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Good morning Parkersburg! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Will Fairplains Elementary be torn down and what's next for PHS?
- How Parkersburg's early 8–0 lead slipped away in two sets
Today's riddle: What is the difference between a jeweler and a jailer? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: A t-shower in spots; humid, with a high of 84 and low of 62 degrees.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 84, low: 59.
- Saturday: Sunny to partly cloudy, with a high of 85 and low of 61 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Wood BOE weighs former Fairplains school demolition (newsandsentinel.com) — Wood County Schools officials in Parkersburg are weighing whether to demolish the vandalized former Fairplains Elementary and possibly build a new maintenance facility there instead. The board also reviewed millions in bond-funded work, including $2.6 million earmarked for Parkersburg High School stadium improvements, new security cameras, mental health services, and staffing changes aimed at boosting student achievement. 
• John Marshall Lady Monarchs sweep Parkersburg Lady Big Reds (wtap.com) — Parkersburg volleyball fans saw the Lady Big Reds fall 2–0 at home to John Marshall after giving up an early 8–0 lead in the first set. Despite strong plays from Grace Inboden and Ily Bowman, John Marshall rallied behind key spikes from Paislee Babiczuk and a final tip from Sarah Naome to complete the sweep.
📸 Around Parkersburg
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Parkersburg
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12:00 pm
Thursday September 17
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Other local events
- Homecoming Parade
Parkersburg South High School Parkersburg, WV 26101
6:00 pm - Powder Puff Football Game
Parkersburg South High School Parkersburg, WV 26101
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Parkersburg South High School Parkersburg, WV 26101
7:00 pm - Homecoming Dance
Parkersburg South High School Parkersburg, WV 26101
7:00 pm
Monday August 31
Friday September 4
Saturday September 5
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Jackson golf
Jackson Middle School Vienna, WV 26105
4:00 pm - Homecoming Parade
Parkersburg South High School Parkersburg, WV 26101
6:00 pm - Powder Puff Football Game
Parkersburg South High School Parkersburg, WV 26101
7:30 pm - Jackson Football at West Fairmont
Jackson Middle School Vienna, WV 26105
6:30 pm - 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 - Homecoming Dance
Parkersburg South High School Parkersburg, WV 26101
7:00 pm
Thursday August 27
Monday August 31
Wednesday September 2
Thursday September 3
Saturday September 5
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- I need help putting a value on this vintage 2 Horsepower "Economy" Hit-and-Miss Gasoline Engine, manufactured in the early 1910s and originally sold through the Sears, Roebuck & Co.
catalog. Is there anyone in the MOV who can help with this? (Nextdoor Willowbrook)
- Buffalo Wild Wings posted a job opening for Janitor in Parkersburg. Apply here.
- American Logistics Authority posted a job opening for Transportation Support Coordinator (Remote) — $865–$1,195 per week in Parkersburg. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Parkersburg here.
🗞 Nearby News
Vienna
- YMCA Parkersburg announces Heart of Our Community Award Recipient (wtap.com)
Williamstown
- Updated information about the two road slips in Williamstown (wtap.com)
- The Cross County Season Kicks Off With The St. Mary's Autumn Classic (tylerstarnews.com)
Ravenswood
- Ravenswood Football: Simmons is ready to catch on one last season (wvnews.com)
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 jeweler sells watches and a jailer watches cells. (Thank you Jean D. for sending it in!)
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