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Growing potatoes subject of class

The Waverly Activity Center, 422 Virginia St. in Waverly, will hold a hands-on gardening class on growing potatoes at home from 6-9 p.m. Tuesday, May 19. Participants will learn an affordable and beginner-friendly way using a milk crate perfect for small spaces or those without a traditional garden. Participants will receive a milk crate, soil, hay, seeds and step-by-step guidance to help them grow potatoes at home. The cost of the class is $20 and space is limited. To reserve a space, call 681-445-3086 as soon as possible.

Dog Days in May shakes off rain at Belpre park

BELPRE – Dog owners from around the region gathered Saturday at Howes Grove Park in Belpre for the 14th annual Dog Days in May. Attendees had an opportunity to get their furry companions free shots, new accessories, chew toys, food and treats and time spent in the park soaking up the sun ...

West Virginia University at Parkersburg celebrates largest graduating class

PARKERSBURG – The achievements of West Virginia University at Parkersburg’s largest-ever graduating class were recognized Saturday at the spring 2026 commencement. According to a release from the school, the ceremony honored 645 graduates earning 760 credentials, including associate ...

Boys and Girls Clubs of Washington County finalizes agreement to take over Glouster Club

MARIETTA – The Boys and Girls Clubs of Washington County finalized an agreement to acquire operations of the Boys and Girls Club of Glouster in Athens County this past week. For the past two years, Boys and Girls Clubs of Parkersburg has provided leadership and support to the Glouster Club, helping ensure local youth had access to a safe, welcoming place to learn, grow, and build strong futures. That stewardship has strengthened the Club’s foundation and positioned it for continued success, according to a press release from the The Boys and Girls Club of Glouster. The transition ...

Shimmy Mob performs for domestic violence awareness

PARKERSBURG - Despite the dreary weather and rainy morning, Shimmy Mob Team Parkersburg gathered at Point Park to perform the annual Shimmy Mob choreography on Saturday. To raise awareness of emotional abuse and domestic violence, dancers worldwide with the group Shimmy Mob perform a ...

Donor makes $300K gift to Harmar Bridge project

MARIETTA – The Historic Harmar Bridge Company recently received “a momentum-shifting” gift with the donation of $300,000 by local philanthropist Laurie Hadler. According to an announcement on the nonprofit organization’s website, board member Heather McCarter announced the ...