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Matters of Graves Importance: Frankfort Sunflower Festival this weekend, including mullet contest
I was driving down High Street in Chillicothe last week and came upon a cluster of traffic by the BP station. I could see ahead that my traffic light was red, so I stopped a few feet from the entrance and motioned for a car to pull out. When I did, I looked in my rearview mirror and saw a man losing his mind. Waving his hands in the air, yelling at me, and trust me, I could read his lips. What I did next is what you would expect me to do…I let the other two cars out that...
Rally House Opens New Location in Chillicothe, Expanding Retail Footprint
Chillicothe, OH – Rally House, a prominent retailer specializing in sports merchandise and officially licensed apparel, has unveiled its newest storefront today in Chillicothe, Ohio. Located at Guernsey Crossing adjacent to Petco, Rally House Chillicothe marks the company’s 33rd establishment in Ohio and its first in the Chillicothe area.
Historic homes to open for tour in Jefferson County
MT. PLEASANT, Ohio — Step back in time and stroll the streets of historic Mt. Pleasant, Ohio, a National Historic Landmark District, on Aug. 3 and 4 during the historical society’s annual tour. The tour will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 3 and 1-5 p.m. Aug. 4.
Big Lots Shutting Down Stores Amid Financial Uncertainty
Big Lots is planning to shutter around 40 stores as the company opens up about their ability to continue. I've been shopping at Big Lots for as long as I can remember. As a kid, I could spend hours in the toy aisle, and even as a teenager, I spent quite a bit of time thumbing through the DVD and Blu-ray selections. My wife and I still shop at Big Lots on a regular basis today. It's safe to say that it's one of my all-time favorite stores. Need groceries? Done. Kitchenware? Easy. How about some furniture? They've got all kinds of options out on the floor.
New Pugliese STEM Academy to open, offering innovative pathways for Steubenville students
STEUBENVILLE, OH — The Pugliese STEM Academy, located on 4th Street in Steubenville, is waiting to welcome the students of Steubenville City Schools as the $20 million project has been completed ahead of the 2024-25 academic year. The three-story building has 11 rooms, which will include programs and courses...
Kidaroo’s indoor playground in Charleston closes permanently
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – A local business has closed its doors for good. Kidaroo’s in Charleston announced its official closure on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. The business says they were not making enough revenue to remain open. Known as the largest indoor playground in the state, Kidaroo’s opened in September 2017 along MacCorkle Avenue. In […]
Shawnee State University acquires land that includes Spartan Stadium, Branch Rickey Field
PORTSMOUTH, Ohio (WCHS) — There's a new addition to Shawnee State University, courtesy of the city of Portsmouth. A move from city officials provided the school 23 acres of land that includes Spartan Stadium and Branch Rickey Field. The gift is seen as beneficial for both groups. "Shawnee approached...
Peppers Recall Sparks Warning in Kentucky, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia
Aldi has issued a recall for several fresh produce items due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause severe and sometimes fatal infections. The recall, announced online Monday, affects green peppers, jalapeños, and green beans sold under the “Freshire Farms” label. The affected...
Newark Advocate reporters win top prizes from Associated Press Media Editors
Newark Advocate journalists won 12 awards Sunday from Ohio's top journalism contest, including top prizes for three reporters. The Advocate earned third place for general excellence in Division II of the 2023 Ohio Associated Press Media Editors contest announced at Villa Milano in Columbus. ...
Cresco Labs in Yellow Springs receives operational license for recreational weed
YELLOW SPRINGS, Ohio — The state of Ohio has started issuing operational licenses for dual-use cannabis cultivators, bringing the state one step closer to recreational marijuana sales. One of the first businesses to get that license is Cresco Labs, in Yellow Springs, Ohio, near the Dayton area. Cresco Labs...
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