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The Journey of Addy Ferguson
By: Andrew Hohman
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It’s a culmination of four years. It ties together 15 years of what started as a fun, summer-time sport but turned into life and always will be. For most seniors, their conference-championship meet is supposed to bring a feeling of accomplishment as everything they did comes together. Ohio’s Addy Ferguson entered her senior season unsure if she’d get to experience… Read More

‘Skimmer Summit’ Brings Awareness About Identity Theft
By: Susan Tebben
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Auditors and inspectors spent Thursday afternoon discussing what they say is a rising problem at the gas pumps, and it has nothing to do with the prices. Rashes of credit card number thefts, called “skimming,” have broken out in the state of Ohio, according to Montgomery County Auditor Karl L. Keith, who led a “skimmer summit”… Read More

Judge in Ohio Won’t Allow Home Detention for Terror Suspect
By: Associated Press
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TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) – A federal judge in Ohio won’t allow home detention for a man accused of helping raise money for a former al-Qaida leader. The judge turned down the request Thursday after Ibrahim Mohammad asked earlier in the week to be released from jail as he awaits trial on charges of supporting terrorism…. Read More

Trimble Season Recap
By: Alex Harrison
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Girls While it may not seem like the best season, the Lady Tomcats, under first year head coach Joe Richards, made major jumps from last season. Trimble finished this season an even 12-12, a jump from the previous 7-15 record. Trimble’s best game of the season was a win over Miller in the middle of January…. Read More

W. Va. Governor Vetoes Concealed Carry Proposal
By: Associated Press
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) – For a second-straight year, West Virginia Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin has vetoed a proposal to let people carry hidden guns without permits or training. The Democrat vetoed the bill over safety concerns from law enforcement. He nixed similar legislation last year. He announced the decision Thursday at a news conference where… Read More

Ohio College has “Launch” of Activities Leading to Debate
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DAYTON, Ohio (AP) – A southwestern Ohio college plans student and community activities building up to hosting the first general election presidential debate. Wright State University held a “debate launch” this week with hundreds of participants at the student union, with speakers outlining plans for pre-debate educational and other efforts. The school is hosting the… Read More

West Virginia Senate Kills Religious Objection Bill
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) – West Virginia senators have killed a religious objections bill that they previously amended. The Republican-led Senate voted down the bill by a 27-7 margin Wednesday. The House previously passed a broader version. Many businesses worried the House bill would sanction discrimination in the name of religion. The bill would let a… Read More

Logan-Hocking Students Become Entrepreneurs Through School Program
By: Tom Hodson
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For the second year, the Logan-Hocking School District has partnered with the Logan-Hocking Chamber of Commerce to sponsor the Logan-Hocking Young Entrepreneurs Academy. The program is designed for students from the 6th through 12th grades to learn how to be entrepreneurs. Last year, eight students completed the program and six are still conducting the businesses… Read More

Protesters Rally as Supreme Court Takes on Texas Abortion Law
The Supreme Court was far from quiet today as protesters arrived bright and early for what’s being called the most important abortion case in decades. Pro-choice protesters made sure their voices were heard from outside the Supreme Court building to the courtroom. Anti-abortion protesters also joined the rally to let their opinions be heard by taping… Read More