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Waterford Dominates on Wahama’s Floor
By: Alex Harrison
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Undefeated and state No. 1 Waterford (13-0, 11-0) rolled into Mason and worked easily against the winless Wahama Lady White Falcons (0-11, 0-10), winning 67-12. Waterford had no problem working quickly… Read More

Lady Buckeyes Dominate Vinton County
By: Justin Holbrock
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After breaking every huddle, the Nelsonville-York Lady Buckeyes say one word before heading on to the court. “Together.” And that’s exactly how they played against Vinton County at home on… Read More

Lady Spartans Run Away From Meigs During the Second Half
By: Chloe Szakovits
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After a slow first half, the Alexander Lady Spartans picked up momentum in the second half, defeating the Lady Marauders 49-26. Alexander struggled with shooting in the first half, but opened… Read More

Rebounds Take Control to put Trimble over Federal Hocking
By: Steven Hernandez
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Backed by a powerful front and a pressing defense, the Trimble Lady Tomcats kept the Federal Hocking Lady Lancers from any proper production, keeping Trimble in a double-digit lead throughout… Read More

Lady Eagles Use First Half Push Over Miller
By: Taylor Nimmo
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In the first half of Thursday’s matchup, the Eastern Lady Eagles outscored the Miller Lady Falcons 33-14, but a sloppy second half allowed Miller to give Eastern a run for… Read More

Weather Rollercoaster Ride for Ohio, More On The Way
Athens, OH – After experiencing a warmer December than usual in Ohio which broke several records, cold temperatures have finally arrived, but they may not be here to stay. According to Nate… Read More

Athens PD Investigates Two Violent Assaults
By: WOUB Staff reports
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The Athens Police Department released a sketch of a suspect they believe was involved in two violent assaults in nine years in Athens. The male is suspected in two sexual… Read More

Ohio Sees Fewest Unemployment Benefits Claims in Decades
By: Associated Press
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – New state data shows the number of unemployment benefits claims filed in Ohio last year was the lowest since 1973. The Columbus Dispatch reports just under… Read More

Ohio Wrestling Hosts Kent State in “The Grudge Match”
By: Tony Heim
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“The Grudge Match” returns to Athens this Friday as Ohio (5-2, 1-2) will take on Kent State (8-3, 1-1) for only the second time in the last 12 years. Last year’s… Read More

At The Line
By: Andrew Hohman
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A breakdown of the Ohio Women’s Basketball team from the free throw line: Despite the preparation and routine put in to each free throw, the Bobcats consistently struggle from 15-foot,… Read More

New Kennedy Museum Exhibit Reveals “Hidden Mother”
UPDATE: The exhibition opening reception and curator walk scheduled for Friday, Feb. 12 has been canceled. A special event for the exhibition will be announced soon. The Kennedy Museum of… Read More

Governor’s Budget Suggests Hikes On Tobacco, Phone Taxes
By: Associated Press
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) – Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin has proposed addressing budget woes by raising taxes on tobacco products, taxing phone usage and using state reserves. In a briefing Wednesday,… Read More

Ohio Police Training Panel Reviews Tougher Entry Standards
By: Associated Press
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LONDON, Ohio (AP) – Ohio’s police training commission is considering beefed up standards that prospective police officers must meet before they undertake their initial training. Among the topics before the… Read More

W.Va. State of the State Addresses Coal Communities, Budget
By: Associated Press
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) – Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin used his last State of the State address to call for reinvestment in West Virginia’s ravaged coal communities. The Democrat’s speech Wednesday… Read More

Ohio House Leader to Name Task Force on Medical Marijuana
By: Associated Press
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – The leader of the Ohio House plans to name a bipartisan task force to review the issue of medical marijuana. State lawmakers have been examining potential… Read More

Fired Ohio State Band Director’s Lawyers Ask Out of 2nd Case
By: Associated Press
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – A second lawsuit by Ohio State University’s fired marching band director is being affected by his financial troubles. Jonathan Waters’ lawyers asked the Ohio Court of… Read More

Federal Hocking Breaks Down During Fourth Quarter
By: Erik Threet
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After being outscored 20-10 in the fourth and failing to execute its game plan, Federal Hocking fell to Miller in 59-50 deficit. Senior guard A.J. Cobb exploded out of the… Read More