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New child sex abuse investigator begins work
By Terry L. Hapney, Jr. The Ironton Tribune Lawrence County Sheriff Jeff Lawless assigned Detective Kodi Pizelli of Ironton as the county’s new child sex abuse investigator who works with Prosecutor Brigham Anderson. Pizelli’s appointment is made possible thanks to a two-year grant in the amount of $161,000 and another totaling $45,000. Anderson said it […] The post New child sex abuse investigator begins work appeared first on The Tribune.
InspiHER Retreat will be held in August
Staff report An event to inspire the next generation of girls to become leaders in Lawrence County will take place in August. Called “InspiHER Retreat: Empowering Young Girls in Lawrence County,” the program is for girls entering grades 5 through 8 and will take place at the South Point middle school on Aug. 10. It […] The post InspiHER Retreat will be held in August appeared first on The Tribune.
OSHP investigating pedestrian death
The Ironton Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating the death of a pedestrian who was killed on U.S. 52 near Ironton around midnight on July 4. According to a OSHP spokesman, the accident occurred at mile marker 7 on U.S. 52 eastbound, which is between the Ohio 141 exit and Ohio 93 […] The post OSHP investigating pedestrian death appeared first on The Tribune.
Today in Ironton history: July 4, 1976
By Joseph DiCristofaro The Ironton Tribune The July 4, 1976, edition of the Ironton Tribune commemorated the 200 years of history that led up to the publishing of that paper on that day, the front page bore a story of the history of African Americans in the area. Throughout the paper, the Tribune reflected on […] The post Today in Ironton history: July 4, 1976 appeared first on The Tribune.
The rare Compass Plant resides in the hills of Lawrence County
By Joseph DiCristofaro The Ironton Tribune Nestled in the rolling hills of Lawrence County remains a small population of compass plants, which are some of the few lasting remnants of the prairie days long ago. “It’s the only compass plant population that we consider native; it is questionable if it’s native there because it is […] The post The rare Compass Plant resides in the hills of Lawrence County appeared first on The Tribune.
Former Columbus Zoo marketing director pleads guilty in fraud case
Staff report DELAWARE — With a trial date looming, the former marketing director for the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium pleaded guilty today to 16 felony counts and one misdemeanor, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced on Tuesday afternoon. As part of the plea agreement, Pete Fingerhut will pay $675,572.65 in restitution. The amount includes […] The post Former Columbus Zoo marketing director pleads guilty in fraud case appeared first on The Tribune.
Local fireworks schedule
By Joseph DiCristofaro The Ironton Tribune Fourth of July festivities are fast approaching the Tri-State and with that comes cookouts, live music and one of the main attractions of the holiday, fireworks. Several areas of southern Ohio and neighboring Kentucky and West Virginia will have many activities for the public honoring 248 years of the […] The post Local fireworks schedule appeared first on The Tribune.
Wicked tales: Librarian writes about Lawrence County history
By Terry L. Hapney, Jr. The Ironton Tribune What do Lawrence County’s iron furnaces, ghosts, other hauntings, happenings and murders all have in common? They are each the focus of books written by Briggs Lawrence County Public Library’s Lori Shafer—the latest of which is set to release in August. “I like to focus people’s attention […] The post Wicked tales: Librarian writes about Lawrence County history appeared first on The Tribune.
AAA7 senior citizens art show call for entries
Staff report The 42nd Annual Senior Citizens Art Exhibit, sponsored by the Area Agency on Aging District 7 (AAA7), will be held in September and October at Bristol Village in Waverly. Applications are now available, and submissions are being accepted. Anyone who is 55 years of age or older may participate. Examples of art categories that […] The post AAA7 senior citizens art show call for entries appeared first on The Tribune.
Today in Ironton history: June 29, 1995
By Joseph DiCristofaro The Ironton Tribune Front-page news for The Ironton Tribune 29 years ago today was that visitors to national parks would probably have to pay more fees to use recreational facilities, including Lake Vesuvius and the Wayne National Forest. “We’re being encouraged by Congress to look at additional revenue sources,” said Galen Johnson, […] The post Today in Ironton history: June 29, 1995 appeared first on The Tribune.
63-year-old man sentenced to 8-12 years for drug sale
Staff report A 63-year-old Ironton man is facing 8-12 years in prison after being found guilty of first-degree felony trafficking in drugs after he sold methamphetamine to an undercover police officer. On June 21, a jury found Jackie Lee Miller guilty on the charge and on Wednesday, Lawrence County Common Pleas Judge Andy Ballard handed […] The post 63-year-old man sentenced to 8-12 years for drug sale appeared first on The Tribune.
18 indicted by county grand jury
Staff report The June indictments from the Lawrence County grand jury have been released and two men are now facing charges for sex-related incidents. Austin Belliles, 28, Ironton, has been indicted for third-degree felony unlawful sexual contact with a minor. The indictment states the victim, who is only identified by initials, was age 15 when […] The post 18 indicted by county grand jury appeared first on The Tribune.
July 4 fireworks require preparation by pet owners
By Terry L. Hapney, Jr. The Ironton Tribune With the Fourth of July comes fireworks, food and family time—all among events designed to celebrate the Declaration of Independence of the United States of America from Great Britain in 1776. A factor to consider while celebrating is the anxiety fireworks can cause in pets. Dr. M.J. […] The post July 4 fireworks require preparation by pet owners appeared first on The Tribune.
ACTC Pathfinder Pantry collects 223 food items for students
Staff report ASHLAND, Ky. – More than 200 non-perishable food items were collected for the Pathfinder Pantry at a recently held ACTC staff conference. The conference was organized by ACTC’s Staff Council, featuring a day of professional development sessions, a keynote speaker, and a drive to collect food items for the Pathfinder Pantry, where 223 […] The post ACTC Pathfinder Pantry collects 223 food items for students appeared first on The Tribune.
Chamber of Commerce accepting licensure certification scholarship applications
By Terry L. Hapney, Jr. The Ironton Tribune Lawrence County residents who need help covering instructional and/or testing fees for licensure, certification or a certificate are encouraged to apply for a scholarship offered by the Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce. Shirley Dyer, director of the Chamber, said the organization holds a golf scrimmage at the […] The post Chamber of Commerce accepting licensure certification scholarship applications appeared first on The Tribune.
Greater Huntington Symphonic Band and Jazz Band returns to Ironton for night of patriotic music on July 2
The Greater Huntington Symphonic Band and Jazz Band will return to Ironton for its annual night of patriotic music at 6:30 p.m. on July 2 as part of the Farmers Market Tuesday Night Summer Concert Series. The free concert is sponsored by the Ironton Council for the Arts, Ironton Alive,...
Artists invited to Imagination Alley in downtown Greenup on Friday
GREENUP, Ky. — Local artists are invited to set up for free and sell their wares during Greenup, Kentucky’s Final Friday this Friday from 6-9 p.m. “It’s called Imagination Alley,” said Cat Shaffer. “What we are doing is inviting all artists, authors, crafters, anybody creative to come down and sell their stuff. We would love […] The post Artists invited to Imagination Alley in downtown Greenup on Friday appeared first on The Tribune.
Chesapeake school district receives $10.3M to expand several programs
By Terry L. Hapney, Jr. The Ironton Tribune Ohio Means Jobs services, expansion in robotics and engineering classes and on-site physical therapy, preventative care and wellness checks are coming to Chesapeake Union Exempted Village Schools thanks to a $10.3 million grant from the Ohio Facilities Construction Commission. Ohio House Speaker Jason Stephens (R-Kitts Hill) announced […] The post Chesapeake school district receives $10.3M to expand several programs appeared first on The Tribune.
On heartland roads, and a riverboat, devout Catholics press on with two-month nationwide pilgrimage
STEUBENVILLE (AP) — “Bye bye, Jesus!” a child called out as the riverboat chugged away from shore into the Ohio River, a solemn bell tolling amid the thrumming of an old-fashioned sternwheel. Two Catholic bishops on board, representing dioceses on each side of the river, took turns holding aloft the guest of honor — the […] The post On heartland roads, and a riverboat, devout Catholics press on with two-month nationwide pilgrimage appeared first on The Tribune.
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