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Marietta community turns out for Harmar Days Festival
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - A portion of Marietta’s westside was abuzz with activity this weekend for the annual Harmar Days festival. Crowds came out for the three day festival to patronize local vendors and enjoy live music, art demonstrations, a kids zone, and more. The festival in its current...
Newcomerstown News: River poker run slated for Aug. 10 for kayakers and canoers
A river poker run will take place Aug. 10 at the Simonds-Heller Park as part of Newcomerstown Now Second Saturday events. Participants can use either a kayak or canoe and there are two routes to choose from. The cost is $25. The first is 17 miles from Gnadenhutten to Newcomerstown. Participants can register...
Deshaun Watson Draws Intense Criticism Following Controversial Comment at Browns 2024 Training Camp
Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson is facing some major backlash after a comment he made earlier this week at the start of the 2024 training camp. When asked by a reporter how he's handled things over the past couple of years since his 11-game suspension for alleged sexual misconduct ...
Tax-free items on sale now: what to know to take advantage
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Here are a few things to keep in mind as the tax free holiday kicks off at midnight on Tuesday, July 30. This years tax free holiday will be available to residents for longer than usual as it is expected to last through Thursday, Aug. 8. The tax free holiday is […]
Ohioans will again vote on redistricting reform
Gerrymandering reform will again be on the Ohio ballot in November following years of redistricting battles. Driving the news: Secretary of State Frank LaRose certified 535,000 signatures last week from Citizens Not Politicians, the campaign pursuing this constitutional amendment. Why it matters: If the amendment passes, a citizen-led commission (rather...
100 days until Election Day: What Ohioans need to know
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — There are just 100 days until the November general election. November’s election will determine the next President of the United States, along with several other state and local races across the nation. Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose is urging Ohio voters to begin making a plan now on how they […]
Refinery outage to blame for rising gas prices in Columbus, experts say
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Experts believe a refinery outage in Illinois is to blame for the recent uptick in gas prices, which includes another jump this past week in Columbus. According to GasBuddy’s survey of 500 stations in the Columbus area, the average price of gasoline increased by 10.3...
Over a thousand gather for Serbian culture, food, and music at annual festival
WEIRTON, WV — The annual Serb Fest held by the Holy Resurrection Serbian Orthodox Church returned Saturday at the Serbian picnic grounds in Weirton. The festival featured everything within Serbian culture—food, music, games, and more. "We have tremendous workers every year that step up. We have the lamb...
Club 3:16 hosts Fun Fest to give back to Ohio Valley youth, draws 200 attendees
WEIRTON, WV — The members of Club 3:16, a faith-based youth group, held a Club 3:16 Fun Fest to give back to the youth in the Ohio Valley. "There are so many kids out there who aren't benefiting from going to a swimming pool or participating in other activities, so we wanted to do something for the community to give back," said Patti Barnabei, founder of Club 3:16.
These Ohio Cannabis Companies Approved For Adult Retail Sales
COLUMBUS — A group of businesses in Ohio has received the first authorizations to work with recreational marijuana, as the state’s first crop intended for this type of sale has also crossed a milestone. Medical dispensaries and other industry players have been waiting for certificates of operation, the...