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Ohio Projects Expected to Create 1,600 Jobs, More Than $185M in Investments
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted announced the approval of eight projects that will create 1,664 new jobs and retain 2,201 jobs statewide. During its monthly meeting, the Ohio Tax Credit Authority (TCA) reviewed economic development proposals brought to the board by JobsOhio and its regional partners. Collectively, the projects are expected to result in more than $138 million in new payroll and spur more than $185 million in investments across Ohio.
Attorneys establish website for claimants of Southern Regional Jail lawsuit settlement
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — A federal judge has granted preliminary approval of a $4 million class action lawsuit settlement with the State of West Virginia filed by inmates against Southern Regional Jail. One of the attorneys representing the inmates, Stephen New, said a website was established during the week of August 12, 2024 for claimants. […]
Eleven West Virginia inmates sentenced for smuggling drugs into prisons
CLARKSBURG, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Eleven inmates have been sentenced for smuggling drugs into West Virginia prisons. According to U.S. Attorney William Ihlenfeld, eleven inmates in the Northern District of West Virginia have been sentenced for smuggling or attempting to smuggle drugs into several federal prisons. The inmates were involved in smuggling operations at Federal Correctional […]
Crash reported on State Route 32 in Jackson
JACKSON — Troopers from the Jackson Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle injury crash that occurred around 9:12 a.m. Wednesday on State Route 32 near State Route 93 in Jackson County. Dennis Pearce, 67, of Jackson, Ohio, was operating a 2021 John Deere 6110 tractor westbound on State Route 32, navigating around a bridge pillar, while he was mowing for the Ohio Department of Transportation at the time of the crash. Robert Stewart, 83, of Hamden, was operating a 2022 Toyota Highlander westbound on State Route 32. Stewart struck the rear of Pearce’s bush hog and overturned. Stewart traveled off the left side of the road, struck a guardrail, and came to rest. Stewart was transported to Holzer Medical Center with minor injuries while Mr. Pearce was not injured. Jackson County EMS, Jackson County Sherriff’s Office, Ohio Department of Transportation, and the Jackson Fire Department assisted at the scene.
Jefferson County JVS requiring students to lock up phones during class, in accordance with state law
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio (WTRF) — As long as students have had cellphones, teachers have had to deal with a private and easily hidden distraction from the school day. But Ohio may have come up with a statewide solution to keep kids’ eyes on the lesson at hand. In May, Governor Mike DeWine signed House Bill […]
Local 9-year-old and her “Hazel’s Heroes” honors veterans and first responders
BELMONT COUNTY, OHIO (WTRF) — Hazel’s Heroes visited the Ohio State Highway Patrol in St. Clairsville today. Hazel Koveleskie, a nine-year-old Barnesville girl, created a group that honors local veterans, police officers, and firefighters. They give them “blessing bags” filled with snacks, pens, notepads and treats. Hazel says she got the idea when helping her […]
Humid air arrives with rain
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) -The tradeoff form heat to humidity began subtly on Thursday. The arid air held sway at ground level, while a ribbon of moister air arrived in the heavens. Think of it this way; namely, clouds represent moisture in contrast to the skies of the past few days which were cloud free (the definition of drought and a dry desert-like climate).
Man Caught with Loaded Gun at Huntington Tri-State Airport Checkpoint
A Kentucky man was stopped by Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at Huntington Tri-State Airport with a loaded firearm in his carry-on bag on Thursday, August 8. The 9mm handgun was loaded with six bullets including one in the chamber. TSA officers halted the screening process and immediately notified the...
Ohio anti-gerrymandering leaders say LaRose’s draft ballot text is deceptive and unconstitutional
The office of Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose has drafted ballot language for the Ohio Ballot Board to consider Friday that supporters of an anti-gerrymandering amendment say is deceptive and unconstitutional. The Ballot Board decides the text of proposed amendments that voters actually see on their ballots when they vote. The anti-gerrymandering amendment before […]
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