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Cheers Parkersburg! We're back, helping you stay up to date with what's happening. Let's take on the day together! ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How a former PACF scholar is now shaping local philanthropy
- Why Fort Boreman Park might be Parkersburg's best river view
- How Route 68's closure could complicate your drive from Parkersburg
Today's riddle: What has 2 arms and a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 94 and low of 68 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Friday: Mostly cloudy, a t-storm; hot, temps: high: 90, low: 69.
- Saturday: Cloudy and humid, with a high of 81 and low of 63 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Emily Rexroad named Communications and Program Specialist at Parkersburg Area Community Foundation (wvnews.com) — Parkersburg residents have a new point of contact at the Parkersburg Area Community Foundation, as former PACF scholarship recipient Emily Rexroad steps in as Communications and Program Specialist. She'll lead strategic communications, expand outreach, and support the foundation's growing grant and initiative work that channels charitable dollars into Parkersburg-area projects and nonprofits. 
2. This Civil War Hilltop Fort In West Virginia Has Views That Stretch Across Two Rivers And Two States (myfamilytravels.com) — Fort Boreman Park in Parkersburg offers residents sweeping views of the Ohio and Little Kanawha rivers, downtown streets, and neighboring Ohio communities from a restored Civil War hilltop fort. The article walks you through overlooks, trails, picnic shelters, historic trenches, and interpretive signs, explaining how community efforts transformed a forgotten site into one of the city's signature scenic escapes.
3. Contractors faces daily fines for delay in W.Va - Ohio bridge construction project (wchstv.com) — Drivers traveling between Parkersburg and Ravenswood face a longer detour as West Virginia Route 68 at the Wood-Jackson county line remains closed until at least Sept. 12 for delayed bridge work. The contractor now faces daily fines, and motorists are being routed to Interstate 77 or alternate paths through Ohio while the project is finished.
4. Jobs & Hope WV to host Opportunity Expo at Grand Central Mall (wtap.com) — Parkersburg-area job seekers can connect directly with employers and resource agencies at an upcoming Jobs & Hope WV Opportunity Expo at Grand Central Mall. Running from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., the event focuses on employment leads, training options, and supportive services to help residents move toward long-term career and financial stability.
5. Frontier wins three sets at home for victory over Parkersburg Catholic (wtap.com) — Parkersburg Catholic's volleyball team fell 3–1 on the road at Frontier, despite battling back to take the third set. Local fans will recognize standout plays from Crusaders like Annie Tokodi-Ruth, while the match recap highlights key rallies and momentum swings that shaped the final score.
📸 Around Parkersburg
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Parkersburg
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- Homecoming Football Game →
Parkersburg South High School Parkersburg, WV 26101
7:00 pm - Cross Country - CMHS XC Fest @ Ona
Hamilton Middle School Parkersburg, WV 26104
6:00 pm - Homecoming Dance
Parkersburg South High School Parkersburg, WV 26101
7:00 pm - Board of Education Meeting
Wood County Schools 1210 13th St, Parkersburg, WV 26101, USA
6:00 pm - Cross Country - Blennerhassett Island
Hamilton Middle School Parkersburg, WV 26104
6:00 pm - Tennis @ Marietta
Hamilton Middle School Parkersburg, WV 26104
4:15 pm - Volleyball vs. Williamstown
Hamilton Middle School 3501 Cadillac Dr, Parkersburg, WV 26104, USA
4:30 pm - Football vs. Blennerhassett @ JMS
Hamilton Middle School Parkersburg, WV 26104
5:30 pm
Friday September 4
Saturday September 5
Tuesday September 8
Wednesday September 9
📣 Parkersburg Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Jackson Volleyball at Hamilton
Jackson Middle School Vienna, WV 26105
4:30 pm - JMS Tennis Vs. Edison
Jackson Middle School Erickson All-Sports Facility, 4601 Camden Ave, Parkersburg, WV
5:30 pm - Football vs. Williamstown @ WHS
Hamilton Middle School Parkersburg, WV 26104
6:00 pm - Cross Country - CMHS XC Fest @ Ona
Hamilton Middle School Parkersburg, WV 26104
6:00 pm
Thursday September 3
Saturday September 5
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc. posted a job opening for Machine Operator 1, TSO in Parkersburg. Apply here.
- Kelly Services, Inc. posted a job opening for Forklift Operator in Parkersburg. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Parkersburg here.
Ok Parkersburg! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A shirt (Thank you Dianna H. for sending it in!)
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