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Local grocery store’s discount for SNAP shoppers could be federal violation

River News Network Staff - November 5, 2025

WHEELING, W.Va. - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has warned grocery stores that they cannot offer discounts or special deals exclusively to Supplemental...

Road closed throughout November in Tyler County

River News Network Staff - November 4, 2025

TYLER COUNTY, W.Va. - The West Virginia Division of Highways announced that County Route 7 (Smith Ridge Road) in Sistersville will be closed at...

Marshall County Authorities Seek Public’s Help to Find Stolen Fire Chief’s Pickup Truck

River News Network Staff - November 4, 2025

MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. - The Marshall County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a stolen pickup truck belonging to the...

Local Voters Decide Key Mayor Races and Levies Across Belmont and Jefferson Counties

River News Network Staff - November 5, 2025

OHIO - Local Ohio voters made their voices heard Tuesday, deciding a number of closely watched local races and levies across Belmont and Jefferson...

Ohio Residents — Speak Up! Sign the petition and join the movement to end property taxes in Ohio!

River News Network Staff - November 5, 2025

BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio – You can sign the petition to eliminate property taxes in Ohio TODAY, WEDNESDAY! Here is the schedule and locations for Belmont and Jefferson...

Voters decide in the Richland Township Trustee Race

River News Network Staff - November 5, 2025

BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio - The two incumbent trustees in Belmont County's Richland Township were winners in Tuesday's general election. Incumbent Rick Ferrell garnered 1,334 votes...

Ohio Voters Head to the Polls Today

River News Network Staff - November 4, 2025

Ohio voters are casting their ballots today in the 2025 general election, with municipal races taking center stage across the Ohio Valley. There are...