More than ever before, our little region of the world is photographed thanks to the camera most of us carry in our pockets and purses. And, when we see something new, or when we come across an issue, we snap.

We also take photos of what’s beautiful, and that is why WTRF TV-7 has a daily segment for nature pictures from throughout the Upper Ohio Valley. We live in an area that experiences all four seasons, and we’re surrounded by astonishing parks and a plethora of recreational opportunities. Most often, we work hard, and then we play hard.

We also photograph what we appreciate, like longtime businesses, mentors, and our friends and family because we want the memories as close to us as our cell phones. The following photos represent a smattering of those sentiments from around the Valley, and if you would like your photos included in the future, please feel free to send them to stevenovotney@ledenews.com.

A photo of a winding creek.
It won’t be long until kayakers take to Big Wheeling Creek.
A walking bridge
Because of safety concerns, the city closed the walking bridge until a private donor came forward to replace it.
A toy store.
The Deluxe Toy & Hobby Shop definitely lives up to its name.
A chef instructing his students.
Chef Gene Evans from WVNCC’s Culinary Arts Department offering his advice to students prior to a public service.
The hard bar on a bridge.
The state Division of Highways erected a hard-bar system, but three weeks later suddenly closed the Wheeling Suspension Bridge.
A safety hazard sign.
Seeing these these signs around the Upper Ohio Valley isn’t frequent, but they do exist in most communities..
A photo of a barn
The Dutton family pulled off the first “Blame My Roots” festival, and the family plans to do it again this coming July.
The underneath of a bridge
The Fort Henry Bridge was constructed in the 1950s, and it is part of the Interstate 70 rehabilitation project.

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