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Kenworth Announces Hundreds of Layoffs in Chillicothe
Chillicothe, OH – Kenworth, a prominent manufacturer of semi-trucks, has announced significant layoffs impacting hundreds of employees at its Chillicothe facility. The layoffs were disclosed during plant-wide meetings held last Thursday. Initially, the layoffs were expected to affect employees hired after May 2023, but this was later revised to...
Belpre Civitan Park pond filled in with water
BELPRE, OH. (WTAP) -With renovations of the pond near completion, the pond has now been completely filled and is awaiting further projects surrounding it. Susan Abdella, the mayor of Belpre, said that the pond looks beautiful and is pleased with the result since the project started in May. “The pond...
A look at dedicated highways in Ross County
CHILLICOTHE — For over 70 years the Ohio General Assembly has passed legislation that has designated portions of state highways as memorial highways. So far over 200 memorial highways have been designated in the state, 13 of which are located in Ross County. These designations are marked by Ohio...
‘My heart is in my stomach right now’: East Palestine residents reach out to Illinois town after derailment there
A handful of people in the small Ohio town of East Palestine used social media to send heartfelt messages — and hard-earned advice — to residents of a Chicago suburb last week. The reason for the outreach? The threat of toxic contamination. On Thursday morning, June 27, Veronica...
New local business invites community out for free fun
ST. CLAIRSVILLE, OHIO (WTRF) — A new local organization in the Ohio Valley decided to announce its new headquarters location by inviting everyone out for a day filled with free fun. Rich Investments Group recently opened its new location at 48000 National Rd. in St. Clairsville and on Saturday they welcomed the entire community out […]
What if? We could build better facilities if we all pitched in: The Wake Up for Monday, July 8, 2024
Subscribe to the Wake Up, cleveland.com’s free morning newsletter, delivered to your inbox weekdays at 5:30 a.m. The Cleveland Browns are beloved throughout Northeast Ohio. So why should Cleveland residents alone be saddled with upkeep and renovation of Browns stadium?. If you purchase a product or register for an...
In a year of record-breaking tornado storms, scientists are trying to determine if the trend is here to stay
“Supercharged” tornado events. New storm tracking tech. Climate change. There's a lot that goes into figuring out weather patterns. Scientists want to understand what's happening — and what it will mean for West Virginia. In a year of record-breaking tornado storms, scientists are trying to determine if the trend is here to stay appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
A Happy Landing: Rodeo, balloons draw people to Freedom Festival finale
VIENNA — People could spend money Saturday at Spencer’s Landing for rodeo tickets, hot air balloon rides or food and drinks, but 5-year-old Anders Morrison was making money. “I rode a sheep,” he said matter of factly. The Vienna resident rode a sheep longer than any of...
Last day of 2024 Charleston Sternwheel Regatta
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - It’s the last day of the Charleston Sternwheel Regatta, and that means all the fun is winding down. Some vendors like DJ Hale, the co-owner of Sweet as Hale Freeze Dried Treats out of Catlettsburg, wish the week wasn’t over. “It’s amazing here honestly....
A warm start to next week along with the chance for showers
Sunday evening should start off with most temps in the 80s/70s under partly cloudy skies. A few rogue southern showers can’t be ruled out as the move through the next couple of hours. Once the sun sets, the rest of the overnight will see a few clouds and temps dropping into the 60s under a […]
Fur Kids for Seniors brings joy to care residents
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - At least once or twice a month, Justin Riser, alongside his son Braydon, visit care centers with their dogs as a way to comfort the residents. The group, Fur Kids for Seniors, recently visited the Ohio Valley Health Care Center in Parkersburg. The goal of the group is to bring smiles for the residents living in the care faculties.
'Super load' expected to pass through southern Ohio counties on its way to New Albany
Ohio (WCHS) — A super load is set to make their way through southern Ohio counties starting Monday on a trip that will span over a week, officials say. The load will be on the road for over nine days as it travels from a dock near Manchester in Adams County, passing through Scioto County as it makes its way to New Albany in Licking County, according to the Ohio Department of Transportation.
Former Martin County man fatally shot in Lenore, police investigating
LENORE, W.Va. — A former Martin County, Kentucky, resident was fatally shot early Friday morning at a residence in Lenore, West Virginia, authorities said. The victim, Charles Speer, 42, of Kermit, West Virginia, was pronounced dead after the shooting, according to the West Virginia State Police (WVSP). The alleged...
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