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Clean Chimney Equals A Safe Home

Chimneys in need of a good cleaning cause thousands of fires each year. And wood burning stoves can have those same hazards, but a few safety measures can help prevent a fire.

Published: Tue, 21 Feb 2012 04:05:09 GMT

Investigators Declare Arson Started Fire at Historic Village Apartments

Investigators say the fire was arson.

Published: Tue, 21 Feb 2012 03:58:55 GMT

UPDATE: Homecoming For Local Hero Kyle Hockenberry

A local hero has a homecoming stretching across both sides of the river. Hundreds gathered to welcome home PFC Kyle Hockenberry.

Published: Tue, 21 Feb 2012 00:09:11 GMT

Low Turnout for Early Voting in Ohio

Some businesses closed for President's Day, but the Washington County Board of Elections was open for business.

Published: Mon, 20 Feb 2012 23:52:18 GMT

Accident In Downtown Parkersburg

Accident at the corner of 4th and Ann Street sends on to the hospital.

Published: Mon, 20 Feb 2012 23:25:18 GMT

Bill Signed Addressing Retiree Benefits

Governor Earl Ray Tomblin has signed a bill that addresses West Virginia teacher's retiree benefits.

Published: Mon, 20 Feb 2012 23:55:42 GMT

John Glenn And NASA Mark Half-Century Anniversary Of Historic Space Flight

Ohio native John Glenn has marked the 50th anniversary of his orbital space flight with events in Florida and at Ohio State University.

Published: Mon, 20 Feb 2012 22:26:53 GMT

Ohio River Road House Fire

Crews rushed to the scene of a house fire on Ohio River Road at about 11:30 pm Sunday.

Published: Mon, 20 Feb 2012 18:50:43 GMT

Crash On Route 47 Crushes Car, But Causes No Injuries

A Sunday evening accident leaves one car completely smashed, but officers say it could have been a lot worse.

Published: Mon, 20 Feb 2012 04:44:44 GMT

Fire Destroys House; Police Called To Assist Investigation

An early afternoon fire destroys a Parkersburg home and the police are called to assist in the investigation.

Published: Mon, 20 Feb 2012 04:49:54 GMT