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Bobcats Rout Iona 89-65
By: Joey Madore
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The Ohio Bobcats (4-2) came into the game Tuesday night with a perfect 3-0 record at the Convocation Center. They had to beat a tough Iona Gaels team to keep… Read More

Buzzer Beater Seals Perfect Start For Lady Tomcats
By: Ryan Kincaid
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‘Play to the buzzer’ was the attitude of the Trimble Lady Tomcats as they fought an eight-point deficit in the fourth quarter to Wellston. The Lady Golden Rockets challenged Trimble… Read More

Stephen Hillenburg, Creator Of ‘SpongeBob SquarePants,’ Has Died At 57
By: Merrit Kennedy | NPR
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The underwater world of Bikini Bottom, where the action takes place, reflects Hillenburg’s deep interest in marine life. The show has been highly successful over nearly 20 years.

Athens Bulldogs Football: Head coach Ryan Adams calls it a career after 10 seasons
By: Thomas Garverick
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ATHENS, Oh – After 10 years of leading the Athens Bulldogs every Friday night, head coach Ryan Adams has taken off the headset for the last time. Adams announced during… Read More

Trump Administration Threatens To Withhold Subsidies From GM
By: Scott Horsley | NPR
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Angered by General Motors’ decision to idle plants and lay off thousands of workers, the Trump administration threatened to retaliate by withholding federal subsidies for the company’s cars.

WLCI and Blackout Present Benefest 2018 Nov. 29-Dec. 1
By: Emily Votaw
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Hocking College Radio (WLCI) and Blackout Booking have teamed up once again to present three days of rock ‘n’ roll and goodwill, an endeavor known as Benefest. The event will… Read More

Columbus Poets Set to ‘Rock the House’ at Dairy Barn Arts Center Nov. 30
On November 30, 2018, the Dairy Barn Arts Center is throwing open its doors to welcome long-time friends Sandy Feen, Rikki Santer, and Chuck Salmons, who in 2017 formed a… Read More

FACT CHECK: What’s Happening On The U.S.-Mexico Border?
By: Camila Domonoske | Richard Gonzales | NPR
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On Sunday, U.S. agents fired tear gas at migrants trying to cross into San Diego from Tijuana, Mexico. The migrants were protesting the slow pace with which the U.S. has been processing asylum claims.

We’re Living Longer … But A Medical Journal Sees Many Causes For Alarm
By: Joanne Silberner I NPR
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Life expectancy is up. The death rate for young children is down. So why is Dr. Richard Horton, editor of ‘The Lancet,’ worried about global health?

Watch: One Of Four In Ohio Family Murders Arraigned
By: Associated Press
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WAVERLY, Ohio (AP) — The first of four family members charged with killing eight people from another Ohio family has pleaded not guilty to aggravated murder and other charges in… Read More

Former Glouster Priest Sentenced To 12 Years For Sexual Battery
By: Susan Tebben
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ATHENS – A former Glouster Catholic priest has been sentenced to more than a decade in prison for sexual crimes against a minor female and member of his church. Henry… Read More

Police Identify Victim And Suspect In Sunday Shooting
By: WOUB News Team
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UPDATE (11 p.m.): Michael Allen Russell was taken into custody tonight in The Plains. Russell was being sought in connection with the shooting death of Charles Duncan, Sr., on West… Read More

Kasich Says There Are Options For Lordstown Plant
By: Karen Kasler | Statehouse News Bureau
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Gov. John Kasich says he’ll be talking to General Motors about its decision to shut down the assembly plant in Lordstown, potentially putting 1500 people out of work. But he’s… Read More

Kasich “Seriously Considering” Another Run For President
By: Karen Kasler | Statehouse News Bureau
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Gov. John Kasich says he’s seriously considering another run for president, the strongest suggestion yet that he might try another campaign. Kasich said he’s really unhappy with what he sees… Read More

Pipeline Company to Pay $122K for Environmental Violations
By: Associated Press
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) – A company building a natural gas pipeline in West Virginia has agreed to pay $122,350 for environmental violations. The Charleston Gazette-Mail cited a consent order made… Read More

New Online Business Portal Now Available in West Virginia
By: Associated Press
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) – The West Virginia secretary of state’s office is now offering a new portal for businesses to complete filing requirements. The website can be used by people… Read More

WV Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to Gov’s Residency
By: Associated Press
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) – The West Virginia Supreme Court has rejected a lawmaker’s effort to force Gov. Jim Justice to live in Charleston. The court earlier this month voted 4-0… Read More

Ohio Lawmakers Consider Changing How State Funds Online Schools
By: Associated Press
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – A legislative committee tasked with figuring out a better way for Ohio to fund online charter schools has started its work and is scheduled to hear… Read More

Marshall Grant to Help Children Affected by Opioid Epidemic
By: Associated Press
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HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (AP) – Marshall University has been awarded a federal grant to help children affected by the opioid epidemic. The Department of Justice awarded the West Virginia school’s Department… Read More

Lady Bulldogs Pick up First Win of the Season
The Athens Lady Bulldogs overcame the New Lexington Lady Panthers 51-46 during their Monday night matchup. From the tip, Athens seemed to be in control. Athens’ on-ball pressure forced New… Read More

Lady Spartans Work Ethic Pays Off Against Federal Hocking
The Federal Hocking Lady Lancers dominated the first half with their aggressive work ethic and finishing several crucial outside shots, yet could not pull out a win over the Alexander… Read More

Lady Marauders Blow Out Lady Tornadoes in Season Opener
By: David Butz
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The Meigs Lady Marauders opened their season in convincing fashion against the Southern Lady Tornadoes. With a dominating 90-24 victory, head coach Jarrod Kasun has to be pleased with the… Read More