River Cities Tribune & Register

07/05/2025

🐾 As WV’s summer heat sets in, don’t forget — pets feel it too. Dogs, cats & more are vulnerable to high temps and humidity 🌡️🐶🐱

Tips to keep them safe, hydrated & healthy — read FREE 👇
https://www.wvnews.com/news/wvnews/keep-your-pets-cool-and-healthy-all-summer-long/article_9c2c6c69-6162-4b17-97db-916f94468ea5.html

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. — As summer heat and humidity return to West Virginia, pet owners are reminded that dogs, cats and other animals are just as vulnerable to high temperatures as

07/04/2025

🌿 Turn your WV yard into a Certified Wildlife Habitat! Whether you're in Tucker County or near Bridgeport, a few simple steps can help support birds, bees, butterflies & more 🐝🦋🐦

How to start — read FREE 👇
https://www.wvnews.com/diywv/build-a-backyard-that-works-for-you-and-the-wildlife/article_046267fe-8251-4b6e-a3a7-b7a11f61b2c2.html

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. — Whether you live on a hillside in Tucker County or in a suburban lot near Bridgeport, your yard can become more than just a patch of grass

07/04/2025

⚽️ WVU Women’s Soccer is adding defender Christina Salama to the 2025 fall roster, coach Nikki Izzo-Brown announced.

The Montreal native joins the team as a redshirt freshman after spending 2024 at Purdue.

More on the roster move — read FREE 👇
https://www.wvnews.com/bluegoldnews/wvu-womens-soccer-adds-defender-to-2025-roster/article_6dc14fdf-a954-4bcf-917f-972574496aef.html

West Virginia University women's soccer coach Nikki Izzo-Brown has announced the addition of defender Christina Salama to the 2025 fall roster.

07/04/2025

💧 Staying hydrated in a WV summer doesn’t mean chugging plain water all day!

From fresh produce to smart snacks, here are easy ways to stay cool & hydrated when the heat index rises 🥒🍉🌞

Healthy tips — read FREE 👇
https://www.wvnews.com/news/wvnews/top-10-ways-to-stay-hydrated-without-just-drinking-water/article_fc7f6cc3-6cbc-41fb-811c-8a3cb1c1a769.html

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. — Staying hydrated during West Virginia’s hot and humid summers is essential — but that doesn’t mean you have to rely entirely on drinking glass after glass of

07/04/2025

OPINION: As the fireworks fade, this Fourth of July calls us to reflect — not just on the past, but on our shared future.

Read the WV News editorial on unity, responsibility, and the enduring American spirit FREE:
https://www.wvnews.com/theet/opinion/editorials/the-quest-for-freedom-liberty-must-march-on/article_2debf967-54e1-4e61-a922-6e03c7f2038d.html

We hope this Fourth of July — as you celebrate with family and friends, and as the last of the fireworks fizzle out — that you pause to remember those

07/04/2025

In West Virginia, the Fourth of July isn’t just about America’s birth — it’s also a reminder of our own statehood, woven into the nation’s founding story 🎆🎇

Why the holiday holds extra meaning — read FREE 👇
https://www.wvnews.com/news/wvnews/from-the-revolution-to-statehood-the-fourth-of-july-in-the-mountain-state/article_f0d97b1c-8fd0-4db5-b776-1fc233e1618f.html

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. — For most Americans, the Fourth of July is a celebration of freedom — marked by fireworks, picnics, parades and patriotic displays. But for West Virginians, the holiday

07/04/2025

🎆 In Celebration of Independence Day
To allow our employees to enjoy the holiday with family and friends, our office will be closed on Friday, July 4th.

📭 Please note: There will be no July 4th edition of the River Cities Register. We will resume publication on Tuesday, July 8th with the River Cities Tribune edition.

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Wishing you a safe and happy Fourth of July! 🎇

07/04/2025

🎆 In Celebration of Independence Day
To allow our employees to enjoy the holiday with family and friends, our office will be closed on Friday, July 4th.

📭 Please note: There will be no July 4th edition of the River Cities Register. We will resume publication on Tuesday, July 8th with the River Cities Tribune edition.

For breaking news and updates, stay connected with us:
📲 Download the WVNews app
📱 Follow us on social media
💻 Visit: https://www.wvnews.com/rivercities/
Wishing you a safe and happy Fourth of July! 🎇

07/03/2025

🛠️ Looking for a simple weekend project?
Building a birdhouse is an easy way to attract chickadees, wrens & bluebirds to your WV backyard 🐦🏡

Great for beginners & bird lovers alike — read FREE 👇
https://www.wvnews.com/diywv/support-local-wildlife-with-a-homemade-birdhouse/article_c1a9db09-0622-4fe5-ab12-eda2c91b1137.html

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. — Whether you're a weekend woodworker or just looking for a way to attract more songbirds to your backyard, building a birdhouse is a rewarding and simple project

07/03/2025

Free Online Death Notice - ml(No-Phot_563.jpg) Tamara Melinda (Goodnite) Morris, 66, of Long Bottom, OH, passed away July 2, 2025, at her home following an extended illness.

07/03/2025

🗳️ Reps. Carol Miller and Riley Moore voted in favor of the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act", joining 218 Republicans in passing the measure Thursday.

Two GOP members broke ranks in the 214–218 vote.

More on the bill — read FREE 👇
https://www.wvnews.com/news/wvnews/west-virginia-reps-miller-moore-vote-yes-on-trumps-domestic-policy-bill/article_c6634b4e-67db-4f60-8ee9-f36a0f4e1d68.html

WASHINGTON (WV News) — West Virginia Republican Reps. Carol Miller and Riley Moore both voted in favor of final of passage of the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" on Thursday.

07/03/2025

🎯 During March Madness, the NCAA launched its “Don’t Be a Loser” campaign to combat harassment tied to sports betting — and it’s working.

A new study shows a 23% drop in abuse aimed at student-athletes since 2024 🎓🏀

What’s behind the trend — read FREE 👇
https://www.wvnews.com/news/wvnews/gambling-among-young-people-a-rising-concern/article_b51ca448-7e30-47b9-b2f1-dc8529b3dd05.html

During this year’s March Madness, the NCAA, launched its “Don’t Be a Loser” advertising campaign, focused on reducing harassment directed towards student-athletes.