Good morning, Jackson County. The heart of our community is beating stronger this week with the Children's Home Society of West Virginia unveiling "The Heart of Worthington" in Parkersburg. This transformed elementary school now stands as a beacon of hope for children across 13 counties, offering everything from visitation rooms to food pantries. Last year alone, they touched the lives of nearly 3,500 people—a testament to how repurposed spaces can create new beginnings.
Meanwhile, change is visibly taking shape at Parkersburg's City Park, where backhoes and concrete blocks signal the birth of a massive 47,000-square-foot recreation center rising from the footprint of a century-old pavilion. The landscape of progress extends to county operations too, with Wood County officials trimming thousands from emergency vehicle light costs while addressing rural cell service challenges—proving that sometimes the most meaningful community improvements come in both grand structures and careful budget decisions.
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🏠 Former school becomes heartwarming haven for children in need. The Children's Home Society of West Virginia celebrated the opening of its new Parkersburg location at the renovated Worthington Elementary School on Monday. Named "The Heart of Worthington," the facility opened in November 2024 after nearly two years of renovations funded by community donations, foundations, and corporate sponsors. The expanded space includes offices, visitation rooms, meeting areas, food pantries, and clothing closets to serve children and families across 13 counties. Last year alone, the Society served 3,492 people in the area while working toward their mission of promoting children's well-being and keeping families together.
🏗️ Historic pavilion makes way for massive new recreation center. Construction is underway at Parkersburg's City Park, where a modern 47,000-square-foot activities and recreation center is replacing a century-old pavilion. Photos show backhoes moving dirt and concrete blocks rising at the construction site, visible from the nearby JuLeP playground. The project represents a significant upgrade for the community, transforming an aging landmark into a spacious modern facility designed to serve residents for generations to come.
🚨 Wood County shaves thousands off emergency vehicle light costs. The Commission approved a $59,344 bid from Miller Communications to install emergency lights on six vehicles, down from an initial $64,000 proposal. Sheriff Rick Woodyard identified areas to cut costs, leading to the unanimous approval. Officials also discussed cell service blind spots throughout the county, noting coverage strength varies by provider. Additionally, Rep. Riley Moore's representative introduced himself to the Commission, offering support for grant applications and discussing plans to establish local office hours at the Parkersburg-Wood County Public Library.
⚾ Baseball Scoreboard
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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Jackson (12-0) | ||
vs McClain | W 12-2 |
🥎 Softball Scoreboard
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Wellston (16-2) | ||
@ South Webster | W 7-1 | |
Oak Hill (2-13) | ||
vs Alexander | L 15-14 |
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Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
-Philippians 4:6
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