East Springfield
LATEST NEWS
Chronic absentee rates double in most school districts post-pandemic
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Chronic absenteeism in most Ohio school districts has doubled since before the pandemic, with school officials struggling to find ways to get students back into schools. Marietta City Schools Superintendent Brad Silvus said COVID hurt schools more than many people realize. “Once the pandemic happened,...
Appalachian critics of Ohio US Sen. JD Vance's 'Hillbilly Elegy' responded with their own book
As a 10th-generation Appalachian, Ivy Brashear sees JD Vance's 2016 memoir "Hillbilly Elegy" as a "really one-sided and simple view of the region." In an effort to help broaden people;s view of Appalachia, she decided to share her own narrative as part of a collection of writings in the 2019 book, "Appalachian Reckoning: A Region Responds to Hillbilly Elegy."
Trump backs Vance, says facing Harris wouldn’t have changed his VP pick
Former President Trump is sticking by his choice to elevate Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio) to be his running mate in November, amid a shake-up atop the Democratic ticket. Trump told “Fox & Friends” Thursday he would not have changed his vice presidential pick, even if he had known ahead of time that President Biden would…
Ohio’s highest court says parent’s rights were not violated in local 2021 custody case
ZANESVILLE − The Supreme Court of Ohio has set a new precedent in custody law due to a Muskingum County case in which a mother said she was denied due process in fighting for custody of her children. She lost that argument when the highest court of the state rendered its decision on Tuesday. “We’re very pleased with the decision of the Supreme Court,” said Muskingum County Prosecutor Ron Welch, whose office was accused of denying a...
U.S. Small Business Administration steps in to aid flood victims in New Cumberland
HANCOCK COUNTY, WV — In response to the flooding in April, the New Cumberland City Hall has welcomed officials from the U.S. Small Business Administration to answer questions for residents of Hancock, Marshall and Ohio counties. Business owners, homeowners, renters or non-profits can apply for a low interest disaster...
Belmont County Dog Park officially opens with an emotional surprise
BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio (WTRF) — The Belmont County Dog Park had its grand opening today. Not only was there a traditional ribbon cutting, but some surprising emotional moments as well, and plenty of four-legged individuals celebrating their new park. Click of scissors. Woo-Hoo!!! Applause. With that, the Belmont County Dog Park was opened. But wait. […]
Italian American of the Year honored at Undo’s Upper Ohio Valley Italian Heritage Festival Kickoff Dinner
ST. CLAIRSVILLE, Ohio (WTRF) – It’s an event that is so highly anticipated that from the day it ends, they begin preparing for the next one. The 41st Annual Undo’s Upper Ohio Valley Italian Heritage Festival begins this weekend, and the months of planning and preparation were celebrated at their kickoff dinner at Undo’s West. […]
Fire breaks out in Bellaire home, all occupants and pets unharmed
BELMONT COUNTY, OH — On Thursday night, a house fire broke out in Bellaire near Noble and 36th streets. Authorities on scene say a bed caught fire on the second floor of the home a little after 9 p.m. Both the police and fire departments from Martins Ferry and Bellaire responded.
Kalkreuth Vendor Invitational Dinner raises thousands for Easterseals
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – Generosity was on the menu this evening at the Glessner Auditorium for the annual Kalkreuth Vendor Invitational Dinner. And tonight was just an appetizer for this weekend’s Kalkreuth Amateur Golf Championship at Oglebay. Over the years vendors have raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for Easterseals. That money represents a […]
ONLINE ONLY, elevated home on riverfront, private boat dock, 3 Full RV hookups, and misc.
Location: 37010 Monroe Street, Sardis, Ohio 43946 Directions: From State Route 7 in Sardis, Ohio, take Monroe Street south 0.2 mile (turns into dead end road, Water Street) to location. (Centrally located between Marietta & Bridgeport Ohio). Signs Posted. Elevated Home | 24' x 28' Drive-Under Garage | Private Boat...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.