(WTAP) – Here’s a recap of four headlines from Tuesday, ranging from economic development in Wood County to state policy updates in West Virginia and major transportation work underway in Ohio.
Weather: Storm chances increase for the second half of the week
Tonight will stay on the mild side with temperatures getting back to the low 60s. We will see some showers Wednesday morning, followed by scattered showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. There is a marginal risk for a severe storm or two, but if one develops, then we’re only looking at stronger winds or some mild hail. Scattered showers and warm temperatures will continue for the rest of the week and into the weekend.
Amazon opens new Wood County delivery facility, bringing same-day shipping and 100+ jobs
Amazon leaders cut the ribbon on a new delivery facility in Wood County Tuesday during a ceremony and tour in Davisville attended by the Wood County Commission and state representatives.
The 70,000-square-foot facility is expected to create more than 100 jobs in the area, and company representatives also outlined pay rates for several positions.
Amazon’s site lead Curtis Jones said the operation is designed to bring same-day delivery to surrounding communities, and in some cases, customers could receive orders within hours when items are available on-site.
Amazon also presented Discovery World on Market with a $15,000 check, which organizers said will support programs benefiting children in the community. Jaime Hyort, Amazon’s senior manager for public policy and a Wood County native, said the company plans to continue investing locally as the facility grows.
Treasurer Pack returns more than $16K to Parkersburg Police after February online firearms auction
West Virginia Treasurer Larry Pack presented $16,149.12 in unclaimed property funds to the Parkersburg Police Department on Tuesday, money tied to the state’s February online firearms auction.
Pack presented the check to Parkersburg Police Chief Matthew Board during a Tuesday morning event. Parkersburg Police sold 122 firearms during the February auction.
In a statement, Pack said online gun auctions that help clear out evidence rooms are one way to identify additional support for law enforcement. Board said the funds will help the department purchase equipment and training and that the department plans to be “very frugal” with the money.
According to the Treasurer’s Office, the winning bid total from the February auction was $82,299.10, placed by a federally licensed firearms dealer in Georgia. Statewide, 527 firearms from 19 law enforcement agencies were sold, with more than 18 bids from licensed dealers across 10 states.
Gov. Morrisey signs bill allowing more flexible high school sports transfer rule
Gov. Patrick Morrisey signed a bill into law Tuesday that clears the way for a more flexible high school athletics transfer rule adopted by the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission (SSAC).
The change follows the passage of House Bill 4425 and allows student-athletes who transfer during their freshman or sophomore years to keep their eligibility. Transfer restrictions remain in place for juniors and seniors under the new rule.
Morrisey said the updated policy provides families more options while protecting competitive balance and supporting communities that follow local school teams. The rule applies to all students, including those participating through homeschool and scholarship programs, state officials said.
ODOT construction season begins with Washington County safety project highlighted
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is kicking off a $3.4 billion statewide construction season, including a Washington County project aimed at improving safety.
ODOT said the 2026 season includes 977 projects, with about 80 cents of every dollar going toward preserving existing roads and bridges. The agency said the work planned this year will improve 739 bridges and about 4,562 miles of roadway, along with the start of 174 safety projects.
ODOT said the intersection of State Route 26, County Road 17 and Goose Run Road will be realigned in Washington County, along with culvert, signage, and pavement marking work. The agency said the project is intended to improve safety for drivers.
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