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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…
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 […]
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 Media Editors contest announced at Villa Milano in...
JT Parish records walk-off walk to give Cambridge home talent the victory over Utica home talent
In a battle between two of the top teams in the Southeast Division, Sunday’s Home Talent League game between Cambridge and Utica came down to the wire. With the game tied at 3-3, JT Parish took ball four with the bases loaded with two outs in the bottom of the ninth to give the Cambridge Blues, leaders of the Southeast North, a 4-3 win over Utica, leaders of the Southeast South, on Sunday, July 21 at Racetrack Park. ...
Victorian Mansion Museum hosts backyard barbecue
BARNESVILLE, Ohio (WTRF) — The Belmont County Victorian Mansion Museum held a backyard barbecue filled with games, live music, and good food. Guests had the opportunity to play bingo or Jenga, take part in the 50/50 raffle, or tour the 150-year-old museum. For those who took a tour, preserved rooms, clothing, and paintings […]
A Southwest flight is under investigation for dangerously low altitude
The wingspan of a Boeing 737 Max 8 plane is just under 118 feet — and a recent Southwest flight involving that aircraft wasn’t that much further above Tampa Bay despite still being 3 miles out from the airport. Suggested Reading. The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating what...
‘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.
Inkcarceration boosts Mansfield food trucks
MANSFIELD — Sadie Stewart remembers when her food truck was one of the only Richland County trucks serving Inkmates a few years ago. The owner of Mad Meltz, Stewart said 2024 marks her team’s fourth year at Inkcarceration. Richland County’s Athena Gyro Express and Grunt Grub also set up at the festival this year.
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...
New Ohio State running back Quinshon Judkins bringing mixed reviews as a 2025 NFL Draft prospect
The 2025 NFL Draft boasts one of the deepest running back groups in recent memory. Just how high is Ohio State running back Quinshon Judkins on that list? The debate begins.
New Albany Dance Festival to take place next weekend
NEW ALBANY, Ohio — Dancers from all over will convene in central Ohio next weekend for the third annual New Albany Dance Festival. Hosted by New Vision Dance Company, the festival is a 3-day event. Kicking off Friday evening with a concert of adult professional performers from companies all around central Ohio, the event will then feature more than 30 free dance classes on Saturday with a showcase of central Ohio dance studios in the evening.
Ohio State's Sean Stewart wants to rewrite the narrative on who he is as a player after transfer
During his recruitment process, there wasn't a college basketball program in the country that wouldn't have taken Sean Stewart. The Orlando native was a top-25 overall prospect and the No. 6 power forward in the 2023 recruiting class, according to the 247Sports rankings. After playing his freshman season at Duke,...
They’ve Got Mail In Chatfield…They Just Can’t Get It…
CHATFIELD, OH— Residents in Chatfield are expressing frustration over the lack of accessibility to their local post office. The post office, which has been serving the community since 1904, does not offer home delivery services. Postmaster Jill Stahl is responsible for overseeing operations in both Chatfield and Attica. Residents...
Sunday Conversation: Catching up with Berne Union athletic director Danny Snively
SUGAR GROVE — Berne Union athletic director Danny Snively is the kind of person you want to be around because he is always smiling and has an upbeat attitude. The son of a coach, Snively traveled around a lot when he was younger before settling in and graduating from Jonathan Alder High School in 2009. From there, he played football at Muskingum University for four years and was hired as a Lancaster teacher. He was an assistant...
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