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Magnolia Beats Trinity 3-2 in Region 1 Semifinals

The Blue Eagles hosted a Region 1 semifinal against the Trinity Warriors on Monday evening November 3, following the Warriors win over Notre Dame in the first match of the evening. The Eagles then picked up the win in a close match going five sets, 23-25, 25-16, 26-24, 22-25, and 15-6. The ...

Wetzel/Tyler Chamber of Commerce Hosts Community Breakfast

Wetzel County Chamber of Commerce Director, Sharon Cambpell hosted a gathering of guests to be part of the State of the County review by distinguished speakers. This is the third year that Mrs. Campbell has hosted a review of the county’s future in one form or another. The open breakfast ...

Paden City Haunted Trail a Spooky Spectacular

On Monday evening October 20th, the Paden City Park walking trail transformed into a fun frightful trail of terror for people of all ages. A year in the making the annual event came to life as an estimated 2000 plus visitors dressed as Ghosts, Goblins, Princesses, Pokémon and costumed ...

Peaceful Protest Mired by Possible Gunfire and Physical Assault

Last Saturday, October 18, near the Williams Cemetery in New Martinsville a large group of protesters turned out to show their displeasure with President Donald Trump’s policies, authoritarianism, and rise to becoming the King of America. Dozens of signs pointing out his administration's ...

New Martinsville Municipal Electric Honored at Annual

The New Martinsville Municipal Electric Department was recently honored at the 2025 American Municipal Power (AMP) Annual Conference for their achievements throughout the past year. They received a Safety Award in the Transmission and Distribution category in recognition of no reportable time ...

Magnolia Homecoming Slated for Friday night

The Magnolia Blue Eagles will celebrate Homecoming on Friday night as they take on Tyler Consolidated at 7 pm at the Magnolia High School football field.The Homecoming Parade will start at Magnolia High School at 6:00 pm and end at the Football Field. The crowning of the Queen and King will ...

New Martinsville Vintage Regatta Thrills Spectators with High Speed Racing

New Martinsville welcomed Vintage hydroplanes back to the fastest freshwater course in America on Labor Day weekend 2025. This weekend was the 8th year the event has taken place in New Martinsville and 56 boats returned ready to race head-to-head on the Ohio River. Although the boats are not ...

A New School Year

Returning to school, whether for another year or for the first time, it’s a significant event for students, parents, and educators. It marks a transition back into the rhythms of academic life, learning, and growth. For students returning for another year, there's a mix of familiarity and ...