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Waterford Dominates on Wahama’s Floor
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
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
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
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
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
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
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”
“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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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