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New Documentary Examines Kentucky Legend Known as the ‘LBL Massacre’
Kentucky has had its fair share of Bigfoot sightings, to be sure. We've even heard tales of the dreaded Sheepsquatch and, of course, the legendary Pope Lick Monster or Goat Man. The thing is, Kentucky is no different than the other 49 states. We all have our monstrous myths and...
West Union Street opens to two-way traffic
The City of Athens announced as of Tuesday that West Union Street from the bridge to OhioHealth O’Bleness Hospital entrance is two way traffic. Herrold Avenue is also two-way traffic. The city urges caution in the work zone and follow road signs. In previous report, the city noted that the change was in preparation for the busy Athens County Fair, which will be held Aug. 2-10. According to a Messenger reporter, the road is “quite bumpy, but two-way traffic is here, at least until the end of fair week.: Questions or concerns may be directed to the City of Athens Engineering and Public Works Department, (740) 593-7636.
Ohio-based Big Lots names nearly 150 stores closing amid bankruptcy risk
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Big Lots, the discount retail chain headquartered in central Ohio, has identified nearly 150 stores that are closing this year amid speculation the company will file for bankruptcy. The chain shared plans in June to shutter 35 to 40 stores by the end of 2024, a filing the company submitted to […]
Central PA healthcare company files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
BROCKWAY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A Central Pennsylvania healthcare company has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, citing inflation, costs, and labor over the past few years. Guardian Healthcare, based out of Brockway announced Monday that Guardian Elder Care at Johnstown, LLC, doing business as Richland Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, along with 19 affiliated entities (Debtors) voluntarily […]
Cleveland-Cliffs to open plant in West Virginia
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. has announced plans to repurpose an idled facility in Weirton, W.V., to establish a new electrical distribution transformer production plant. The $150 million project will equip the facility to produce three-phase distribution transformers used in electric power distribution systems. The investment will result in re-employment opportunities for 600 workers from the indefinitely idled tinplate mill. The plant is expected to come online in the first half of 2026.
New Twin Falls Resort splash pad open to public
MULLENS, WV (LOOTPRESS) – West Virginia State Parks officials have recently announced the completion of over $4 million in upgrades at Twin Falls Resort State Park, which now includes the addition of a splash pad. Governor Jim Justice states, “We’re investing in our state parks to make them the best they can be for our […]
Putnam County Schools hoping to build new middle school
HURRICANE, WV (WOWK) – Putnam County Schools are looking into building a brand-new Hurricane Middle School. According to Putnam County School Board President Rob Cunningham, the board has had two recent meetings and met with ZMM Architects and Engineers to figure out what building a new school would cost. “The main criterium is that we […]
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