Worthington News

Contractors will begin paving Locust Avenue this summer from its intersection with Cleveland Avenue to its intersection with Country Club Road, said a state Division of Highways official.

Other Stories by Karen Kiley SHINNSTON -- Last week's floods caused a lot of damage to homes and property.

Posted Friday, June 13, 2008 ; 06:10 PM MAGIC 106.5's Jack Logar look at what's going on around the area.

Posted Wednesday, May 28, 2008 ; 05:15 PM Updated Wednesday, May 28, 2008 ; 06:45 PM Several departments no longer belong to the county fire association The Worthington and Fairview Volunteer Fire Departments ...

“I know Donnie and Randy Proctor both, and I respect them both”

With a 525-vote lead over runner-up Donnie Leonard, Monongah Police Chief Joe Carpenter claimed victory Tuesday night in the Democratic primary for Marion County sheriff. via The Times West Virginian

“I'm very impressed with this school. "Always remember what your family and your faculty have done for you.”

For the first time, West Virginia Wesleyan College awarded Masters in Education diplomas at the 118th college commencement Sunday. via The Record Delta

The State Fire Marshal's Office rules a fire that broke out in Worthington Saturday as Arson. via WDTV Bridgeport

The Marion County Sheriff's Department has arrested a Farmington man for arson. Deputies say Joshua Abruzzino, 31, set fire to an vacant house in Worthington last weekend. via WBOY-TV

Six local men are vying for the position of Marion County sheriff in a balanced race with three candidates from each the Republican and Democratic parties. via The Times West Virginian

“I'm pleased. We've had a lot of repeat customers.”

Shampoodles Grooming and Pet Supply is a new addition to downtown Mannington. On Feb. via The Times West Virginian

“I drove a truck in four different states and picked up motors and parts. Then I was a shipping and receiving clerk for the Baker Mine”

Charles Hayhurst is one of those people every neighborhood should have. He's enjoyed his retirement for 25 years now, and he apparently spends much of his time helping others. via The Times West Virginian

A fifth-grader's social studies project on the history of Fort Boreman Hill was donated to the Wood County Commission to go on display at the courthouse. via Parkersburg News & Parkersburg Sentinel

“Anytime you can go one-on-one with a student, the chances of success increase significantly”

' A mentoring program that pairs local businesses with schools showed increased academic achievement among participating students. via Parkersburg News & Parkersburg Sentinel

The Marion County Sheriff's Department arrests four people in connection with two attempted armed robberies from last month. via WDTV Bridgeport

Marion County sheriff's deputies have arrested two people on armed robbery and conspiracy charges. via WBOY-TV

Dozens of teachers are facing job uncertainty this week. Last week, the Marion County Board of Education sent out Reduction In Force notices to 38 people with professional positions and 14 service positions. via The Times West Virginian

“There are all sorts of people who have gone on to do careers in golf or gone on to do other things. We will try to bring them all back together and have a nice evening.”

Not only is the Top Flite Junior Tour celebrating its 25th anniversary, but the West Virginia Golf Association has become an umbrella of sorts for the rest of the organizations affiliated with the sport - ' ... via Parkersburg News & Parkersburg Sentinel

The Marion County Sheriff's Department is investigating an attempted armed robbery. via WBOY-TV

“All of the doors to the rooms inside were closed”

Firefighters from the Farmington VFD and a number of other volunteer departments kept a house fire from spreading to other nearby homes early Tuesday afternoon. via The Times West Virginian

“We lost power to a section of Worthington about 1 p.m. Sunday, and we knew there were a number of people in the area, including some in Shinnston, still without electricity on Sunday night”

A wintry mix of light snow, sleet and rain is on tap today as the region gradually warms up from single-digit lows and a windstorm over the weekend that knocked out power to thousands of homes and businesses. via The Times West Virginian