Wood County, County administrative division in Parkersburg, United States.
Wood County is an administrative division in West Virginia located along the Ohio River. The region encompasses land stretching across the central part of the state, with Parkersburg serving as its main population center.
Wood County was established in 1798 by separating from Harrison County's western territories. The area was named after James Wood, who served as Virginia's governor in the late 1790s.
Each year, Wood County residents gather at magisterial districts including Clay, Harris, Lubeck, and Parkersburg to maintain local traditions and community connections.
The county courthouse in Parkersburg handles core services like property taxes, marriage licenses, and voter registration. Digital mapping resources are available to help visitors understand the area's geography and administrative boundaries.
The Ohio River Islands National Wildlife Refuge spans into Wood County, providing natural habitats for native species along the river. These protected zones create a living corridor of wildlife amid the region's developed areas.
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