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Roll it up into one: What you need to know about new legal marijuana sales in Ohio
CINCINNATI (WKRC/AP) - Recreational marijuana sales began across Ohio on Tuesday when the state issued its first operating certificates. Nearly 100 medical marijuana dispensaries were able to begin sales immediately, according to the Division of Cannabis Control. The new law allows adults 21 and over to buy and possess up...
App launching in Ohio looks to reduce restaurant food waste
An app that looks to reduce food waste at local restaurants officially launches in Ohio next week. “What we do is we connect businesses who have food directly to consumers,” said Too Good To Go spokeswoman Sarah Soteroff. Customers use the app to buy reduced-price “Surprise Bags” of leftover...
Heritage Music BluesFest plugs in amps for Day 2
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — You really could not ask for a more perfect night for some great music along the beautiful banks of the Ohio River. That’s exactly what nearly 2,000 music fans were treated to at the 23rd annual Heritage Music BluesFest. Many folks traveled a long way to the to the Friendly City […]
Ohio spending another $63M to knock down buildings
(The Center Square) – Nearly 1,300 more buildings across the state will be torn down as Ohio continues to spend taxpayer money on grants it says will spur economic development. The new projects in nine counties will cost $67.3 million and cover 1,277 vacant, dilapidated buildings – all part of the Building Demolition and Site Revitalization Program that has spent more than $200 million on nearly 5,000 projects in all 88 counties since it began in 2021. ...
DeWine defends record with Ohio legislature despite inaction in several areas
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Governor Mike DeWine is defending his record with the Ohio General Assembly, despite multiple calls to action that have yet to be taken up. “Under our system of government, we have a legislative branch as well as an executive branch hand judicial branch,” he said. “Each one has a role and […]
Authorities suspect arson after four Southern Ohio churches burn down
Ohio (WCHS) — A rash of church fires in Southern Ohio has church members asking 'why?' and investigators ruling them as arson. Four churches in the have been destroyed by fire, with three taking place since May. The four churches targeted include Kokeen Enterpise Baptist Church, Flag Springs Methodist...
Ohio bill allowing care facility cameras now ‘worthless,’ advocates say
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A bill named after a woman with developmental disabilities who had her throat slit at an Ohio care facility has been amended by legislators, with disability advocates calling the new version “worthless.” House Bill 465, known as Lauren’s Law, was introduced in the Ohio House in March. If passed, Lauren’s Law […]
Community members “Stuff the Bus” with Bethlehem Apostolic Temple
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — It’s hard to believe, but in just a few short weeks, area children will be headed back to school. However, the rising cost of items such as school supplies, clothing, and food can cause hardships for families in many areas. Today’s area residents had the opportunity to ease the burden of […]
Ohio high school band reveals new equipment trailer with help from community
BELLAIRE, OHIO (WTRF) — Community members in Bellaire, Ohio came out to Belmont Savings Bank on Friday to witness the reveal of the newly designed equipment trailer for the Big Reds Marching Band. The event was completely free for the entire community to attend and featured several performances by the band. After a generous […]
Williams Companies hosts 2nd annual First Responders Appreciation Day at Grand Vue Park
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — One local business was out in Marshall County today, thanking first responders in the Ohio Valley by offering them a fun-filled day with their families. Williams Companies hosted their 2nd annual First Responders Appreciation Day at Grand Vue Park in Moundsville. Williams Companies is an American Energy Company that partners […]
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