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Utica Shale Academy expands welding program with $2.5 million state funding
COLUMBIANA COUNTY, Ohio — Utica Shale Academy received a one-time appropriation fund that will allow the school to expand its welding program even further. The academy received $2.5 million in funding from the State Senate's Strategic Community Investment Appropriation Fund. Superintendent William Watson outlined plans to allocate $1.2 million...
Wiener Mobile, vendors planned for Salem Walmart grand re-opening on Friday
Shoppers who stop at the Salem Walmart may wonder if they have walked into the wrong place if they haven’t been there in a while. The Supercenter on East State Street has been undergoing renovations that Walmart executives say will offer customers a seamless, effortless, high-quality shopping experience. Calling...
Sycamore Youth Center offers free summer fun with block parties and cultural camps
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — The Sycamore Youth Center has several upcoming activities for kids that are being offered for free this summer. One event coming up is the summer block party, hosted by Sycamore and the AIM Women's Center on July 24. It'll take place from 5-7 p.m. at 248...
WWII Veteran George Shelby to be Laid to Rest Today
(Logan, Ind.) - A member of America's Greatest Generation will be laid to rest today. George Shelby, of Logan, passed away on July 11, nearly a month after he turned 101 years old. Shelby is a World War II Veteran who proudly served in the U.S. Navy form 1943-1946 as...
Knox Twp. Festival set Saturday with music, tractor pulls, kids fun
Classic cars, tractor pulls and games for children will be highlights of Saturday’s Knox Township Festival. Managed by Homeworth Community Group, the event will run noon to 10 p.m. at the North Georgetown Community Pavilion at North Georgetown Fire Department. George D. Worth Color Guard of North Georgetown American...
Crooksville's Gage Lotozo: 'I'm quitting because I have to, not because I want to.'
CROOKSVILLE — For the third time in five years, Crooksville is looking for a new football coach. Third-year head coach Gage Lotozo has resigned, citing health reasons. His exit comes just two weeks before the start of two-a-day practices, as the district is now in scramble mode trying to find a successor. It's not...
Street Cat Zine Fest is back with art, crafts and zines for its third year
CHILLICOTHE – Cheering and Waving Press will present Street Cat Zine Fest 8, taking place from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday at the Scioto Township Hall, 164 S. Watt Street, featuring music and poetry from Southern Ohio. The event is free and open to the community. The organizer Stephanie...
Chillicothe Schools to offer free breakfast and lunch
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio – The Chillicothe City School District announced Wednesday that all enrolled students will receive free breakfast and lunch during the upcoming school year. The district will implement the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) as part of its participation in the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs. Under...
Lila Hill, active in many Washington County community groups, passes away at 102
MARIETTA — A local centenarian who was involved in several community groups passed away this week. Lila Elizabeth Hill, 102, passed away on Sunday at her home, The Glenwood Community, an assisted living facility, according to her obituary. She was born Jan. 9, 1922, in New Matamoras, to George...
Jersey Mike's Sub open in Salem's Eastgate Shopping Center
A Jersey Mike's has opened in Salem on E. State Street, located in the Eastgate Shopping Center. Cedartown Foods, who runs the store, is holding a fundraiser to help Salem High School Athletics in honor of its grand opening this week. The fundraiser will be held until Sunday, July 21st.
EPA watchdog investigating delays in how the agency used sensor plane after East Palestine derailment
EAST PALESTINE, Ohio — The EPA's Inspector General is investigating why the agency didn't get its specialized plane loaded with advanced sensors into the air over East Palestine until four days after the disastrous Norfolk Southern derailment last year. The Associated Press reported on a whistleblower's concerns this spring...
Undergrad GM: A summer job with the Copperheads
Post-game fireworks over the baseball field. Home-run derbies. Affordable tickets. Kid-friendly activities between innings. If you’ve attended a Copperheads baseball game, you’re sure to recognize these things and more. Since 2002, the Southern Ohio Copperheads have been a focal point of summer entertainment in Athens, providing an opportunity...
Speed crackdown on I-270 continues
DUBLIN, Ohio (WCMH) – Several law enforcement agencies in central Ohio are continuing their crackdown on speeding on Interstate 270 with the latest part of their special speed enforcement operation on Thursday. “It’s all about safety,” Dublin Police Sgt. David Gatterdam said. “I think sometimes people don’t realize every mile an hour you go faster, […]
Select Super Showcase & Run For The Roses Standouts "Part Two" (Hamilton, OH)
Hamilton, OH: This past weekend, the Midwest was well represented in Louisville and Ohio. From 2025 prospects, who stood out on the big stage, down to 2028 prospects, who put a stamp on their arrival on the circuit, the Midwest will be a hotbed for recruiting for the next few years, and we have some high-powered names to lead the way. Here are a few who took advantage of their week on the road—PART Two!!
Family Culture Allows Lindsay Scheffel Realize Full Potential at Wheeling University
Wheeling, W. Va. - Growing up in Bruceton Mills, West Virginia, former Wheeling University Cross Country Runner Lindsay Scheffel knows about the perks of a close-knit community. When she was looking for a place to continue her athletic and academic career, she would find that community she was looking for in Wheeling University. Being a member of the Cross Country and Track & Field teams helped her reach her full potential on the course while preparing her for the future.
Wheeling Heritage’s Next Show of Hands Slated for September 25
Wheeling Heritage announced that applications are now open for the next Show of Hands event on September 25. Aspiring entrepreneurs and community members are encouraged to submit their applications by August 19 for an opportunity to turn their business ideas into reality. Sponsored by Orrick, Show of Hands is a...
Wheeling completes renovation of 19 baseball and softball fields
WHEELING, W.Va. — The city of Wheeling has been renovating baseball and softball fields for more than a year now -- and it has finally finished. Nineteen fields across the Friendly city received upgrades, as they had been neglected over the years. So, what has been done?. "Digging down...
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