Clear the clutter, arrange the pillows, comb the children’s hair and most importantly, have dinner ready. This is just a small list detailing the ways a wife sh...
It sees all – the looming windows peer across the river town skyline; the crumbling brown brick walls echo the sounds of cheerful tourists; and the daunting tow...
Nothing is more perfect than a donut. Its symmetry is pleasing to the eye, the crackled glaze melts in your mouth and no matter the time of day, its fried goodness offers that certain pick-me-up. Thankfully, JR’s Donut Castle in Parkersburg is servin...
Walking down the brick paved street of Putnam, one can imagine aristocratic women in their white satin gloves and ribbon trimmed skirts peering into storefront ...
Art is not about creating colorful masterpieces like the Mona Lisa and Starry Night or carving life into sculptures like David and the Thinker. Art encompasses ...
Marietta and Parkersburg are no stranger to beautiful architecture. From the high arches and fret work of the Victorian homes on Juliana to the looming turrets and french doors of the Gothic homes on Fourth Street, the Mid-Ohio Valley is rich when it...
Looking back, you can probably remember that teacher. The one that spoke in a monotone voice while reciting the periodic table in a crisp, white lab coat. On th...
"Only gold tooth hillbillies that live in those West Virginia hollers listen to bluegrass music."
Yes, while many West Virginians would claim they have a soft ...
The first person to call me an “old soul” was my 7th grade math teacher, and to this day, he ranks as one of my top five favorite instructors. When I heard him say those words, I did not think much about it. Yes, I liked listening to old swing music,...
The Mid-Ohio Valley is known for its historic homes, abandoned railroads and cobblestone alleyways. There is always something new to discover around every corne...
Rebecca is a W.Va. native and spends her weekdays as a marketing and communications specialist. When it is time to clock out, you can find her seeking nature's beauty by exploring her state's mountainous scenery. Rebecca loves writing, pretending she's a Disney princess and spending time with her fur baby, Selena.