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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 as the Black Falcon’s struggled with encroachment calls twice on their first drive. It was when Big Red’s quarterback Aaron Roberts tossed up a pass… 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 remaining in the fourth quarter, Jackson took the lead for the first time all game. Their 27-23 lead was quickly erased when the Ironmen fumbled… 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 the second consecutive season as well. The Bulldogs were ranked fourth in OHSAA Division III, Region 12 entering Friday's game. Athens has won nine straight… 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 Portsmouth 0 Chillicothe 63 Jackson 27 Gallia Academy 30 Logan 8 Warren 49 TVC-Hocking Belpre 27 Waterford 0 Federal Hocking 8… 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 by going on a 7-0 run. Kelly Lamberti led this run as the server. Although it looked like Ohio was going cruise to easy 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 with Ohio over other offers from Buffalo, Akron and Navy. “I liked the atmosphere, the campus is pretty nice,” Brown said in an interview with… 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 David Williams will end his legislative career to take a judicial position offered to him. Details in your evening audio update.

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. Prosecutors have portrayed defendant Brogan Rafferty as a full accomplice in the crimes, while his defense attorney argues he was a scared child stuck in… 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 years. “We’ve had roots grow underneath the path and push up the pavement, cracks, drainage problems and erosion from the Hocking River. It’s slowly starting… 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 have children with autism. Ohio would be the 33rd state to require insurance coverage for the disorders in the autism spectrum. “There are a lot… Read More