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High school football scrimmage schedule 2024 for NE Ohio
CLEVELAND, Ohio — High school football practices are ramping up this week, and scrimmages will soon follow this preseason. The regular season kicks off Friday, Aug. 23, for most teams. There are a few games a night earlier. Can’t wait until then? Here is a compilation of scrimmages in the meantime:
Large-scale Ohio research project to explore how solar and farming can co-exist
Research underway at a Madison County solar farm promises to shed light on how well multi-use farming can work at a large scale. The answers will help shape best practices for future projects, while addressing some concerns raised in ongoing debates over siting large solar projects in rural farm areas. Spread across more than 1,900 […]
Klinker named 2024 Ohio History Teacher of the Year by Gilder Lehrman Institute
PIKETON — Andy Klinker, a teacher at Piketon Jr./Sr. High School, has been named the 2024 Ohio History Teacher of the Year by the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History. Established in 2004, this prestigious award recognizes exceptional elementary through high school teachers for their outstanding contributions to American history education. Presented annually by the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History, the nation’s leading nonprofit organization dedicated to K–12 American history education, this award honors one K–12 teacher from each state, the District of Columbia,...
Cousins reunion held at Paint Creek Lake Dam
The Cousin Reunion was held on July 21 at Paint Creek Lake Dam. There was a good turnout with a large variety of food. Bingo was played and there was a 50/50 drawing with the winner getting $44.00. The auction was very successful with the items that were brought and auctioned. We were fortunate enough to have John Simmons play his guitar and sing some gospel and country music. Everyone would like to thank Louise Danner, Violet Danner and Debbie Miller for all the work they did in getting the reunion together. Hopefully, those who couldn’t come this year will be able to make it next year.
Officials report economic boon coming to Maysville will create more than 100 new jobs
A multi-million-dollar investment is coming to the region. Governor Andy Besher recently announced Mitsubishi Electric will be repurposing an existing facility in Mason County to create highly efficient heat pump compressors. Officials said as the automotive industry has diversified beyond the internal combustion engine, Mitsubishi Electric has worked to identify...
Retirement community resident quilts together a connection with families at Ronald McDonald House
MILFORD, Ohio — One Cincinnati woman is putting her love for quilting to use as she donates her finished quilts to assist families in need. Pat Fight, a resident at Pinebrook, a Watermark Retirement Community in Milford, recently shared three of her quilts with the Ronald McDonald House to ensure children and families can have one less worry — regarding warmth and comfort — during challenging times.
Cincinnati Black Music Walk of Fame Celebrates One-Year Anniversary with New Inductees
On Saturday, July 27, the Cincinnati Black Music Walk of Fame celebrated its one-year anniversary with four new inductees, a red carpet event and a free concert performed by Zapp. The new inductees include Donald Lawrence, Randy Crawford, Shirley Murdock and the late Roger Troutman and the Zapp band. All four inductees have strong connections to Cincinnati, where their musical careers have contributed to the city’s musical legacy.
NEW DETAILS: Warren County $23M new home proposal OK’d in Franklin
A $23 million plan to build 284 new homes in Franklin has been approved. The 109.5-acre Shaker Farms proposal at the intersection of Manchester and Shaker roads would be the first new residential development in the city in more than 15 years, officials have said. A land use change from...
Chillicothe Area to Host Special Archery Deer Hunts at Scenic River Properties
COLUMBUS, OH — The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Natural Areas and Preserves has announced special archery deer hunts at nine picturesque locations along the Little Miami, Stillwater, and Big and Little Darby state scenic rivers. These controlled hunts aim to manage deer populations and mitigate their impact on native plant communities.
No injuries in latest crash at notorious East Springfield curve
A sharp corner that has been the scene of many crashes this year saw another one on Tuesday morning. A truck without a trailer was the latest to be involved in a crash on State Route 43 in East Springfield. According to Ohio State Highway Patrol officers on scene, the...