Wetzel County stretches along the Ohio River in West Virginia’s Northern Panhandle, surrounded by rolling hills, wooded slopes, and countless creeks. New Martinsville, the county’s largest community, has a classic Main Street that gives the town a charming old-fashioned feel.

Fishing is a favorite pastime here, with locals and visitors heading to the rivers and streams for a relaxing day on the water. Oil and gas have also been part of Wetzel County’s story for more than a century. Pumpjacks still dot the countryside, often standing alongside fields where cattle graze.

Residents take pride in their history, traditions, and hardworking nature. Community festivals are a big part of local life, with events like Town and Country Days and the Shortline Ramp Festival bringing people together. Wetzel County may be quiet, but it has plenty of character and a strong sense of community.