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McCardle Sworn In As New Ohio County Circuit Clerk

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WHEELING — New Ohio County Clerk of Courts Ella McCardle was sworn into office by her former boss Wednesday. McCardle, 47, received the oath from Circuit Judge David Sims, for whom she had most recently served as administrative assistant. Sims expressed pride in McCardle before the ceremony and wished her well. “I loved working for Judge Sims,” McCardle said. “You couldn’t ask for a better judge. You couldn’t ask for a better boss.” Nevertheless, she indicated she was “beyond excited” to start the next chapter in her career. McCardle brings more than 15 years of ...

Weirton Water Board Begins Search for New Director

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WEIRTON — The search for a new director for Weirton’s water system is under way. The Weirton Area Water Board convened in a special session Wednesday, approving a draft job description and agreeing to begin advertising to fill the position. The move comes following the announcement last ...

Belmont County Health Department Building Nears Completion

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ST. CLAIRSVILLE — The new Belmont County Health Department building project is set for completion Dec. 28. As construction continues at the facility, the Belmont County Board of Commissioners passed two motions approving amendments regarding the project. The board approved an amendment to ...

American Legion Post 1 Receives National Award For Flood Recovery Efforts

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WHEELING — The American Legion Post 1 of Wheeling received national recognition Wednesday for its volunteer efforts during the deadly June 14, 2025, flash floods in Triadelphia, Elm Grove and Valley Grove. John Powell, past department commander, said Post 1 received the National Emergency Fund Excellence Award from the American Legion’s National Headquarters during a ceremony Wednesday in Louisville, Kentucky. He said Post 1 receiving the award was a “humbling” experience. “It’s not something we did for recognition. We just did it,” he said. “It’s nice to receive ...

W.Va. Supreme Court Justice Experiences 'Medical Incident' During Oral Arguments

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CHARLESTON – The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals canceled oral arguments Wednesday after Justice William R. “Bill” Wooton experienced “a medical incident.” The incident happened during oral arguments Wednesday morning, according to a statement from Jared Hunt, the court’s communications director. Wooton “experienced a medical incident while on the bench. Arguments were stopped and emergency personnel called in to treat the situation,” Hunt said. “Justice Wooton was conscious, alert and conversing with first responders as they treated him. He was then taken ...

Fox Run CEO Faces Charges Following Undercover Operation

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MARTINS FERRY — Fox Run CEO Randall Mackendrick was arrested over the weekend on multiple charges, including unlawful sexual contact with a minor. Mackendrick was arrested early Saturday by the North Ridgeville Police Department on charges of importuning, defined as soliciting sexual ...