Bishop Menjivar Asks For Special Collections Throughout Diocese To Aid In Flood Relief

July 23, 2026

WHEELING — The Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston announced Wednesday that it is asking all parishes and missions to conduct special collections for disaster relief following devastating storms and flooding that affected several regions across West Virginia. The Most Rev. Evelio Menjívar, bishop of the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston, thanked those who have already assisted with relief efforts, including volunteers from parishes, schools and Catholic Charities West Virginia, as well as first responders continuing to help victims. "I ask you to join me in prayer for all those affected by ...

West Virginians Impacted By Flooding Can Report Debris Blockages To Conservation Districts

July 23, 2026

CHARLESTON — West Virginians affected by Tuesday's flash flooding can contact their local conservation district to report debris blockages in streams and waterways. Gov. Patrick Morrisey declared a state of emergency Tuesday for all 55 counties after severe weather caused flash flooding, landslides, road closures and other dangerous conditions across the state. Technicians with the West Virginia Conservation Agency have been deployed to assess flood-related debris blockages and damage and provide assistance to affected residents. Residents may be eligible for assistance through the ...

National Guard deploys as flash floods in West Virginia inundate homes and businesses

July 22, 2026

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Torrential rains caused flash floods that inundated homes and businesses, washed out bridges and led to numerous water rescues in portions of West Virginia, authorities said. Gov. Patrick Morrisey sent 100 National Guard members to the hardest-hit areas in the ...

Hazmat Spill Closes Ohio 255 After Semi Overturns in Monroe County

July 22, 2026

SARDIS, Ohio — A Texas truck driver suffered serious injuries late Monday night after a commercial tanker carrying hazardous material overturned on Ohio 255 in Monroe County, spilling a flammable substance and forcing the closure of nearby roadways. According to the Ohio State Highway ...

Recovery, Resilience and Hope: Flood Victims Continue Rebuilding

July 22, 2026

WHEELING — Members of the Wheeling Rotary Club received an update Tuesday on ongoing recovery efforts in the Valley Grove, Triadelphia and Elm Grove areas following last year's deadly flash flood. The one-year anniversary of the disaster was commemorated last month with the dedication of a ...

Ohio County Students Earn More Than $200,000 in 2026 Stifel Awards

July 22, 2026

WHEELING – Top academic students in Ohio County Schools are a little richer this summer after being honored as Stifel Award winners for 2026. About 200 students in grades 5-12 collectively received more than $200,000 in prize money checks for their efforts courtesy of the late George E. Stifel and the Stifel Trust Fund, according to information provided by Ohio County Schools. Stifel endowed the trust fund to encourage education in public schools, and awards are based on academic achievements both in the classroom and beyond – measures such as standardized testing data. To ...