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“Newswatch In-Depth: Fracking Frenzy” Looks At Environmental Downsides And Economic Benefits
By: Justin Williams
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The controversial issue of fracking was tackled by WOUB on the February 28 airing of “Newswatch In-Depth: Fracking Frenzy.” The live, 90-minute program allowed viewers to call, email or tweet… Read More
Chardon High School Shooting Survivor Released From Hospital
By: Associated Press
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Authorities say a teen who was hurt but survived a deadly shooting rampage at an Ohio high school has been released from the hospital. The Chardon police chief… Read More
Boys Basketball-Playoff Preview: (9) Trimble vs (1) Southern
Trimble looks to continue their playoff run as the nine-seed this Wednesday as they have a tough matchup with the Southern Tornadoes. Southern comes in as the one-seed and are… Read More
Researchers Investigate Links Between Fracking And Water Contamination
By: Taylor Mirfendereski
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On the morning of December 15, 2007, Thelma and Richard Payne were jolted from their bed by surprise. "Things were crashing all over the place and it sounded like somebody… Read More
Boys Basketball-Playoff Preview: (7) Athens vs (6) Circleville
By: Nathan Takitch
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The Athens Bulldogs (12-9, 8-2) clinched a spot in the district semifinal by virtue of their thrilling 40-38 upset win over the second-seeded Logan Elm Braves in the sectional finals. … Read More
Afternoon Audio Update For February 28
By: Steffany Hiett
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Officials from the city of Belpre say a turning lane at the intersection of Farson Street and Washington Boulevard will soon help move traffic along. Listen to your audio update… Read More
Boys Basketball-Playoff Preview: (7) Athens vs (6) Circleville
By: Nathan Takitch
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The Athens Bulldogs (12-9; 8-2) clinched a spot in the district semifinal round of the postseason by virtue of their thrilling 40-38 upset win over the second-seeded Logan Elm… Read More
SEOEMS Bills Prompt County Lawsuit
By: Fred Kight
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Athens County and Jackson County are suing Lawrence County over some unpaid bills. The three counties jointly operated Southeast Ohio Emeregency Medical Service until it was dissolved in 2010. … Read More
Drug-Related Deaths Down In Scioto County
By: Associated Press
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Officials say the number of prescribed painkiller doses and drug-related deaths decreased last year in the southern Ohio county regarded as the epicenter of the state's prescription drug addiction problem…. Read More
Fracking Issue Goes Beyond Landowners
By: Amarens ten Bruggencate
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Landowners aren't the only ones concerned about the potential impact of horizontal fracturing. Business owners in Uptown Athens and Ohio University students are protesting and writing letters to local government… Read More
Study Predicts 65,000 Jobs From Shale Drilling
By: Associated Press
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An academic team enlisted by Ohio's business sector is predicting in a new study that oil and gas drilling will mean 65,000 jobs and an almost $4.9 billion increase in… Read More
Lancaster City Schools Putting Building Issue On Ballot For Second Time
By: Steffany Hiett
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Lancaster City Schools is asking for a 37 year, 4.1 mill bond issue in next week's primary election. If passed, the money generated will go into constructing five new elementary… Read More
Jorma Kaukonen At The Fur Peace Ranch 2011 Part 2
The captain is featured in solo performance. Part two of Jorma Kaukonen recorded August 27, 2011. Jorma Kaukonen pt 1 Jorma Kaukonen pt 2 Jorma Kaukonen pt 3
Regional Food Center’s Need For Volunteers Grows
By: Devin Bartolotta
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As the need for food security in Southeast Ohio grows exponentially, the need for essential resources and volunteers grows, too. The Athens, Hocking, Perry Community Action Agency (HAPCAP) serves nine… Read More
WV School Bus Driver Resigns Following Crash
By: Associated Press
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An Ohio County school bus driver who was at the wheel during an accident that injured an elementary school student has resigned. The Ohio County Board of Education accepted the… Read More
Web-based Portal Launching At Adena
By: WOUB Staff Writer
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Adena Health System is launching its web-based portal system this week which will give select patients access to online services. Patients of Dr. Kirk Tucker and Dr. Wayne Coats will… Read More
Ray Small Arrested In Meigs County
By: WOUB Staff Writer
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A former Ohio State football player will appear in Meigs County Court next month after being arrested drug charges. Ray Small was a passenger in a vehicle that was stopped… Read More
Smoking Ban Upheld In Wood County
By: Associated Press
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A Wood County judge has upheld a countywide ban on smoking in bars, restaurants and video lottery parlors. Circuit Court Judge Jeffrey Reed issued his decision Monday during… Read More
Morning Audio Update for February 28
By: Taylor Pool
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A GoBus driver has been cited after colliding with the car driven by Ohio University President Roderick McDavis. Plus, a man on the run from Southeast OHio authorities since October… Read More
Senate President Supports Romney
By: Associated Press
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The Republican leader of the Ohio Senate has thrown his support behind GOP presidential contender Mitt Romney. Senate President Tom Niehaus said in a statement on Monday that… Read More
Third Student Dies In Chardon High School Shooting
By: Associated Press
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UPDATE 5:30 p.m. The prosecutor in the Ohio school shooting that killed three students says the suspect is "someone who's not well." Prosecutor David Joyce said at a news conference after… Read More