Good morning, Meigs County. Behind every thriving community stands the quiet dedication of healthcare heroes like Dr. Tracy Hendershot, who's bringing national recognition to our region after receiving the prestigious 2025 "Family Doc" Award. The WVU Medicine Camden Clark physician's exceptional commitment to compassionate care hasn't just earned him local accolades—it's potentially giving rural healthcare a voice on the national stage as he runs for the American Academy of Family Physicians Board of Directors.
As our community processes the heartbreaking news of an Ohio University student found deceased in Bryan Hall, we're reminded of the importance of supporting one another through difficult times. Meanwhile, education continues to flourish as the Parkersburg High School Foundation injects $21,000 into local classrooms, funding everything from virtual reality headsets to anatomical models—innovations that will shape the next generation of thinkers, creators, and perhaps even award-winning physicians.
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👨⚕️ Local doctor earns prestigious "Family Doc" award for exceptional care. Tracy Hendershot, MD, a WVU Medicine Camden Clark Family Medicine provider, recently received the 2025 "Family Doc" Award from the West Virginia Academy of Family Physicians for exemplifying outstanding commitment to compassionate, community-centered healthcare. The annual award celebrates physicians who demonstrate excellence in family medicine, patient advocacy, and dedication to accessible healthcare across West Virginia. Additionally, Hendershot has been nominated to run for the Board of Directors of the American Academy of Family Physicians, potentially giving rural physicians a voice on the national stage. His leadership and clinical excellence have previously earned him recognition for work in opioid stewardship, workforce sustainability, and long-term care innovation.
💔 Ohio University student found dead in campus residence hall. Police are investigating an unattended death reported Saturday night in Bryan Hall, though authorities say there is no threat to community safety. The university's Dean of Students has extended condolences and highlighted mental health resources available to the campus community. Students needing support can access 24/7 counseling services, drop-in sessions at Hudson Health Center, or attend special "Let's Talk" events this week. Faculty and staff have access to confidential assistance through the Employee Assistance Program as the investigation continues.
🎓 Parkersburg High School Foundation injects $21,000 into local classrooms. Fourteen teachers across various departments received grants to enhance learning experiences for their students in 2025. The funds will purchase innovative educational tools ranging from virtual reality headsets and anatomical models to standing desks and cooking materials. Each teacher applied by explaining how their requested items would serve student learning, with grants supporting diverse needs from special education to science and physical education. The foundation, established in 1988, encourages community support through the upcoming GiveLocalMOV 24-hour giving event on May 6.
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Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.
-Romans 12:12
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