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Chronic absentee rates double in most school districts post-pandemic
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Chronic absenteeism in most Ohio school districts has doubled since before the pandemic, with school officials struggling to find ways to get students back into schools. Marietta City Schools Superintendent Brad Silvus said COVID hurt schools more than many people realize. “Once the pandemic happened,...
Appalachian critics of Ohio US Sen. JD Vance's 'Hillbilly Elegy' responded with their own book
As a 10th-generation Appalachian, Ivy Brashear sees JD Vance's 2016 memoir "Hillbilly Elegy" as a "really one-sided and simple view of the region." In an effort to help broaden people;s view of Appalachia, she decided to share her own narrative as part of a collection of writings in the 2019 book, "Appalachian Reckoning: A Region Responds to Hillbilly Elegy."
Be Alert for Spotted Lanternflies
Struggling with Lanternflies? Spotted lanternflies are being spotted everywhere in Northeast Ohio! This insect is a serious invasive pest that feeds on sap from over 70 different plant species. Spotted lanternflies can negatively impact our agriculture, economy, and everyday life through the honeydew they excrete, which eventually turns into mold.
Trump backs Vance, says facing Harris wouldn’t have changed his VP pick
Former President Trump is sticking by his choice to elevate Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio) to be his running mate in November, amid a shake-up atop the Democratic ticket. Trump told “Fox & Friends” Thursday he would not have changed his vice presidential pick, even if he had known ahead of time that President Biden would…
Ohio’s highest court says parent’s rights were not violated in local 2021 custody case
ZANESVILLE − The Supreme Court of Ohio has set a new precedent in custody law due to a Muskingum County case in which a mother said she was denied due process in fighting for custody of her children. She lost that argument when the highest court of the state rendered its decision on Tuesday. “We’re very pleased with the decision of the Supreme Court,” said Muskingum County Prosecutor Ron Welch, whose office was accused of denying a...
Picture This: Sunny Day, Sweepin’ the Clouds Away…
BELPRE — Sunflowers bloom along on Blennerhassett Drive in Belpre recently. If you have a recent photo that showcases the beauty of the Mid-Ohio Valley, submit it to Art Smith at asmith@newsandsentinel.com for possible inclusion on this page. See more photos at instagram.com/parkersburg.news.and.sentinel. (Photo provided by Amy Heldman)
The Right Path and Belpre Heights Church hold Back to School Bash
BELPRE, OH (WTAP) -The bash held a backpack giveaway with kids getting their own backpack full of different kinds of school supplies like crayons, pencils, and pencil cases for every kid. The Right Path of Washington County was also offering a free farmers market for kids to pick out fresh...
Memory Lane Creamery is a family affair
An open house July 13 at Memory Lane Creamery, 3291 Pleasant Hill Road, was a reminder to owner Judy Allen of just how far her business has come in such a short time. That would be since last October, when deliveries of milk to area businesses started after friends had sampled some of her milk varieties during last year’s Albany Independent Fair. During the open house, which featured homemade ice cream with a distinct orange flavor, one of her main helpers, Brent Nicholson, finally put...
Parkersburg, West Virginia, businessman gets 2 years in fed prison for tax evasion
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WV News) — A Parkersburg businessman who provided general building and specialty contracting services throughout the state with his River City Chem Dry has been sentenced to two years in federal prison for tax evasion. Brian E. Drake, 56, also was ordered to pay over $2 million...
A Dream Come Hue: Longtime mural project for Point Park floodwall completed
PARKERSBURG — A project that dates back nearly a decade held a ribbon cutting ceremony Thursday. Downtown PKB has partnered with Project Director Edward Escandon, a local business owner and artist, to cover the floodwalls at Point Park in art. “One day I came down to the Point and...
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