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Ohio's top elections official suggests eliminating ballot drop boxes
COLUMBUS — Ohio’s top elections official has asked Republican legislative leaders to consider banning the use of drop boxes altogether for returning absentee ballots after a federal court blocked a law limiting who may assist the disabled in voting. Secretary of State Frank LaRose also wants to require proof of U.S. citizenship on state-issued voter registration forms and require registered voters to cast provisional ballots when information in the Bureau of Motor Vehicles doesn’t match that on the registration rolls. READ MR. LAROSE’S LETTER TO SENATE PRESIDENT, HOUSE SPEAKER Current law allows for a single drop box for returning absentee ballots outside county boards of election. Mr. LaRose suggested getting rid of that box is one answer to a July judge’s ruling in a case brought by the League of Women Voters of Ohio and a disabled voter.
Livestock owners urged to ensure water availability for animals during draught
BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio (WTRF) — Belmont County Hoof and Paw has alerted 7 News to an additional concern during this prolonged drought and heat wave. They urge livestock owners to check their property to ensure their usual water sources are still adequate. They say springs and ponds could be going dry. Today, we spoke with […]
Tuscarawas County roundup: News from the Dover-New Philadelphia area
Antique excavating equipment on display CADIZ − The Harrison Coal and Reclamation Historical Park will hold its annual fall show 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 7 and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 8. The event features working and static restored antique excavating equipment, some of which are one of a kind. There will be a flea market, Hillbilly Hotdogz and Such food truck, Ice Cream Island (Sunday only), and a kids' area. The grounds...
Jefferson County Land Bank secures more than $660,000 for affordable housing projects
The Jefferson County Land Bank is receiving more than $660,000 from Welcome Home Ohio. The money is to be used for buying, repairing or building qualifying residences for income-eligible Ohioans. The money is part of more than $2 million being released to four counties for the program. Across the four...
IHRA Division 3 (North Stars) Summit Team Finals Coming to Quaker City Motorsports Park in Three Weeks
SALEM, OH — Quaker City Motorsports Park is set to host the 2024 International Hot Rod Association Division 3 (North Stars) Summit Team Finals on September 19-21. The home track will be looking to win its third straight IHRA Division 3 Summit Team Finals championship. Quaker City edged Muncie Dragway by a single point to earn last year’s title.
Matthew Gaudreau’s Wife Is Expecting Baby in 4 Months as Family Mourns His and Johnny’s Deaths
Courtesy of Matthew Gaudreau/Instagram Matthew Gaudreau was preparing to welcome a baby when he and his brother, Columbus Blue Jackets star Johnny Gaudreau, were struck and killed while biking near their hometown on Thursday, August 29. Matthew’s wife, Madeline Gaudreau, is expecting a baby due on December 31, according to an online registry in the […]
Family left without home and pets after house fire
KANAWAHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - A family lost their home and pets Saturday after a heavy fire in South Charleston. South Charleston Fire Chief Virgil White said everyone made it out and there are no injuries. The pets in the home did not make it out. The fire happened just...
It’s Illegal To Mow Your Lawn Outside Of These Hours In Ohio
While the cooler months are just around the corner in Ohio, there is still plenty of time before we trade lawnmowers for snowblowers. And while we can't always schedule an exact time for lawn maintenance, you could be operating your lawnmower during hours that can get you fined in the Buckeye state.
Athens hands Gallia Academy their second straight loss against a TVC opponent this season
GALLIPOLIS, Ohio (WOUB) – Facing off against their second TVC opponent of the season, the Gallia Academy Blue Devils hosted the Athens Bulldogs. The Blue Devils would end up losing their second straight game of the season, 55-6. Looking to bounce back after their week 1 loss after the Meigs Marauders, the Gallia Academy Blue Devils hosted the Athens Bulldogs at Memorial Field. This would be the 101st matchup between the two teams.
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