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Family of deceased man wins lawsuit settlement against Ohio prison system
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – The family of a man who was killed while housed with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction won a settlement with the prison system after accusations of violence and neglect. According to the law firm Friedman, Gilbert and Gerhardstein (FG+G), the family of Dewey McVay Jr. will receive $225,000 to […]
Ohio gets millions from the feds to plug abandoned oil, natural gas wells
Ohio is getting another chunk of money from the Biden administration to clean up and plug abandoned oil and natural gas wells that plague the state's countryside. The Interior Department has awarded the state $57.25 million from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the federal law passed in 2021 that commits $1.2 trillion to fix roads and bridges, expand internet access, provide access to clean water, improve ports, invest in public transportation and other purposes. The law provides $16 billion to address what the Biden administration calls legacy pollution by reclaiming abandoned coal mines and plugging orphaned wells.
Ohioan Neil Armstrong became the first person to walk on the moon 55 years ago
On July 20, 1969, awestruck viewers around the world watched on television as Ohioan Neil Armstrong become the first person to walk on the moon. Armstrong was born in Wapakoneta, Ohio, and spent his childhood moving because of his father’s career as an auditor with the state. He lived in 16 different...
Domestic situation occurred between couple after watching Trump’s speech
WYOMING COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A domestic situation between a couple ensued after watching Trump’s acceptance speech. On July 19, 2024, at approximately 1 a.m., Deputy H. Walker was sent to a domestic disturbance at a residence in the Ravendiff area of Wyoming County. Upon arrival, the deputy spoke with a female victim who revealed […]
Summer interns learn teamwork skills at Fluor-BWXT Portsmouth
PIKETON--Lean Six Sigma training is designed to simplify processes and increase efficiency in the workplace. Summer interns with Fluor-BWXT Portsmouth (FBP) at the Department of Energy site in Piketon recently participated in the training to help them earn White Belt certifications in the program. “We want our interns to get...
Ironton police officer promoted to sergeant
By Terry L. Hapney, Jr. The Ironton Tribune An Ironton man with aspirations since his teenage years to become a first responder earned a promotion in the Ironton Police Department. Ironton Mayor Sam Cramblit and Police Chief Dan Johnson promoted Robert Fouch from patrol officer to sergeant. In law enforcement for eight years, Fouch said […] The post Ironton police officer promoted to sergeant appeared first on The Tribune.
No home games to be played at Calvert Field this season
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - As summer is coming to a close and school sports are beginning again, the members of the East Bank Middle School football team are having to face a harsh reality this season -- they won’t be able to play on their home field. After...
‘Capitol Sports Complex’ plans change
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Plans for a new sports complex where Macy’s once stood in downtown Charleston are experiencing some changes before construction is projected to begin in about six months. Kanawha County Commissioner Ben Salango said the original plan for included amenities has changed. “The one portion that...
BREAKING: Biden drops out of presidential race, endorses Harris
WASHINGTON D.C. (Hinton News) - In a shocking turn of events, President Joe Biden posted a letter to social media platform X officially dropping out of the 2024 presidential race. Additionally, he announced that he is endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for the nomination. Harris has accepted Biden's endorsement and released a statement where she said, “I am honored to have the President’s endorsement and my intention is to earn and win this nomination." The Hinton News will continue to follow this situation and provide information as it becomes available. The post BREAKING: Biden drops out of presidential race, endorses Harris appeared first on The Hinton News.
Bulldog of West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice gets own bobblehead after GOP convention
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice's English bulldog is getting her own bobblehead.The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum in Milwaukee announced plans Friday for a bobblehead doll for the 60-pound (27-kilogram) Babydog. It comes after her appearance on stage with the governor at the Republican National Convention in the city on Tuesday night."Already popular among West Virginians, Babydog added many more people to her growing fan club with her appearance at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee," museum co-founder and CEO Phil Sklar said in a statement. "This bobblehead will be a must-have for fans of Babydog!"It will be...
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