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South Shore, KY buying water from Portsmouth, OH
SOUTH SHORE, Ky (WCHS) — A Greenup County, Kentucky city needed to find another drinking water source, and the answer was across the Ohio River. South Shore, Kentucky is buying drinking water from Portsmouth, Ohio. Tuesday afternoon state and local leaders broke ground on the project, showing how two cities crossed state lines to get something done.
Spriggs bestowed RSC Coach of Character Award
PORTSMOUTH — Shawnee State University volleyball head coach Devan Spriggs, who will be in her fifth season as the Bears’ head coach and her 10th season on staff beginning with the 2024 campaign, has been named as the River States Conference’s Coach of Character for the 2023-24 academic year — as announced by conference officials on Friday.
Freedom Week admission deals run through Sunday
Local residents this week will have the opportunity to experience both the Doug Coleman Memorial Splashpad and the Candyland Children’s Museum at no cost, thanks to what the Scioto County Commissioners call “Freedom Week.”. Through Sunday the splash pad, which is located at Earl Thomas Conley Riverside Park...
Lucas Oil Late Models At Portsmouth & Muskingum: Schedule, Purse & More
The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series will kick off a busy July with a lucrative doubleheader in the Buckeye State – Friday, July 5 at Portsmouth Raceway Park and Saturday, July 6 at Muskingum County Speedway. Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Schedule at Portsmouth Raceway Park. The...
Eden Rhea: Skatepark sticks landing with new event
Jul. 2—Those who attended the event got to see some action with the trick competition. Phot0| James M Tuggle Photography PORTSMOUTH- All hands were on deck for benefactors of the Portsmouth Skatepark last week as they pulled together volunteers and resources for the first Portsmouth Skatepark Jam that took place over the weekend to welcome casuals and thrashers to the park, celebrating the ...
Ohio Woman Charged with Aggravated Murder After Confessing in 911 Call
In a shocking development, Holly Euton-McGhee from McDermott, Ohio, has been charged with aggravated murder after confessing to killing her boyfriend in a harrowing 911 call made on Sunday. The Scioto County Sheriff’s Office was alerted to a shooting on Euton Road just after 9:30 a.m. Holly reported the incident...
Heil Continues Growth of Nationwide Dealer Network with New Locations in Ohio and Michigan
Heil® continues to strengthen its premier nationwide dealer network of sales, parts, and support services, with further growth in the Midwest. The company is excited to announce new Environmental Equipment Sales & Service (EESS) locations in Columbus, Ohio, and Detroit, Michigan, enhancing Heil’s presence and support in these key regions.
Mega Millions numbers for Tuesday, July 2, 2024; jackpot $137 million
CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Mega Millions lottery has selected the winning numbers for a jackpot estimated at $137 million in its drawing for Tuesday, July 2, 2024. The numbers are 4-8-19-31-45 Mega Ball 11 Megaplier 4x. Wednesday’s Powerball jackpot is an estimated $138 million and the Classic Lotto jackpot...
'Not worth it': Parents struggle to get state money to help kids' education after pandemic
When the pandemic hit and threw a wrench into Ohio kids' education, the state launched a savings account program to reimburse parents for after-school activities − up to $500 at first and then up to $1,000 a year per qualifying child. For many families, that's a huge help. That's...
Daniel Wetterich paces crowded Ohio Open Championship leaderboard entering final round
WESTFIELD CENTER — A new leader emerged Tuesday, but the 103rd Ohio Open Championship remains a wide-open affair after the second round at Westfield Country Club. Cincinnati professional Daniel Wetterich fired a 7-under 63 on the North course to take sole possession of first place at 9-under overall. He'll have plenty of competition entering Wednesday's final round on the South course, with 10 golfers within three shots of the lead.
Member who resigned from teachers’ pension fund concerned about investment firm
The member who resigned from Ohio's chaotic teachers' pension board differed from reform-minded leaders, sharing concerns about giving billions of dollars to an "illegitimate" investment firm.
Multi-county pursuit across central Ohio ends in arrest
DELAWARE, Ohio (WCMH) — A vehicle chase that crossed multiple central Ohio counties resulted in a Florida man being arrested Tuesday. According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP), the chase began when an alert was issued for a reportedly stolen 2024 Toyota RAV4 last seen driving on State Route 95 in Richland County. OSHP […]
Last-minute action speeds up Ohio’s ‘bathroom bill’
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A last-minute act could expedite what has become a divisive bill at the Ohio Statehouse, known as the “bathroom bill.” “There’s extreme mileage that people get out of attacking LGBTQ rights,” Ohio Senate Minority Leader Nickie Antonio (D-Lakewood) said. “We want to protect children, and this is the way to do […]
Ohio State Highway Patrol beefing up security for 4th of July travel holiday
BELMONT COUNTY, OHIO (WTRF) – The Ohio State Highway Patrol will beef up their patrols for the holiday, not just on the 4th of July, but starting tomorrow morning and running through Sunday night. They expect tomorrow’s traffic to be the busiest with people on their way to their destinations, and again Sunday as they’re […]
Alzheimer’s Association’s Empowered Caregiver Program coming to Marblehead
Among Ohio caregivers, 63.7% have chronic health conditions, 27.8% have depression, and 17.4% are in poor physical health, according to the Alzheimer’s Association 2024 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures. To help with these stresses and challenges, the Alzheimer’s Association offers “The Empowered Caregiver” programs. During...
Home care providers pay $4.5M to settle false claims allegations
Three home care agencies operating in Texas, Ohio and Indiana agreed to pay nearly $4.5 million to resolve allegations that they provided illegal kickbacks in exchange for Medicare referrals, the Justice Department disclosed on Monday. Guardian Health Care, Gem City Home Care and Care Connection of Cincinnati, which are owned...
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