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Ohio lawmakers look to stop foreign entity land buys
(The Center Square) – A bill expected to be taken up by the Ohio House later this year would stop specific foreign countries from buying land near an Ohio military installation or critical infrastructure. The bill, sponsored by Sen. Terry Johnson, R-McDermott, already passed the Senate with just one no vote and no opposition testimony in committee. "It is absurd to think that our adversaries can purchase land within close...
Ohio man charged with menacing after being filmed making alleged threats
NOBLE COUNTY, Ohio (WTRF) — A Caldwell, Ohio man is facing charges after allegedly threatening harm to another person and property. According to Noble County Sheriff’s Office, 20-year-old Seth Nutter was charged with aggravated menacing after deputies recovered a video of Nutter making the threats. Nutter was arrested and transported to the Noble County Jail. […]
Ohio’s newest country music festival’s in full swing on day 2
GEURNSEY COUNTY, Ohio (WTRF) — It’s a big party in a small town. Friday is day two of the first-ever Old Washington Music Festival. Fans from as far away as New York, Maine, and Canada have made their way to the Guernsey County Fairgrounds for three days with some of the country’s top performers. Opening […]
5th annual Mini-Con draws enthusiasts of comics, anime, and pop culture to the Ohio Valley
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — If you’re a fan of comic books, superheroes, anime, or pop culture, Wheeling was the place to be on Saturday. The YWCA hosted its 5th annual Mini-Con at Vance Memorial Church in Wheeling on Saturday. The event was free to attend and featured various comic book vendors, artists, cosplay characters, raffle […]
Harler wants defensive-minded approach from Best Virginia against Brotherly Love
As Chase Harler prepares for his head coaching debut with Best Virginia, the Wheeling native and former West Virginia University guard likes to think he has a strong idea of what it will take for the team to make a run in The Basketball Tournament. “You’re going to have to...
Zanesville Purina employees volunteer for local service projects
ZANESVILLE – Workers from the Zanesville Purina factory recently participated in the company's 23rd annual Purina Cares Day by dedicating two days to volunteering and engaging in community service, per a news release. Projects were related to food security, community and restoration improvements and animal shelter enhancements. Purina associates...
Tickets to John Berry's Chillicothe Christmas show now available
CHILLICOTHE — Over the years John Berry has shown he is a fan of Chillicothe with his regular stops to the town during his Christmas tour and those filling the Majestic Theatre have shown him that the community is a fan of him. If you haven't seen one of the shows on...
Dover reaches settlement with property owner near bridge project
DOVER (WJER) (July 19, 2024) – The city and a homeowner have finally agreed to a settlement involving a bridge reconstruction project that has been on hold for years. City officials have been discussing replacing the low-level bridge over East 20th Street near Dover Middle School since before ODOT awarded a $602,000 grant for the project in 2020. Three neighboring property owners reached eminent domain agreements with the city for small portions of their property, but a fourth has been holding out. The ensuing court case has been ongoing since 2022.
Fight to the Finish fundraiser helps recovering Glen Dale resident
GLEN DALE, W.V. (WTRF) — Next Sunday Kathy’s House Foundation is hosting Fight to the Finish, a fundraising event for Glen Dale local, Frank Gilbert. After a scaffolding accident last summer, Frank has been spending his time rehabilitating at the Shepperd Center in Atlanta. In order to help Frank get to the finish line […]
Despite ‘Done Deal,’ the Bellaire Bridge Still Stands Unsafely and Unsoundly
That’s what the director of public works and development for the City of Benwood – David McLaughlin – thinks of the ongoing debacle involving the still-standing Bellaire Toll Bridge, a span closed more than 30 years ago that is losing bits and pieces of debris to the Ohio River and the streets below it.
Annual bike ride honors motorcycle safety and remembers a beloved son, father, and friend
BELLAIRE, Ohio (WTRF) — A special tribute to honor and remember a son, brother, father, and friend to many was held in Bellaire on Saturday. In 2018, Chad Senkbeil tragically lost his life in a motorcycle accident after leaving a meeting at Denny’s Blue Angel Bar and Grill in Bellaire. On Saturday, his family and […]
Ohio city and Ohio Department of Natural Resources visit oil and gas waste company to create safety plan after company allegedly stored illegal excess quantities of brine and drilling waste
Martins Ferry officials entered the Austin Master Services facility for the first time since the April floods. Mayor John Davies informed the public at their recent council meeting that Fire Chief One Ron Hilton and Chief Two Justin Smith would tour the building along with a hazardous materials specialist.
Greater Cincinnati high school football top 10 defensive secondary players
With the start of another high school football season just over one month away, The Enquirer is again ranking the best players by position in Southwest Ohio, Northern Kentucky and Southeast Indiana. Defensive backs and safeties make their home beyond the line of scrimmage. They live for the interceptions, the pass break-ups, and the celebrations that come with them. A total of 11 defensive backs were named to the all-state first team for their respective division, and...
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