Mcarthur
LATEST NEWS
Sam Hitchcock returns for Tuscora Park historical marker dedication
NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (July 30, 2024) – The driving force behind many improvements, concerts and additions at Tuscora Park was on hand this past weekend for a historical marker dedication. Sam Hitchcock was hospitalized at the end of May following a fall at the Canal Dover Festival. After several...
Zanesville bar owners take a wait-and-see approach to proposed training requirement
ZANESVILLE − Ohio legislators are asking who is responsible for the wellbeing and safety of patrons, staff and the public if someone leaves a bar intoxicated. Is it the bar? Or is it the personal responsibility of the adult to act safely if they’re intoxicated? ...
Austin Master Services CEO posts bond
Martins Ferry, OHIO (WTRF) – Austin Master Services CEO Brad Domitrovitsch met the deadline to post bond this week, Belmont County Court officials told 7News. The court found the facility in Martin’s Ferry had far exceeded the permitted waste limits. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources stepped in to clean up Austin Master Services this […]
Take advantage of all that Athens and Southeast Ohio has to offer
When thinking about all the things to do — Southeast Ohio has it going on this summer!. First, maybe take a trip to Pomeroy in Meigs County for the 24th annual Big Bend Blues Bash which will be held Friday and Saturday in downtown Pomeroy.
Flotsam River Circus to perform in Marietta
MARIETTA — Flotsam River Circus is a troupe of musicians, puppeteers, and circus artists who travel on a ramshackle raft, giving free performances in riverfront towns along the way. They are bringing their whimsical craft to Marietta on Aug. 24. The family-friendly show takes place at the Marietta Levee in Riverfront Park at 6 p.m. and lasts a little over an hour. They will be mooring along the river just below the Lafayette Hotel. Audience members are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs and...
See when the groundbreaking kicks off for Ohio's first Buc-ee's in Huber Heights
A cap-wearing beaver is quickly approaching the Buckeye State. Ohio's first Buc-ee's convenience store near Dayton will host a groundbreaking ceremony on August 8 as construction on the location begins, according to a Buc-ee's press release. The store, located at 8000 State Highway 235 in Huber Heights, a suburb on the north side of...
In the southern coalfields, West Virginians have big ideas for revitalizing their communities. They just need their lawmakers to support them
Mountain State Spotlight asked a small group of Southern West Virginians: What do you want candidates to be talking about as they ask for your vote? The event was part of our plan to shift election coverage away from the polls and the press releases and let regular West Virginians guide our reporting. Earlier this […] In the southern coalfields, West Virginians have big ideas for revitalizing their communities. They just need their lawmakers to support them appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
Oberlin Food Hub brings fresh produce to Ohio's food banks while supporting local farmers
One in seven Ohioans faces food insecurity, according to Feeding America. This story is part of a “Sound of Us” series in partnership with Lorain County's Second Harvest Food Bank. For many of Ohio’s local organic farmers, acquiring land, purchasing equipment and managing crops can be challenging enough,...
Brick Fest Live brings LEGO block party to Huntington
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — Huntington is set to build a comeback for a favorite childhood pastime as Brick Fest Live returns to the Marshall Health Network Arena Aug. 3 and 4. Event organizers plan to fill the arena with more than a million LEGO bricks to be used for...
Regulators approve surcharge increase for power companies
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Appalachian Power Co. and Wheeling Power Co. have been given the go-ahead to adjust their rates to meet federal environmental regulations at three of their power plants. The Public Service Commission of West Virginia approved the request, allowing the companies to raise the current surcharge by $35.6 million. This is slightly […]
Kentucky Extreme Heat Warning: Index Could Reach 115 Degrees Thursday
Paducah, KY – Kentucky is experiencing dangerous heat this week, with the National Weather Service (NWS) issuing an Excessive Heat Warning and Heat Advisory. Temperatures are forecasted to reach between 105 and 115 degrees through Thursday, putting residents at significant risk. According to the NWS Paducah office, high humidity...
2 drug trafficking rings operating in West Virginia ‘dismantled’
Two drug trafficking organizations that operate in West Virginia, one of which has ties to the Sinaloa Drug Cartel, were "dismantled" after a federal grand jury returned 25 indictments, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of West Virginia (USAO) announced Tuesday.
First Responders, Mental Health Experts Gather In Charleston For Crisis Intervention Team Training
This week, First Choice Services, a Charleston-based non-profit, is hosting a summit to discuss crisis care and mental health in West Virginia. First Choice Services operates several helplines including the 988 Suicide and Crisis Line, the tobacco quitline, 1-800-gambler and more. The nonprofit began its second annual West Virginia 988...
West Virginia teachers meet in Kanawha County for National Board Certification support sessions
SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Around 100 West Virginia teachers who are seeking a National Board Certification are in South Charleston for a three-day NBC Awareness and Support session to learn about the process. The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) is hosting the event Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at...
Large drill with mass casualties planned for Kanawha County Wednesday
INSTITUTE, W.Va. — Longtime Kanawha County emergency response official Mike Oakley says he’s never seen interest quite like it is now in the area of first responder training. Oakley said he had no difficulty getting 100 first responders to sign-up for three days of training with top professors...
Henderson man sentenced to prison for domestic charge convictions
POINT PLEASANT, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Henderson man was sentenced to prison on Monday following multiple convictions with regard to crimes which were domestic in nature. The Mason County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office reports that, on Monday, July 29, 2024, 37-year-old Justin Edinger of Henderson – Mason County was sentenced in Mason County Circuit Court for […]
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.