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Returning state champion Bartlett highlights 2024 high school storylines, golfers to know
The final weeks of July begin the high school sports season in Ohio and Kentucky as preps golfers begin their seasons on July 22 in Kentucky and July 29 in Ohio. Last season was another full of success for local golfers, including many returning athletes like Wyoming senior Finley Bartlett who won the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division II individual state championship. Here are some of the top returning golfers and storylines to watch in the...
Huckabee applauds JD Vance as Trump’s VP pick, says inexperience is ‘good’
Former Arkansas governor Mike Huckabee (R) lauded former President Trump’s decision to pick Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio), noting that his inexperience in elected office is “good.” “When people say JD Vance hasn’t been in office that long … good,” Huckabee said Saturday in an interview with NewsNation’s Hena Doba. “The longer people stay in a…
‘It’s concerning:’ Ohio residents seek answers after fracking waste cleanup still not done
The CEO of Austin Master Services - owner of a fracking-waste storage facility in Martin’s Ferry, Ohio - will attend a hearing by phone today in Belmont County, facing contempt-of-court charges for failing to clean up 10,000 tons of waste - far beyond what the company was permitted to store.
Karina Eleni, daughter of Akron actress Melina Kanakaredes, is summer artist at rock hall
Singer-songwriter Karina Eleni was born and raised in Los Angeles, but she is an Ohio native at heart. She has spent most of her summers and holidays here because this is where most of her family lives. “I love Akron,” she said. Swensons, Luigi’s, you name it. She...
St. Clairsville Post 159 Wins Region 8, Saunders Throws Shutout
FORT FRYE, OHIO (WTRF)– St. Clairsville beat Beverly-Lowell 4-0 Sunday to win Region 8 of Ohio’s Legion Baseball. Brody Saunders threw a complete game shutout allowing only two hits, while adding two RBI’s of his own. Hunter Hoffman and Alfred Blue each had three hits of their own. Next up, Post 159 plays Friday at […]
Columbus Dispatch wins general excellence award for outstanding journalism
Columbus Dispatch journalists won 27 awards Sunday in Ohio's most competitive journalism contest, including top honors for general excellence. Dispatch.com earned second place for best digital presence while sweeping all three awards for best video in the large-market division in the 2023 Ohio Associated Press Managing Editor contest announced at Villa Milano in...
The forgotten forfeit: When Cleveland tried to cheat its way to a victory
CLEVELAND, Ohio – Last month the Northeast Ohio sports world revisited 10 Cent Beer Night, the raucous evening at the ballpark that resulted in a forfeit against Cleveland. The 50th anniversary of that ignoble night took folks down memory lane to recall the June 4, 1974, game between Texas and Cleveland that resulted in baseball’s official forfeit score of 9-0.
Old Washington Music Festival throws a party in Guernsey County
GUERNSEY COUNTY, Ohio (WTRF) — It’s a small village but the folks in Old Washington certainly know how to throw a big party. One of this summer’s most anticipated events has wrapped up. The first-ever Old Washington Music Festival is in the books with 5-time Grammy nominated artist Hunter Hays closing the show. He is […]
Annual bike ride honors motorcycle safety and remembers a beloved son, father, and friend
BELLAIRE, Ohio (WTRF) — A special tribute to honor and remember a son, brother, father, and friend to many was held in Bellaire on Saturday. In 2018, Chad Senkbeil tragically lost his life in a motorcycle accident after leaving a meeting at Denny’s Blue Angel Bar and Grill in Bellaire. On Saturday, his family and […]
Five-star defensive lineman to take a visit to the Ohio State football program
The Ohio State football program is still focused on finishing out the 2025 recruiting class with a strong push. August is going to be a big month for that. They have the top recruiting class at the moment but are holding a slim lead over Alabama for that distinction. While...
Aces of Trades: Jim Sayre pens book about trials and tribulations of being blind
ZANESVILLE – He’s no typical author. “I was an adventurous child, always wanting to do things that I was told I could not do,” recalled Jim Sayre. “Really, I didn’t dream of doing anything specifically as I grew up. I was governed more by what I could do because of my disability, and what I was allowed to do by society. ...
Summer interns learn teamwork skills at Fluor-BWXT Portsmouth
PIKETON--Lean Six Sigma training is designed to simplify processes and increase efficiency in the workplace. Summer interns with Fluor-BWXT Portsmouth (FBP) at the Department of Energy site in Piketon recently participated in the training to help them earn White Belt certifications in the program. “We want our interns to get...
$2 Million Tax Credit Secured: Historic Zanesville Building to Undergo $9.4 Million Renovation
A $2 million tax credit will help turn the Baker Brother’s Grocery building in Zanesville into a mixed-use complex with office space, commercial areas, and apartments, with construction expected to start in December 2024 and finish by November 2025. $2 Million Tax Credit Revitalizes Historic Baker Brother’s Grocery Building in Zanesville with New Offices, Commercial […]
Residency graduate Dr. Mishel Simoni to remain and practice at Adena Health
CHILLICOTHE – Continuing a trend in recent years that has seen graduates of Adena Health’s residency program choosing to remain with the health system to practice, one member of the class of 2024 will keep his talents local. Mishel Simoni, MD, a graduate of the family medicine residency...
Pioneer Center hosts iCan Swim Camp to teach water safety skills
ROSS COUNTY – The Pioneer Center recently hosted iCan Swim Camp at the YMCA of Ross County. The program, managed by iCan Shine, teaches individuals with disabilities ages three and up water safety skills. “Individuals with certain disabilities have an increased risk of drowning,” said Superintendent of the Pioneer...
Pike Christian Academy withdraws bid for radioactive school following Guardian investigation
PIKETON, Ohio — Following an investigation by the Guardian, Pike Christian Academy (PCA) has announced it will no longer pursue the purchase of Zahn’s Corner Middle School. The school district made the announcement on Saturday, stating their decision on social media. “After careful consideration and prayer, PCA school...
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