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Cat ladies, position pivots and finding religion: JD Vance’s life under a national microscope
WASHINGTON, D. C. - Since his anointment as Donald Trump’s GOP vice-presidential running mate, U.S. Sen. JD Vance of Ohio has been barnstorming the country on behalf of his running mate as his past policy reversals and contentious remarks have been put under a microscope. So far, Trump’s choice...
Ohio OK’s more marijuana companies to operate in recreational market – including 4 testing labs
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Thirty-four Ohio medical marijuana businesses now have certificates of operation to expand into the recreational market, including the first four testing labs to receive permits. Twenty-four of these growers, processors and testing labs are new as of Friday. The Ohio Division of Cannabis Control initially granted...
Ohio voters to decide on redistricting reform this election
Voters in Ohio will soon be given the opportunity to overhaul how the state draws its congressional and legislative maps. Citizens Not Politicians, the coalition of organizations behind the constitutional amendment, sent Secretary of State Frank LaRose more than 700,000 signatures earlier this month, and LaRose certified 535,000 signatures last week. The existing maps, enacted […]
November election 99 days away
(The Center Square) — With 99 days until the November general election, key dates are approaching for Ohio voters. The November election will decide the next president, the state’s next U.S. senator and three congressional races that some call competitive. Secretary of State Frank LaRose released a list of important dates as the election countdown moved inside 100 days, including Sept. 20, when military and overseas absentee voting begins. ...
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,...
Chinese glass maker says it wasn’t target of raid at US plant featured in Oscar-winning film
MORAINE, Ohio (AP) — A Chinese automotive glass maker says the company is not the target of a federal investigation that temporarily shut down production last week at its Ohio factory. The plant near Dayton was the subject of the Netflix film “American Factory” that won an Oscar in 2020. A Homeland Security official said on Friday that the investigation is focused on money laundering, potential human smuggling and financial crimes. Fuyao Glass America says it was told by authorities that a third-party employment company was at the center of the criminal investigation. Fuyao Glass America says it will cooperate fully with investigators.
Back Porch Swing Band headlining Artsbridge concert Thursday
PARKERSBURG — The Back Porch Swing Band is the featured act this week at the Artsbridge Summer Music Series at City Park. The concert, from 6:30-8:00 p.m., includes Howard Buie as the opening show at the bandshell. The Back Porch Swing Band has performed for about 20 years. The...
Parkersburg Homecoming announces volunteer awards
PARKERSBURG — The Parkersburg Homecoming has announced its volunteer awards and the grand marshal for the annual parade in August. Cathy Buttermore of Buttermore Jewelers received the George Kellenberger Volunteer of the Year that recognizes service to the community and the Homecoming Festival. The Buttermore family has been a Parkersburg jewelry business for 95 years, but Cathy Buttermore has decided to retire and close the doors of the jewelry store.
New principals top agenda for Wood County BOE meeting
PARKERSBURG — The Wood County Board of Education will meet in special session tonight to vote on the appointment of new principals for Emerson Elementary and Parkersburg High School. The board voted earlier this month to accept the settlement agreements with former Emerson Elementary Principal Tabatha Efaw and Parkersburg...
Shell Shocked!: Lost tortoise reunited with grateful owner
PARKERSBURG — A tortoise that eluded its owner at Civitan Park in Belpre wandered nearly a week until passersby recognized the traipsing Testudinidae from a social media blitz. Sammy the South American red-footed tortoise got away from Ray Swick on June 19 at the park where the retired historian...
Older LGBTQ+ people often face social isolation and fear, but groups working to bring inclusion
Two Columbus documentary film makers interviewed more than 50 people who once frequented Ohio's longest-running lesbian bar. They found a common theme among many of the patrons. As the many of the patrons age, they've started to lose the sense of community they once found at the bar. Evidence shows...
Parkersburg Area Community Foundation accepting applications for fall grant cycle
PARKERSBURG — The Parkersburg Area Community Foundation and its Regional Affiliates of Doddridge County, Ritchie County and the Little Kanawha Area are accepting applications for the fall cycle of the Community Action Grants Program. The application process is online, with the deadline for submission at midnight Sept. 23. Organizations...
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