🌱 Fugitive Captured In Parkersburg + WV For Energy Freedom Meeting

Welcome back, Parkersburg! I'm here in your inbox this morning to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Friday: Humid; a strong p.m. t-storm. High: 84 Low: 68.
• Saturday: Humid; heavy p.m. t-storms. High: 86 Low: 71.

Here are the top three stories today in Parkersburg:

1. In Parkersburg, the U.S. Marshals Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force apprehended three individuals in separate homicide cases. The first arrest involved a 30-year-old man who had evaded authorities since 2017 after being involved in a home invasion and fatal shooting. The second arrest was of a 27-year-old man wanted for a shooting outside a Dollar General store, and the third arrest was of a 34-year-old woman accused of running over and killing the father of her children. These arrests bring closure to the affected families and provide a sense of relief to the community. (ABC 5 Cleveland)
2. West Virginians for Energy Freedom is hosting a community meeting today (Jun. 30) at 6:00 p.m. in Shelter 11 at City Park in Parkersburg. The event invites residents from the area to learn about energy efficiency, renewable energy, and other options for controlling their energy bills. The event aims to empower attendees and discuss topics such as the workings of the West Virginia Public Service Commission, rate increases, subsidies, and resources for becoming self-reliant in energy. (Parkersburg News & Sentinel)
3. The West Virginia Oil Marketers & Grocers Association (OMEGA) in Parkersburg successfully raised over $132,000 through their "Every Child Deserves a Loving Home Mother's Day Campaign." The funds will be donated to the Children's Home Society of West Virginia to support their initiatives in finding foster and adoptive homes for children, aiding emergency child shelters, and maintaining resource centers. OMEGA's efforts have raised nearly $3.3 million since 2003 to support various initiatives for West Virginia's children. (WTAP)

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Today and tomorrow in and around Parkersburg:

Friday, June 30

• Vienna Freedom Festival At Grand Central Mall, Vienna (12:00 PM)
• Huey Mack At Grand Central Mall, Vienna (6:00 PM)

Saturday, July 1

• Red, White And Booze At The Cocktail Bar (6:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Officials in West Virginia and Ohio are advising residents to be cautious due to a smoky haze caused by wildfires in Canada. The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection and various health departments recommend checking air quality reports and staying indoors, especially for sensitive groups like those with respiratory issues. (Parkersburg News & Sentinel)
• Marrietta College History Professor Dr. Brandon Downing will be joining the Parkersburg Library on Jul. 6 for a meaningful conversation and you are invited! (Parkersburg & Wood County Public Library via Facebook)
• The Parkersburg Police Department organized a retirement celebration for K9 Cedrick, who faithfully served the community of Parkersburg for over six years alongside his dedicated handler, PFC Dennison. (Parkersburg Police Department via Facebook)

Alrighty, you're all good for today! See you all soon for another update.

— Callie Cook

About me: Callie Cook is a Texas-based freelance writer and content creator with a degree in Sustainable Design, Landscape Design and Agribusiness from West Virginia University.