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(WTAP) – Here’s a look at your morning headlines and weather for May 15.

Weather: Getting warmer across the Mid-Ohio Valley this weekend

After a chilly Thursday, temperatures rebound Friday across the Mid-Ohio Valley. Expect a cold start for the morning commute (upper 30s to low 40s), then highs climbing into the low 70s with increasing clouds through the afternoon. A stray shower is possible.

Saturday brings the next notable weather concern: passing showers and thunderstorms, mainly isolated to widely scattered. Some neighborhoods may get a downpour and thunder in the afternoon into the night while others stay dry, so outdoor plans may need a quick pivot.

A few lingering showers are possible early Sunday, then the rest of the day looks dry. The warming trend continues with upper 80s Sunday and near 90 Monday and Tuesday before a midweek cooldown arrives alongside another chance for rain and storms.

Parkersburg hosts West Virginia firefighters’ biannual union convention

Career firefighters from around West Virginia are in Parkersburg this week for the Professional Fire Fighters of West Virginia’s biannual convention. Organizers said representatives from about 21 local departments are attending to meet with statewide union leaders and vendors and to discuss issues affecting paid fire departments.

One major focus this year is firefighter health, including cancer risks tied to exposures in the fire service. Convention vendors and resources include fire apparatus service and sales, cancer support networks, insurance options and mental health resources. The convention continues Friday.

Ohio Lieutenant Governor launches WorkOhio tour in Marietta

Ohio Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel kicked off his statewide WorkOhio tour in Marietta, aiming to highlight workforce opportunities and connect job seekers with career counselors, training programs, and jobs.

Tressel visited the Appalachian Ohio Manufacturers’ Coalition Training Center, taking part in hands-on demonstrations that included working with a CNC milling machine and lathe and a laser cutter. He said the tour is designed to “cross-pollinate” information about growing industries and opportunities across the state.

Vienna City Council approves alcohol ordinances for business district, city property

Vienna City Council approved two ordinances affecting alcohol rules in the city.

One ordinance establishes the same alcohol sale rules for a new section of the business district as the original business district. Council also approved an ordinance authorizing the sale, service, possession, and consumption of alcoholic beverages on city-owned or city-managed property in line with state law—potentially applying to events such as the Freedom Festival.

Capito pushes tax relief, energy production as West Virginia costs climb

U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito said West Virginians are under a “huge strain” from rising costs as the statewide average gas price climbed above $4.50 a gallon this week, on top of higher grocery and utility bills.

During a National Police Week media call, Capito highlighted GOP-backed proposals she said would increase take-home pay, including eliminating taxes on tips, overtime, and Social Security benefits. She also called for continued domestic energy exploration to help lower electricity costs and said Congress needs additional steps to address housing affordability.

Capito also discussed National Police Week, border and DHS funding efforts moving through reconciliation, and upcoming America 250 celebrations marking the nation’s 250th anniversary, including a planned state fair on the National Mall with West Virginia expected to have a booth from late June into mid-July.

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