Wood

Public Notice

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT
OF WOOD COUNTY,
WEST VIRGINIA

Juvenile Abuse Neglect No. 23-JA-222
Robert A. Waters, Judge

IN THE INTEREST OF
B.G.S. aka S.S.

ORDER OF PUBLICATION

TO: UNKNOWN FATHER

On or about September 4, 2023, B.G.S. aka S.S. the above-named child was born to JESSICA SWISHER. It appears that the whereabouts of the Father, UNKNOWN FATHER of the above named child are unknown. Notice is hereby given that a hearing is scheduled in the above-styled matter on FEBRUARY 2, 2024 at the hour of 9:45 o’clock A.M. before the Honorable Jason A. Wharton, Judge, located at the Judicial Annex, Second Floor, Parkersburg, Wood County, West Virginia.
These proceedings are closed to the general public.
The UNKNOWN FATHER has the right to legal counsel at every stage of these proceedings and if she cannot afford legal representation, RYAN RUTH, ATTORNEY AT LAW, PO. BOX 1076, WINFIELD, WV 25213, has been appointed by the Court and can be reached at (304) 720-7884.
The above-styled proceeding may, upon final disposition result in the permanent termination of the parental rights of the Father, UNKNOWN FATHER, with respect to the above-named child, B.G.S. aka S.S.
A copy of the Petition may be obtained by the Father, from the undersigned Clerk at the office, located at the Wood County Judicial Building, Parkersburg, Wood County, West Virginia.

CELESTE RIDGWAY
BY: M. ROCKHOLD, Deputy
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT

Nov. 13, 20