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Ohio Valley police on the watch for impaired drivers during Labor Day weekend
BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio. (WTRF) — This weekend is Labor Day weekend, you may see an uptick in traffic due to people traveling or celebrating the last holiday of the summer. Drivers may also see an increased amount of police officers on the road due higher rates of drinking and driving related accidents around this […]
Livestock owners urged to ensure water availability for animals during draught
BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio (WTRF) — Belmont County Hoof and Paw has alerted 7 News to an additional concern during this prolonged drought and heat wave. They urge livestock owners to check their property to ensure their usual water sources are still adequate. They say springs and ponds could be going dry. Today, we spoke with […]
Belmont County Health Department marks International Overdose Awareness Day
Belmont County, OH — An International Overdose Awareness event lent a hand to others in St. Clairsville on Friday. The Belmont County Health Department, along with other outreach centers, offered resources to help remember those who've been affected. "So, we're here to spread awareness for overdose, for families who...
Butterfly release honors those lost addiction
ST. CLAIRSVILLE, Ohio (WTRF) — The Belmont County Health Department, along with several other organizations, came together to release butterflies in honor of those who’ve passed from addiction. Health Educator Carrigan Goodson says addiction can happen to anyone, and it’s important that families have the right resources to help those who are struggling. Goodson says […]
Outdoors: September is when all fun hunting begins
With September now upon us, some Ohio hunters might be wondering what happened to Christopher “CJ” Alexander, who pleaded not guilty to 23 charges in Clinton County on June 21, alleging he poached what would have been the state’s No. 1 whitetail deer with a gross score of more than 200 inches, according to court records. The Wilmington, Ohio, resident has had two hearings since — July 19, when discovery was presented to the defendant, and then last Friday, where his bond was continued and a final pretrial hearing was set for Oct. 15. Also the state’s civil case seeking...
It’s Illegal To Mow Your Lawn Outside Of These Hours In Ohio
While the cooler months are just around the corner in Ohio, there is still plenty of time before we trade lawnmowers for snowblowers. And while we can't always schedule an exact time for lawn maintenance, you could be operating your lawnmower during hours that can get you fined in the Buckeye state.
Overdose Awareness Day: What is naloxone?
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A recent survey finds that less than a quarter of Americans feel like they could help treat an overdose. Saturday, Aug. 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day, which aims to end the stigmas around drug overdoses. A crucial step is explaining what naloxone is and how it can save lives. “Naloxone […]
Ohio looking for businesses to become Recovery Friendly Workplaces
CINCINNATI, OHIO (WLIO) - Ohio wants to see more businesses support, not punish, people who are dealing with mental health and substance use disorders. According to Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, just over 19% of Ohio adults have a substance use disorder. So, this week the state has announced the Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace program. It is designed to create job opportunities for people in recovery and combat the stigma of substance use disorder and mental health issues in the workplace.
Why are flags at half-staff in Ohio?
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Gov. Mike DeWine has ordered U.S. and Ohio flags to be flown at half-staff. Flags will be lowered on Ohio’s public buildings and grounds at the statehouse, the Vern Riffe Center and the Rhodes Tower in honor of Ohio Overdose Awareness Day on Saturday. The national and state flags will remain […]
Can You Smoke Weed At Your Ohio Football Tailgate?
COLUMBUS – The first Ohio State football season since legal marijuana products hit the market is now underway, but can you partake while you tailgate?. The answer is no. And Ohio State University authorities said you can not smoke cannabis inside Ohio Stadium. The Ohio Department of Commerce, which...
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