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Tactical training held for local law enforcement
RIPLEY, W.Va. (WTAP) - SBG Tactical WV LLC held a course in Ripley to allow patrol and detective-level officers training on high-risk entry operations. The course covered operational planning, breaching methods, tactical medicine, and more. The owner of SBG Tactical WV LLC, Scott Lowther, shares why he holds courses like...
Nelsonville-York begins redemption run with statement win over Trimble
NELSONVILLE — This season is about one thing for Nelsonville-York. Redeeming the mistakes of the year prior and getting back to the top of the mountain after an off-year. Through one stage, the Buckeyes are back on track. Hosting in their yearly rivalry matchup to start the season, Nelsonville-York (1-0) fell down early but quickly bounced back to dominate Trimble en route to a 21-14 win over the Tomcats (0-1) at Dave Boston Field on Friday night. ...
Buckeyes top Tomcats in 17th annual Battle Over the Hill
NELSONVILLE, Ohio (WOUB) – The stage was set at Boston Field for a high-stakes season opener: the Nelsonville-York Buckeyes vs. the Trimble Tomcats. This is the 17th meeting between the two teams, both with eight wins each. Tonight would give one a leg up on the rivalry. It’s a tradition they start their seasons against each other.
Heat returns with high pressure
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - We have officially started what is expected to be an almost week long heat wave. Highs on Saturday reached the low 90s as high pressure settles in. Overnight, clear skies will allow for temperatures to fall around 60. The hot weather will continue Sunday with highs reaching roughly the mid 90s. The heat and dry weather will continue into the work with highs on Monday reaching the mid 90s which could possibly tie or break the previous record set in 2016. We could also tie or break the record on Wednesday of 98 degrees which was set in 1948. Due to the hot weather that is expected, make sure you take it easy and drink plenty of water.
Vance dodges on whether Trump's immigration policy would lead to family separations
Ohio Sen. JD Vance, former President Donald Trump’s running mate, on Saturday evaded multiple questions about whether Trump’s proposed “zero tolerance” policy on immigration would lead to family separation. First, Vance told NBC News’ “Meet the Press” that before imposing mass deportations, Trump would need to...
Banking Challenges Remain for Ohio’s Cannabis Dispensaries
Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. Despite the legalization of recreational marijuana in Ohio and the licensing of around 120 dispensaries, the cannabis industry still faces significant banking challenges due to federal laws that classify marijuana as illegal. This legal discrepancy makes financial institutions hesitant to provide services to cannabis businesses.
Mostly clear and calm tonight; Sunday brings in more chances for sunshine
Saturday evening looks great for anyone planning some evening plans. Outdoor dinner plans will be in good shape as we continue to see mostly clear skies and overnight lows in the upper 50s. Can’t rule out some river valley across the mountains but any instances will be extremely isolated tonight. Sunday church services will go […]
Cities with the most expensive homes in Ohio
Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is. More than a place to live, homeownership is an asset with the potential to tremendously rise in value. But with home prices reaching record heights, affordability plays a huge role for buyers.
'Watch each other' Republicans want to recruit poll observers, workers and lawyers in Ohio
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost joined other Republican officials to recruit poll observers and workers at a Republican National Committee event on Friday. The Protect the Vote tour is a nationwide project by the Republican National Committee to recruit poll workers, lawyers and observers in an effort to secure elections. ...
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