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South Charleston’s Complete Effort Sinks Parkersburg
The South Charleston Black Falcons, having an impressive game on both sides of the ball, defeated the Parkersburg Big Reds Friday night, 41-21. Parkersburg started off the game strong… Read More
Gallia Academy Downs Rival Jackson
The rivalry between Jackson and Gallia Academy lived up to the hype Friday night, coming down to the final minutes in a close 30-27 Blue Devil victory. With 6:40… Read More
Athens Clinches TVC-Ohio Title
The Athens Bulldogs defeated the Nelsonville-York Bulldogs 42-21 on the road Friday to earn their second-straight outright TVC-Ohio championship. With the win, Athens (9-1) secured a home playoff game for… Read More
Week 10 Scores
By: Steve Uhlmann
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MVL Crooksville 12 John Glenn 27 Maysville 52 Morgan 21 New Lexington 28 Sheridan 0 Tri-Valley 56 Philo 14 Claymont 55 West Muskingum 12 SEOAL… Read More
‘Cats Win Streak Extends to Ten
The Ohio Bobcats extended their winning streak to 10 as they defeated the Miami Rehawks in four sets (25-21, 15-25, 25-15, 25-22). The Bobcats dominated early in the first set… Read More
Ohio Football Receives New Commit
Ohio University football has received an oral commitment from Baldwin High School (PA) running back Dorian Brown. The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reported earlier today that Brown made his decision to go… Read More
Evening Audio Update For October 26
Republicans in Ohio allege that Obama for America and State Democrats distributed free pizza at campus rallies to get students to vote for the president. In Kentucky, Republican Senate President… Read More
Ohio Jury To Resume Monday In Craigslist Case
By: Associated Press
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An Ohio jury has concluded deliberations for the day in the case of a teenager accused of participating in the slayings of three men lured by phony Craigslist job offers…. Read More
Officials Request Public Donations For Hockhocking Adena Bikeway Repairs
Officials are asking the public to help fund repairs on the Hockhocking Adena Bikeway, a 20-mile rail trail that has connected Athens, The Plains and Nelsonville for more than 15… Read More
Some State Lawmakers Seek To Require Insurance Coverage For Autism
By: Michael Locklear
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Ohio lawmakers are again trying to require insurance coverage for autism. Dozens of bipartisan legislators are sponsoring bills in both chambers meant to ease the financial burden on parents who… Read More
Cemetery History Focus Of Weekend Tour
By: WOUB Staff Writer
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The third annual Tombstone Travels festival this Saturday will bring the history of Logan to life in the town's oldest cemetery. One of the storytellers, Rick Webb assumes the character… Read More
Athens County EMA Gears Up for Halloween
By: Fred Kight
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The Athens County Emergency Management Agency is on the air in Athens this weekend. Working in cooperation with the City of Athens and the Athens County Public Information Officers Network,… Read More
Afternoon Audio Update For October 26
Next week marks the anniversary of an historic area tragedy. An important Ohio ballot issue is getting considerable attention. Details in your afternoon update.
Muskingum Co. Responders Honored For Exotic Animal Escape
By: Fred Kight
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Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine honored more than 100 law enforcement officers, dispatchers, prosecutors, and clerks for their outstanding efforts to protect Ohioans and save lives in a ceremony Friday…. Read More
Ohio No. 38 in Initial AP Poll
Ohio was ranked 38th in the first AP Poll of the season Friday. The Bobcats are tied with Georgetown and New Mexico with nine points in the initial poll. Ohio… Read More
Historical Society Marks Mine Disaster Anniversary
By: Taylor Pool
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The anniversary of the Millfield Mine disaster is quickly approaching, and the Athens County Historical Society and Museum will present a commemoration of the event in early November. That day… Read More
Live Music, Social Media Featured At 2012 Athens Halloween
By: Elliot Nicolson
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The annual Athens Halloween Block Party returns to Court Street this weekend, which means the usual live music and costumed revelers, as well as road closings, various safety issues and… Read More
Charges Dismissed in Lucas Assault Case
Charges filed against Ohio offensive lineman Mike Lucas after his Oct. 14 arrest have been dismissed, according to the Athens County Municipal Court website. Lucas faced Felony 2 assault charges… Read More
Major Line Break Affects Nelsonville Water Service
By: Fred Kight
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Nelsonville residents are advised to use caution following a major water line break at the city's water plant. According to a news release, crews are working on repairs. Areas of… Read More
Two Crucial Matches in Ohio’s Final Homestand
By: Nathan Takitch
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Ohio volleyball (14-8, 9-1 MAC) will play its two most important matches to date when rival Miami and MAC leader Bowling Green visit Athens Friday and Saturday night. The Bobcats… Read More
MAC Volleyball Update
Ohio volleyball enters the sixth weekend of MAC play with Miami and Bowling Green coming to the Convo. The MAC race is heating up and the standings are getting interesting…. Read More
Pumpkin Butterscotch Cookies
By: Ann Kyle
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Witches and Bats and Frankenstein…OH MY! Halloween parades, costume parties and trick-or-treat are hauntingly popping up and the Goblins are hungry! How in the fright do you feed them? I… Read More
Deliberations Start In Craigslist Case
By: Associated Press
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UPDATE 9:40 A.M. An Ohio jury has resumed deliberations in the case of a teenager accused of participating in the slayings of three men lured by phony Craigslist job offers…. Read More
Jail Rate Change To Save WV $500,000+
By: WOUB Contributing Writer
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The West Virginia Regional Jail Board approved a 55-cent reduction in the rate charged to counties for housing a prisoner in the state's regional jails. The rate changes was approved… Read More
Morning Update For October 26
A Parkersburg police officer was charged with a DUI in August. A former superintendent is now sitting in as interim. Details in your morning update.