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Logan’s Shooting Stars Hit the Mark
By: Blake Baker
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Scott Fickel is an avid archer. He grew up bow hunting, and continues the hobby today. But archery for sport never existed at any school he attended. When Logan joined… Read More
As Payments Go Social With Venmo, They’re Changing Personal Relationships
By: Daniella Cheslow | NPR
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More people are using mobile money apps to pay each other without cash. With Venmo, its social network is a key part of the payment process, and it’s changing people’s behavior in unexpected ways.
Cross Clash Could Change Rules For Separation Of Church And State
By: Nina Totenberg | NPR
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This week, the newly constituted conservative Supreme Court majority will weigh how the federal government should treat religious symbols paid for with taxpayer funds.
Advanced Energy Group Says Revisiting Renewable Standards Creates Uncertainty
By: Andy Chow | Statehouse News Bureau
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Advocates for renewable and alternative energy sources are calling on Ohio lawmakers to create consistency when it comes to the state’s green energy policies. They say Ohio falls behind other… Read More
Democrats Blast DeWine Gas Tax Hike, But He Says It’s Necessary
By: Karen Kasler | Statehouse News Bureau
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Republican Gov. Mike DeWine has found himself in a tough position right at the start of his administration – having to raise a tax that hits most Ohioans. And Democrats… Read More
A New Benefit: Some Companies Help Workers Pay Down Student Loans
By: Yuki Noguchi | NPR
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Some employers are offering benefits that pay down student loans. They say it’s a popular way to recruit younger workers who are struggling with college debt.
Finding the Divine at Melted
By: Emily Votaw
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It’s about 7:30 p.m. on a Sunday night and I’m in church. Leaning against the cool upper walls of the former First Baptist Church in Columbus, to be exact. I’m… Read More
Doc Investigated Over Drug Overdoses Seeks Board Hearing
By: Associated Press
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – An intensive-care doctor accused of ordering painkiller overdoses for dozens of Ohio hospital patients has asked the state’s medical board for a hearing before it decides… Read More
Bill to Restrict Tobacco Use to 21 Fails in Kentucky
By: Associated Press
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) – Lawmakers in one of the largest tobacco-producing states in the country have rejected a proposal that would have raised the smoking age to 21. Senate Bill… Read More
The Gathering Place to Hold Fifth Annual Community Illumination Event Feb. 28
By: Emily Votaw
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On Thursday, February 28 starting at 4:30 p.m., The Gathering Place will hold their fifth annual Community Illumination event, taking place at Central Venue (29 East Carpenter Street, Athens). The… Read More
Man Pleads Guilty to Killing 4 from Family, Including Boy
By: Associated Press
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IRONTON, Ohio (AP) – The suspect in the deadly Ohio shootings of four relatives, including a young boy, and a related non-fatal stabbing has pleaded guilty to aggravated murder and… Read More
W. Va. Hunters Argue Against Guided Bear Hunts, For Buck Limits
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) – West Virginia hunters have protested a bill to allow guided bear hunts and supported lowering the limit on bucks for deer hunters from three to two…. Read More
Radio Free Athens: a Playlist for February 23, 2019
Every weekend volunteer DJs fill the airwaves with their favorite sounds. Check out this playlist curated based on what those volunteer music geeks were spinning this past weekend. This week, enjoy “Dog Eaten”… Read More
Democratic Candidates Make Pitches to Kentucky Party Leaders
By: Associated Press
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) – Three Kentucky Democrats took turns pitching their credentials as the strongest candidate to challenge Republican Gov. Matt Bevin as they appeared before a group of party… Read More
W.Va. Senate Refuses to Immediately Take up Teacher Raises
By: Associated Press
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) – The West Virginia Senate has decided not to immediately consider a bill to raise pay for teachers, school service workers and state police. The Republican-led Senate… Read More
Josh Groban BRIDGES: In Concert from Madison Square Garden | Monday, March 4 at 8 pm
JOSH GROBAN BRIDGES: IN CONCERT FROM MADISON SQUARE GARDEN March 4, 2019 on WOUB – The International Superstar Performs a Selection of New Songs and Classic Favorites with Special Guests… Read More