🌧️ Relentless rain threatens Mid-Ohio Valley with rising waters. Local officials are monitoring potential flooding as streams and creeks overflow from 2-2.5 inches of rainfall, with another 1-3 inches expected in coming days. The Ohio River is projected to crest below flood stage early next week, while the Muskingum River at Beverly approaches flood stage and is predicted to crest Sunday evening. Several counties across Ohio and West Virginia remain under flood warnings, with authorities reporting water covering low-lying roads including Core Road, Nicholette Road, and Stillwell Road. Emergency management officials urge residents to be cautious around flood-prone areas as conditions may worsen.
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♻️ Wood County tackles hard-to-dispose waste with free collection events. The Wood County Solid Waste Authority has scheduled multiple collection events throughout 2025 to help residents responsibly dispose of items like paint, scrap metal, and appliances. Events will take place in Williamstown, Parkersburg, Mountwood Park, Belleville, and Waverly from April through October, all running from 8 a.m. to noon. "We're reaching further across the county to make it easier for folks to get rid of hard-to-dispose items and help protect the environment," said Director Sarah Robinson. The authority also offers free litter control supplies and a Borrow-a-bin program for community events.
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💼 Edward Jones celebrates new Belpre location with community ribbon-cutting. Financial advisers J.C. Rutter and Steve Highland welcomed guests to their new office at 1702 Washington Boulevard on March 27. Local officials including Belpre Mayor Susan Abdella and Washington County Commissioner Eddie Place attended the ceremony alongside chamber of commerce representatives. With over 40 years of combined industry experience, the team is committed to providing high-quality investment advice and financial planning services. The celebration brought together chamber members, civic leaders, staff, family and friends to mark this business milestone in the Belpre community.
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