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Former UNM President Talks Goals For OU During Third Presidential Forum
By: Aaron Payne
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ATHENS, Ohio — The former president of the University of Mexico said he would focus on improving retention rates, corporate partnerships and pushing the university’s brand if selected to serve… Read More
Ross Reviewed: Trump’s Choice For Commerce Left Mixed Legacy In Ohio Valley
By: Glynis Board | Ohio Valley ReSource
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The billionaire Wilbur Ross is headed for Senate confirmation hearings as President-elect Donald Trump’s choice for secretary of the Department of Commerce. Ross made it to ultra-rich status in part… Read More
West Virginia County Among Those Urged To Sue Drug Companies
By: Associated Press
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HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (AP) – The Cabell County Commission is considering whether to seek damages from opioid manufacturers, wholesalers, pharmacies, pharmacists and prescribing doctors for the prescription painkillers that fueled the… Read More
Ex-Paintsville Mayor Sentenced To Prison For Theft, Bribery
By: Associated Press
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PAINTSVILLE, Ky. (AP) – A former eastern Kentucky mayor has been sentenced to four years in prison after being found guilty of theft of federal funds, aiding and abetting and… Read More
Justice Taps Consultant, Former State BOE Member To Run 2 Agencies
By: Associated Press
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) – Gov.-elect Jim Justice has chosen an energy industry consultant to head West Virginia’s Department of Environmental Protection and U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin’s wife to head his… Read More
Ohio Hockey Gets Second Half Underway
By: Robbie Dipaola
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School is officially back in session at Ohio University and with the beginning of the spring semester also means that the 3rd-ranked Ohio Bobcats will play in their first weekend… Read More
Rollin’ On the River: A Talk With Mudbone
By: Bryan Gibson
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After I popped Mudbone’s Rivers & Roads, Part One in my CD player (yes, I still play those shiny discs), I spent some time trying to figure it out. Is… Read More
You Can Now Enter The 2017 Tiny Desk Contest
By Bob Boilen / NPR The 2017 Tiny Desk Contest is now open! Starting today, I’ll be watching your videos in search of the next great undiscovered artist to play… Read More
A Lifetime of Music: A Chitchat With Rhonda Vincent
By: Emily Votaw
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This Sunday, the one of the most accolade-laden acts in all of bluegrass is headed back to Stuart’s Opera House for a special musical matinee kicking off at 3 p.m.:… Read More
Study: Earning A Living Harder For Millennials
By: Associated Press
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A new analysis finds that millennials are less well off financially than their Baby Boomer parents. The advocacy group Young Invincibles looked at Federal Reserve data and found that with a… Read More
First Year OHIO Graduate Students Showcase Work In “From There To Here”
The School of Art and Design presents an exhibition of the first-year graduate students who have recently finished their first semester at Ohio University. “From There to Here” will be on… Read More
Grocery Shopping Online Begins in WV
By: Associated Press
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BARBOURSVILLE, W.Va. (AP) – The Kroger grocery chain says it has begun online ordering in West Virginia at its market in Barboursville. Customers can order groceries by computer or mobile… Read More
Ohio University’s School Of Music Celebrates 100 Years In 2017
The Ohio University School of Music is excited to to celebrate its 100th anniversary with a yea’s worth of events sure to make 2017 an exciting and memorable year for… Read More
Conference to Focus on West Virginia Flood Recovery Efforts
By: Associated Press
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Update 2:00 p.m. HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (AP) – West Virginia Gov.-elect Jim Justice has told a conference focused on long-term recovery from last summer’s devastating flooding that he plans to restore… Read More
Lady Wildcats Take Top Spot in AP Polls
By: Justin Cudahy
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As the season hits the halfway mark, the Waterford Lady Wildcats were voted as one of two teams to be ranked #1 team in Division IV basketball in the poll… Read More
Parker Millsap To Perform At Ohio University Lancaster
The Covered Bridge Music Series is pleased to present a live music performance by Americana singer-songwriter Parker Millsap starting at 8 p.m., Saturday April 8 at Ohio University Lancaster’s Wagner Theatre. At only… Read More
Stuart’s Opera House Hosts Steve Gunn, Lee Ranaldo and Meg Baird
Stuart’s Opera House in Nelsonville will host an evening of music with solo performances from Steve Gunn and Lee Ranaldo, with Meg Baird opening the show on Wednesday, Jan. 18… Read More
Kasich Outlines 2017 Vision In Face Of Budget Shortfall
By: Associated Press
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – Gov. John Kasich says he is creating a position for a chief innovation officer to pursue and oversee developments in emerging technologies, such as education technology,… Read More
Ohio Hunters Take Nearly 16,000 Deer In Muzzleloader Season
By: Associated Press
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – The state says hunters took nearly 16,000 deer during Ohio’s four-day muzzleloader season this month. The Department of Natural Resources says over 15,800 deer were checked… Read More
Kent State Shooting Site Among 3 New Ohio Historic Landmarks
By: Associated Press
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GREENHILLS, Ohio (AP) – The site where the Ohio National Guard shot and killed four Kent State University students during a protest on May 4, 1970, is among three new… Read More
Funeral Expenses Sought For Woman Killed In Ohio Massacre
By: Associated Press
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – The state is reviewing a request to help pay for the funeral of a woman killed in last year’s southern Ohio massacre of eight people. The… Read More