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Lady Tomcats Roll Past Green
By: David Michael, Nick Niehaus
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The Trimble Lady Tomcats easily handled the Green Lady Bobcats Wednesday night with a dominating 45-point victory. The Lady Tomcats forced six straight Green turnovers, which allowed Trimble to jump to a quick 18-0 run to start the game. The team also had another 17-2 run in the second quarter. The scoring drives helped the Lady… Read More
Residents Try to Develop New Waste Reduction Strategies
By: Associated Press
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) – Louisville officials are asking residents to help it develop a strategy for reusing goods and materials in an effort to reduce reliance on landfills. A statement from the Metro Public Works department says citizens are invited to meet with businesses and organizations on Feb. 16 for the kickoff of the Reuse… Read More
WVa gov: Likely no State Carbon Plan until after Court Cases
By: Associated Press
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) – Democratic Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin doesn’t expect West Virginia to submit compliance plans for carbon emissions standards from coal-fired power plants while the federal regulation remains in court proceedings. On Tuesday, the Supreme Court agreed to halt enforcement of President Obama’s sweeping plan to address climate change until after legal challenges… Read More
Cancelled Games Feb. 10
By: Griffin Ratcliffe
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The following games are cancelled or postponed: Meigs vs. Vinton County scheduled for tonight is rescheduled for Saturday night. Vinton County vs. Maysville schedule for Saturday is cancelled. Eastern vs. Federal Hocking is cancelled. Stay locked in for more coverage of TVC Basketball.
Kentucky May Need More Time This Year To Process Refunds
By: Associated Press
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) – Kentuckians might have to wait a bit longer for their state income tax refunds this year. The Kentucky Department of Revenue said Tuesday it might take longer to process refunds due to enhanced security features and fraud analysis tools. The agency says refunds might take up to 21 days longer for… Read More
Cop Fired After 137-Shot Barrage Says He Wants Back In Force
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CLEVELAND (AP) – A Cleveland police officer fired after a high-speed chase led to a 137-shot barrage that killed two unarmed black people says he wants to return to the force. Six police officers were fired last month following the November 2012 chase and shooting. The chase began when officers mistook a car backfiring for… Read More
The Latest: Ohio Has 2 Zika Virus Cases In Visitors To Haiti
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CLEVELAND (AP) – Health officials say Ohio has a second Zika virus case, involving a 21-year-old Stark County man who traveled to Haiti. The announcement Tuesday came hours after the Ohio Department of Health reported the first case, involving a 30-year-old Cleveland woman who also visited Haiti. The department says the cases are among more than… Read More
Ohio Gov. John Kasich Bringing His Momentum from New Hampshire to South Carolina
By: Associated Press
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MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (AP) – Ohio Gov. John Kasich is bringing his momentum from New Hampshire to South Carolina this week ahead of this weekend’s debate. On Wednesday, the Republican presidential hopeful is holding a town hall meeting at Finn’s Brick Oven in Mount Pleasant. Later in the day, he’s participating in a veterans jobs… Read More
Bill Makes Ohio Requirement of Presentence Report Optional
By: Associated Press
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – Ohio Senate lawmakers are considering a bill aimed at saving money and the amount of time some inmates spend in jail before sentencing. The bill makes the preparation of a presentence report optional if both the prosecution and defense agree. Supporters say preparing a report can cost up to $800 and… Read More
Vote of ‘No Confidence’ Taken Against Hocking College President
By: Susan Tebben
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Hocking College’s faculty and professional staff presented a 92 percent vote of “no confidence” in the leadership of the college’s president and vice president of academic and student affairs, but board members put their support behind the leadership Tuesday night. At Tuesday night’s regular meeting of the Hocking College Board of Trustees, Chairman Tom Johnson announced… Read More
8 Tips for Inspiring Employee Engagement
By: Beverly Jones
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It’s well understood that upbeat and highly motivated employees achieve more than their negative, disgruntled peers. Recognizing the link between attitude and job performance, human resources experts used to talk a lot about the need to enhance “employee morale” and build “job satisfaction.” In recent years, however, the buzz has been all about increasing productivity… Read More
Bill to Divert Planned Parenthood Funds Nears Kasich’s Desk
By: Associated Press
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – Ohio Gov. John Kasich (KAY-sik) is getting a well-timed opportunity to sign a bill stripping government money from Planned Parenthood. The Ohio House is poised to clear the bill Wednesday, sending it to the Republican presidential contender for his expected signature. Such a move might help Kasich with conservatives who dominate… Read More
Kentucky May Need More Time This Year to Process Refunds
By: Associated Press
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) – Kentuckians might have to wait a bit longer for their state income tax refunds this year. The Kentucky Department of Revenue said Tuesday it might take longer to process refunds due to enhanced security features and fraud analysis tools. The agency says refunds might take up to 21 days longer for… Read More
Bill Makes Ohio Requirement of Presentence Report Optional
By: Associated Press
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – Ohio Senate lawmakers are considering a bill aimed at saving money and the amount of time some inmates spend in jail before sentencing. The bill makes the preparation of a presentence report optional if both the prosecution and defense agree. Supporters say preparing a report can cost up to $800 and… Read More
Ohio Bill Lowers Amount of Heroin Needed for Maximum Penalty
By: Associated Press
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – The amount of heroin found in a person’s possession that would trigger maximum punishment under state law would be decreased under a bill in the Ohio Legislature. The proposal decreases the amount from 250 grams to 100 grams, which includes a maximum prison sentence of up to 11 years if convicted… Read More
Ohio Report Cards to Reflect Students Who Opted Out of Tests
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – Ohio education officials say district performance ratings for last year will reflect the impact of students who opted out of high-stakes standardized testing. The Department of Education said Tuesday that district report cards for 2014-15 won’t count the missed tests against schools and districts. The change will apply for just one… Read More
Big Nights From Kaminsky and Campbell Give Ohio Win over Ball State
By: Blake Baker
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Critical plays at critical moments helped Ohio hold onto a 72-69 victory over Ball State Tuesday night. With about a minute to go, Kenny Kaminski hit a 3-pointer to give the ‘Cats a three-point lead, and Treg Setty’s jumper found the bottom of the net with 15 seconds to play to seal it for Ohio…. Read More