersburg man who spent time in Chile before and after the recent earthquake believes the country will prevail over the damage brought on by the disaster. » Full Story

PARKERSBURG — The last day of school for Wood County will be June 8, though students will only attend half the day. » Full Story

PARKERSBURG —While the state unemployment rate rose two points in January, a county-by-county breakdown shows a staggering unemployment rate in Calhoun County of more than 20 percent and a... » Full Story

ST. MARYS — Pleasants County Schools will be allowing students to attend the girls’ state basketball tournament today. » Full Story

MARIETTA — A Florida man arrived in Marietta Wednesday afternoon to face a charge that he murdered his newborn daughter here in 2008. » Full Story

VIENNA — About 2,000 people were without water service in Vienna early Wednesday after a valve failed on a water line. » Full Story

PARKERSBURG — Though overall property values are up slightly, Wood County Schools officials say the distinct will take a nearly $150,000 hit in revenue for the coming school year. » Full Story

PARKERSBURG — A Parkersburg woman involved in a car accident inside City Park Tuesday was in critical condition Wednesday evening at Charleston Area Medical Center, said hospital officials. » Full Story

PARKERSBURG — Wood County commissioners interviewed Jack Hoffman for a position on the Wood County Development Authority/Roundtable and Dennis Cain for a vacancy on the planning commission. » Full Story

PARKERSBURG — Wood County will be among five counties in the state participating in a pilot project to allow members of the military, their spouses and overseas citizens to vote absentee ballots via... » Full Story