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Vikings Ousted From Playoffs By Fairland
By: Jerry Kirven
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With time expiring in Thursday’s Division II district semifinal, Vinton County Head Coach Matt Combs looked at the ground, then the clock and then finally at his seniors on the… Read More
Lady Wildcats Shut Down Glenwood To Win District Title
By: Jacob Murray
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With only three seconds left in the first quarter, the Waterford Lady Wildcats already held a commanding lead over the Glenwood Lady Tigers, but they weren’t done in the quarter… Read More
Ohio Colleges, Universities Pledge To Protect Protesting Students’ Admissions
By: Ashton Marra | StateImpact Ohio
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At least 14 Ohio colleges and universities have joined with more than 200 of their counterparts nationally, vowing to defend the admissions of students who are disciplined for participating in… Read More
3 Ways To Elevate The Debate About Guns
By: Tania Lombrozo | NPR
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Understanding the authority of science means, when it comes to factual claims, intuitions and gut feelings won’t cut it — whichever side of the political aisle they come from, says Tania Lombrozo.
Senate Majority in West Virginia Rejects Quick Vote on Raises for Public Employees
By: Associated Press
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CHARLESTON, W. Va. (AP) — The West Virginia Senate has voted 20-14 against immediately considering legislation that would provide a 5 percent pay raise to teachers – a key part… Read More
Putin Says Russia Has New Nuclear Weapons That Can’t Be Intercepted
By: Laurel Wamsley | NPR
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The weapons include cruise missiles, nuclear-powered underwater drones and a new hypersonic missile. Putin warned that any use of nuclear weapons against Russia or its allies would trigger a response.
Kasich Proposes ‘Red Flag’ Law, Other Gun Changes in State
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – Republican Gov. John Kasich is advocating a “red flag” gun law for Ohio, a ban on armor-piercing ammunition and other consensus policy positions he says could… Read More
DACO to Host Acclaimed Artist for Live Portraiture Event March 11
Yan Sun, Distinguished Professor of Fine Art, Chairman of the Art Department and Director of the Gallery at Muskingum University, will paint the Ohio Teacher of the Year, Jonathan Juravich,… Read More
Second Round of NMF ’18 Acts Announced
The second round of acts for the 2018 Nelsonville Music Festival have been announced! They are: Michael Hurley, Justin Gordon, Bill McKay, Haley Heynderickx, Michael Nau, The Weather Station, Bedouine,… Read More
Kasich Set to Discuss Consensus Gun Policy Proposals
By: Associated Press
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – Gov. John Kasich is ready to announce a series of consensus policy positions on guns that he hopes to see resonate nationally. The Republican governor has… Read More
Lone Senior Taylor Agler Honored With Others on Special Night
By: Connor Kurek
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Taylor Agler, number 0, doesn’t like being the center of attention. That may seem contradictory when she’s a starting guard for the Lady Cats, leads the team in assists (129),… Read More
Help On Tap For Troubled Water System In Coal Country
By: Benny Becker | Ohio Valley ReSource
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A water system in eastern Kentucky that was on the verge of collapse could soon get much needed improvements. Many Martin County, Kentucky, residents were without water for long periods… Read More
Today’s Athens Fests Calmer Than in Past Years
By: Brook Endale
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This weekend kicks off fest season in Athens with Milliron Fest beginning Friday followed by Mill Fest on Saturday. Fest season has grown to be a long standing annual tradition in… Read More
Bob Boilen, Valerie June, Julie Byrne, River Whyless to Visit OU April 13
The Ohio University Scripps College of Communication, in partnership with the Ohio University Performing Arts & Concert Series, the School of Media Arts & Studies, the E.W. Scripps School of… Read More
OU Division of Theater Presents ‘The Government Inspector’ Opening March 1
By: Natalie Colarossi
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Ohio University’s Theater Division in the school of dance, film, and theatre will be presenting its third production of the 2017-18 school year with The Government Inspector. The show will… Read More
West Virginia Film Being Screened At Marshall
By: Associated Press
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HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (AP) – A film about growing up in West Virginia will be screened this month at Marshall University. The showing of “Meadow Bridge” is set for 7 p.m…. Read More
Kentucky Could Tax Opioids To Close Budget Gap
By: Associated Press
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) – Kentucky could become the first state in the country to tax opioid prescription painkillers under a proposal intended to generate more revenue for a state struggling… Read More
West Virginia House Approves Bigger Teacher Pay Raises
By: Associated Press
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) – The West Virginia House has voted 98-1 to provide average 5 percent pay raises to teachers, school service personnel and state troopers in the coming year…. Read More
Son Of GOP’s Mike DeWine Bows Out Of Governor’s Race Dispute
By: Associated Press
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – Ohio Supreme Court Justice Pat DeWine has recused himself from hearing a would-be gubernatorial candidate’s lawsuit challenging his disqualification from the ballot. DeWine filed his recusal… Read More
Waterford Avoids Symmes Valley Upset Bid In Overtime
By: Jerry Kirven
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Waterford Guard Bryce Hilverding laid out on the hardwood with his face tucked into his folded arms as the Wildcats game-winning layup attempt rimmed out of the basket. After a… Read More