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Chillicothe mayor receives second “Notice of Violation” from Ohio EPA
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Chillicothe Mayor Luke Feeney was informed this week of a second notice of violation from the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) concerning the Chillicothe Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP). In a letter addressed to Mayor Feeney, the Ohio EPA’s Division of Surface Water (DSW) outlined multiple issues...
Mason assistant football coach, high school teacher Bill Lapthorn dies
Bill Lapthorn, an assistant football coach and teacher at Mason High School, died Thursday, according to Mason head football coach Brian Castner. Lapthorn has been with the Comets since the 2018 season, coaching the offensive line. He was also a health and physical education teacher at the school. ...
ACL Guardians Play Their Last Game, Valera, Devers and Gonzalez Go Deep Thursday
Doug Nikhazy finally got roughed up in AAA after his unbelievable start. He gave up 6 runs on 8 hits with just 2 strikeouts to 2 walks in 5 innings pitched. His AAA ERA is still at an awesome 2.77 despite the poor start today. That being said, Randy Labaut...
COVID cases spike in Ohio as variants drive 'summer surge'
This summer's COVID-19 numbers are continuing to rise in a "summer surge" as Ohioans gather more for festivities and new variants emerge. In the spring and summer, FLiRT, which includes KP.1.1, KP.2 and KP.3, was the culprit behind increasing case numbers both statewide and nationally. Those remain dominant but a new strain, LB.1, has begun to...
Hunter Giacomo: George Washington LB Discusses WVU Walk-On Offer & Academic Plans
Hunter Giacomo, a linebacker from George Washington High School, received a preferred walk-on (PWO) offer from WVU despite not growing up as a fan of the team. Giacomo, in the class of 2025, impressed with 104 tackles, two sacks, and two interceptions, showcasing his skills during summer visits and camps. Although he was not initially a WVU fan, the in-state offer holds significance for him. Giacomo is considering academic scholarships that could potentially cover most or all of his schooling costs at WVU.
Meet Mazie! This week’s Pet of the Week!
MARIETTA, OH (WTAP) - Meet Mazie! She is this week’s Pet of the Week!. Mazie is about one year old. It is unknown what breed she is, they assume she a has a lot of different breeds... but it’s clear she’s 100% sweetness. She came to HSOV...
Monday start for USDA rabies vaccine drops in the Valley
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced plans to distribute oral rabies vaccine bait for wildlife in the Valley. The distribution begins July 29th and will run through most of August. The bait is green, contained in a blister pack and scented. The smell attracts wild animals, who eat the bait and are then vaccinated against rabies.
Ohio’s sales tax holiday expands to 10 days and includes more items
Families looking to save money as they head back to school will want to plan their shopping during the state’s annual sales tax holiday — this year expanded to 10 days and including more items than ever before. Gov. Mike DeWine announced the 2024 expanded sales tax holiday will take place from 12 a.m. Tuesday through 11:59 p.m. Aug. 8. In conjunction with the Ohio General Assembly, Mr. DeWine expanded the event’s length to 10 days and will allow tax-free purchases made in person or online on all eligible items of up to $500. Previous sales tax holidays ran three days, included only school-related items, and offered much lower purchase price limits of $75 maximum on an item of clothing, and $20 per item of instructional material and school supplies.
McConnelsville to host Lavender Festival
McCONNELSVILLE — Southeast Ohio's inaugural Lavender Festival is set to transform McConnelsville from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 17. Hosted by Bellavenue Manor at 207 S. 10th St., this free event marks a fragrant milestone for the region. Bellavenue Manor, an urban lavender farm and gift shop operated by Mark Ponchak and Nick Jenior, cultivates around 600 lavender plants throughout the village, used in various products and projects.
Mega Millions jackpot worth $306 million: See the winning lottery numbers for July 26, 2024
CLEVELAND — Although nobody hit the $306 million jackpot in the Mega Millions drawing on Friday, July 26, 2024, lottery officials say there were thousands of other winners who hit smaller prizes throughout Ohio. SUBSCRIBE: Get the day's top headlines sent to your inbox each weekday morning with the...
Eastern Ohio and Western Pennsylvania Brace for Weekend Heat
Pittsburgh, PA – Eastern Ohio and Western Pennsylvania are set to experience a significant rise in temperatures this weekend, with highs reaching up to 90 degrees. Residents can expect clear skies and sunny conditions, making it a perfect time for outdoor activities, albeit with some caution due to the heat.
No Bones About It: Ohio Should Elect Donnelly, Stewart and Forbes to Ohio Supreme Court by C. Ellen Connally
In 2017, Michael Berkheimer went to dinner at Wings on Brookwood, a family-owned and -operated restaurant in Hamilton, Ohio. Berkheimer placed his usual order of boneless chicken wings with parmesan garlic. While eating his second boneless wing he felt like something went down the wrong way. Berkheimer went to the...
Vance argued for higher tax rate on childless Americans in 2021 interview
As former President Donald Trump's new running mate, JD Vance, faces renewed scrutiny over his previous comments criticizing childless individuals, an unearthed 2021 interview shows the Ohio senator advocating for higher taxes on Americans without children. The comments came in a 2021 episode of The Charlie Kirk Show podcast, where...
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