The US military says its withdrawal of troops from Iraq is complete

September 30, 2026

BAGHDAD (AP) — The U.S. military announced Wednesday that it completed the withdrawal of all American troops from Iraq, ending a 12-year mission to fight the Islamic State group. The last U.S. troops left an…

'The Wall That Heals' Arrives In Ohio Valley

The Ohio Valley made sure Tuesday to welcome a monument to fallen Vietnam War soldiers into its community with open…

Advocates Respond To Rescission Of Biden-Era Title IX Transgender Rules

CHARLESTON – After executive orders and decisions by the Supreme Court, the U.S. Department of Education has put back in…

Capitol Theatre, WesBanco Arena Brace for a Busy Fall

WHEELING – Officials at the Greater Wheeling Sports and Entertainment Authority are ready to transition from a relatively quiet time…

Motorcycles Allegedly Forced Into Collision During 'Wall That Heals' Motorcade

TRIADELPHIA – Two motorcycles participating in the motorcade to welcome “The Wall That Heals,” a Vietnam War wall replica, were…

Advocates respond to rescission of Biden-era Title IX transgender rules

CHARLESTON – After executive orders and decisions by the Supreme Court, the U.S. Department of Education has put back in…

Community

Wheeling's Part In Steamboat History Detailed During Wheeling Rotary Club Meeting

WHEELING -- Wheeling Rotary Club members learned Tuesday about the history of the Ohio…

WHEELING – Ghosts and goblins and friendly spirits are returning to Ohio County Schools, but they…

Ohio County Schools To Stage 'Sensory-Friendly' Halloween Event

Two bills were introduced in the Ohio legislature Monday to suspend the state’s tax on gasoline…

Ohio Starts Process To Pause Gas Tax

Oglebay Benefits From Bordas & Bordas Amateur Golf Classic

Obituaries

SHARON ELLISON

Sharon L. Ellison, 84, of Wheeling, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2026. Services will be private. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.altmeyerfuneralhomes.com

Shirley A. Wiley, 89 of Lewisville, Ohio passed away Friday. Visitation from 12 noon until time…

SHIRLEY WILEY

MONA 'JEAN' CLARK

KENNETH HUGGINS

Top Sports

Martins Ferry Wins 16th Straight To Open Season, Sweeps Park

MARTINS FERRY – With Homecoming in the rear view mirror and a match with…

Rich Rodriguez Provides Updates On New WVU Football Transfers, Player Injuries Ahead Of Iowa State

Ohio State's Defense Searching For Answers Ahead Of Trip To Iowa

Sidney Crosby Knows He Won't Play Hockey Forever. On The Eve Of His 22nd Season, It's Hard To Tell

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Editorials

Be Careful During This Fall Fire Season

Though it may seem as though it has rained enough in our region over the past month or so that the ground will never dry out, it will. Eventually. Meanwhile, the change in humidity and all those crisp fall breezes we love so much mean it is time once again for fall fire season…

Building The Workforce

Washington Ave. Bridge Thankfully Near Return

Please Get Vaccinated

Local Columns

John McCabe: Residents Deserve Answers On National Road Issue

I’ve been wondering something in recent months, an issue that moved front-and-center again last week: How many times must the same stretch of National Road in Wheeling break open before someone decides the people living along it — and those who use it for their daily commute, to get to Wheeling Park or Wheeling…

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