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Vinton County Has No Problem with Marietta
By: Tyler Corbit
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Over the past few seasons it feels as though the Convocation Center at Ohio University has become Vinton County’s second home. The Vikings are once again Convo bound after they defeated the Marietta Tigers 75-62. The path back to the Convo got off to a fast start as Vinton County jumped out to an early… Read More
Strong Offense Allows Ohio to Beat Miami
By: Joe Cooke
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Ohio once again came away victorious in the ‘Battle of the Bricks,’ topping Miami 77-63. Today’s win meant even more to Ohio than just beating its rival. Ohio (19-8, 10-6) ended their three-game losing streak during a time of the season when wins and loses make a difference in their seeding for the Mid-American Conference… Read More
Meigs Marauders One and Done Against Fairfield Union
By: Joseph Hennessy
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The Meigs Marauders went one and done against the number two-seeded Fairfield Union Falcons 62-53 on Feb. 25. A big game from junior Christian Mattox and play off the bench from freshman Weston Baer just was not enough for the Marauders to get the win. The first quarter was a battle back and forth. Not… Read More
Waterford Defeats Fairfield, Continues Tournament Streak
By: Alex Harrison
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Alli Kern stood under the basket and shot. The ball clanked off the rim and Kern snagged the offensive rebound. Repeat and repeat before Kern finally made the ball through the hoop. Waterford defeated Fairfield 46-17 Saturday, but those missed shots came plenty in what may have been one of the worst games Waterford has… Read More
Alexander Lady Spartans Advance to District Championship
By: Maggie Shandrick
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The one-seeded Alexander Lady Spartans kept their playoff run alive Saturday afternoon in a 50 to 36 victory over the Minford Lady Falcons, advancing to the district championship. Alexander jumped out in front from the beginning and held an early 10-point lead entering the second quarter, only allowing Minford to score one bucket in the… Read More
Belpre Falls to South Webster Lady Jeeps
By: Alex Harrison
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South Webster and Belpre should open a bakery after Saturday’s matchup. Their specialty? Turnovers. The Lady Jeeps and the Lady Golden Eagles combined for a whopping 45 turnovers. Belpre turned the ball over 23 times and South Webster was just behind with 22. They combined for 21 alone in the first quarter. South Webster was… Read More
Ohio Theme Park Sets Seasonal Job Fair for March 4
By: Associated Press
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MASON, Ohio (AP) — A southwest Ohio theme park plans a March 4 job fair as it seeks to fill some 4,200 seasonal positions for the 2017 season. Kings Island opens April 15. Job opportunities are in a range of areas including rides, lifeguards, entertainment and security. Those interested should be at least 16 years… Read More
Flu Outbreak on the Rise in West Virginia
By: Associated Press
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia’s health officer says the flu outbreak has increased statewide and is expected to peak in a few weeks. Dr. Rahul Gupta, state health officer and commissioner of the Bureau for Public Health, says flu activity is widespread in the state. The Charleston Gazette-Mail reports the Department of Health and… Read More
Ohio Regulators Propose Strict Limits for Medical Pot Supply
By: Associated Press
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio’s proposed restrictions on how much medical marijuana a patient could buy would be among the nation’s strictest. Under Ohio’s medical marijuana law, patients with 20 medical conditions can buy and use marijuana if recommended by a doctor. The program is slated to become operational in September 2018. Cleveland.com reports the… Read More
Ohio University Administration Reaffirms Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
By: WOUB Staff Writer
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ATHENS, Ohio — Administrators at Ohio University have reaffirmed their commitment to diversity and inclusion in response to the U.S. Department of Education and the U.S. Department of Justice revoking previous policy on protecting the rights of students to use the bathroom consistent with their gender identity. Interim President David Descutner, Executive Vice President and Provost… Read More
Ohio Faces a Must-Win Situation Against Undermatched Miami
By: John Jarosik
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Ohio begins their three-game homestand in another ‘Battle of the Bricks’ quarrel, as they face conference rival Miami (OH) Saturday. This rivalry is the least of Ohio’s concerns at the moment. The Bobcats look to get back on track late in the season by ending its three-game losing streak. This is a must-win game for Ohio if… Read More