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Sad News in West Virginia: Body of Missing Swimmer in Summers County Recovered by First Responders

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WDTV reported that the body of a swimmer who disappeared in the New River in Summers County on Sunday, July 5, has been re...


By Connect-Bridgeport Staff July 08, 2026 1:15 PM EST in News

Statement from HCBOE Superintendent Stutler, Link to July 2026 On-Site Review Report from State Board

Story Photo (63627) FROM HARRISON COUNTY SCHOOLS STATEMENT FROM SUPERINTENDENT DORA STUTLER   "This morning, w...

Posted July 08, 2026 12:00 PM EST in News

Section of Clarksburg's Fourth Street Closed for Time Period Unknown Due to Ongoing Work in the Area

Story Photo (63604) FROM THE CITY OF CLARKSBURG   The City of Clarksburg advises motorists that Fourth Street, from Hewes...

Posted July 08, 2026 10:30 AM EST in News

Gallery II: More Images from "Fireworks on the Hill"

Story Photo (63591) Jam-packed crowds handled the heat to get a look at the annual "Fireworks on the Hill" event on Friday, July 3 i...

Posted July 08, 2026 8:00 AM EST in News


LATEST NEWS

• National Chain Restaurant with Over 3,000 Locations Preparing to Open First Location in City at White Oaks | July 08, 2026 7:00 AM EST in News

• Taylor County Fair is Set and Runs through July 11 | July 08, 2026 12:45 AM EST in News

• Man Involved in May Motorcycle Accident has Died | July 08, 2026 12:15 AM EST in News

• Man who was on Cutting Edge of Computers, Veteran, Coach, Harper Granville Grimm, Jr., Passes Away | July 08, 2026 12:00 AM EST in News

• Financial, Other Issues See Intervention of Harrison County Schools by West Virginia Board of Education | July 08, 2026 11:45 AM EST in News

• Off the Shelf: July 14 Event to See North Central West Virginia Native, Rev. Ware, Discuss State Water Woes | July 08, 2026 9:00 AM EST in Blogs

• LUCAS Mobile Lung Cancer Screening Unit Slated for Harrison County Visit as Part of Early August Dates | July 08, 2026 12:30 AM EST in News

• State Higher Learning Commission Removes Pierpont from "Accredited on Notice;" Now Fully Accredited | July 07, 2026 1:30 PM EST in News

• WVU 2026 Football Promotional Schedule Announced | July 07, 2026 12:00 PM EST in Sports

• Pickleball Restroom Closure in Place to Allow for Work | July 07, 2026 10:30 AM EST in News

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What was your favorite thing about this year's ABB Summer Kickoff and Food Truck Festival?

Live Entertainment
Hot Dog Eating Contest
Stage Trivia, Crowd Participation
Food Trucks
Car Show
Kids' Area/Inflatables
Tents/Activities
Beach Ball Drop
Dunk Tank
Giant Sandbox
Art Exhibit
Kids' Flower Planting Station
Visiting with Friends & Neighbors


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EVENTS

Clarksburg Winterfest Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser

Date: 7/10/26 - 7/10/26
Time: 11:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Clarksburg Winterfest Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser, 11:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., PWA/Uptown Event Center, 305 Washington Avenue in Clarksburg. Dinners are $12 for one dinner and $20 ...

GALLERY

LL Opening Day State Tour 2026

BLOGS [ view all ]

  • Joe Earley

    The Cyber Beacon: Protecting Public Trus...

    After a brief hiatus, it is great to be back writi...

    Posted by Joe Earley

  • Dick Duez

    Time Travel: Bridgeport High's Class of ...

    This is a photo of the Class of 1981 from Bridgepo...

    Posted by Dick Duez

  • Jeff Toquinto

    From the Bench: Football Road Ends for t...

    There are some great duos that see their runs end....

    Posted by Jeff Toquinto

  • Angela Spatafore

    Off the Shelf: July 14 Event to See Nort...

    Mark your calendars for Tuesday, July 14 from 5:30...

    Posted by Angela Spatafore

  • Perris Reed

    Tending Community: Thanks to Our High Sc...

      If you've been to the Bridgeport ...

    Posted by Perris Reed

  • Rosalyn Queen

    The Grapevine: A Visit to the Bridgeport...

    After a visit to the Bridgeport Farmers and Makers...

    Posted by Rosalyn Queen

  • Jeff Toquinto

    ToquiNotes: Quiet Passing of a Bridgepor...

    There was no obituary. There was no formal service...

    Posted by Jeff Toquinto

  • Julie Perine

    It's Happening: Curtain to Open on The W...

      On our way to Lambert’s Winery ...

    Posted by Julie Perine

NEWS

• It's Happening: Curtain to Open on The Wild Sonflower's Summer Season

• Fairmont State Board of Governors Thank Bridgeport Resident, Businessman John Schrippa for 2-Year Term

• Meadowbrook Mall Sees Recreational Venue Close its Doors after Being in Business for Six and a Half Years

• Reminder: A Look at Harrison County Schools 2026-27 Calendar from Month of August into Month of June

• Bonnie's Bus Announces Initial Stops in August with Pair of Visits Slated to Take Place in Region

COMMUNITY

• United Hospital Center Receives Jenkins Subaru and Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Blanket Donation

• City Preps for Demolition and Replacement of Virginia Avenue Bridge and Road Closure Accompanying It

• Bridgeport to See 41 Sections of City Facing Potential Water Issues for Period of July 6 through July 17

• Photos: Another Massive Crowd on Hand as Fireworks Light Up Sky at Annual Bridgeport Hill Event

• LUCAS Mobile Lung Cancer Screening Unit Add to its July Stops; North Central Part of State on List

SPORTS

• Deegan and Hinkle Lakes among 54 Ponds and Lakes Stocked June 22 and June 29 with Channel Catfish

• Photos: Opening Day Ceremonies Set Stage for State Little League Tournament this Week in Bridgeport

• West Virginia DNR Releases '26-27 Hunting, Trapping Regulations Summary for Upcoming Seasons

• Fairmont State's Acrobatics, Tumbling Coach Danielle Cutri 2025-26 MEC Women's Sports Coach of Year

• Bridgeport's Reider Winner of Greater Clarksburg 10K


VISITORS

• West Virginia Tourism Department's Guide to a Perfect Summer Weekend in Breathtaking Harpers Ferry

• Harrison County Road Closure Extended to July 8

• One of Country Music's Biggest Names Set to Perform at Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center

• Established Eatery Moving to City to Take Advantage of Traffic Flows at Site of Former Original Italian Pizza

• Photos: A Little Rain Does Little to Deter Another Big Crowd at Bridgeport Farmers and Makers Market

BLOGS/OPINION

• Time Travel: Bridgeport High's Class of 1981's 20-Year Reunion and Clarksburg's The Darling Shop Ad

• Tending Community: Thanks to Our High School Volunteers

• The Grapevine: A Visit to the Bridgeport Farmers and Makers Market and a Jackpot Mushroom Discovery

• The Cyber Beacon: Protecting Public Trust in a Digital Government Utilizing More Online Portals Than Ever

• From the Bench: Football Road Ends for the Tank and Nightmare as Planned Path to Future is Under Way

ALUMNI

• BHS Alumna Patricia "Patty" Rummel First Recipient of Clarksburg History Museum's History Keeper Award

• BHS Graduates James Hadjis and Harrison Hall Set to Continue Careers, Education at Military Academies

• West Virginia University Releases Spring 2026 Dean's and President's Lists; BHS, Local Alums Recognized

• Gallery II: More Images from Recent Jamison-Reppert Annual Golf Tournament at Bridgeport Country Club

• BHS Alum Miyah Swiger Named FFA America National Officer Candidate



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