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In 2020, Some Americans Will Vote On Their Phones. Is That The Future?
By: Miles Parks | NPR
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Despite unanswered questions about security and transparency, mobile voting pilots aimed at overseas and military voters move forward in a number of states.
GM Selling Shuttered Ohio Factory to Electric Truck Maker
By: Associated Press
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TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) – A newly formed company led by the founder of an upstart electric truck maker is buying a former General Motors assembly plant in Ohio that shut… Read More
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What Can Be Saved?: Wild River
By: Associated Press
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One of Europe’s last wild rivers is under threat from development. Albania’s government has set in motion plans to dam the Vjosa River to generate much-needed electricity for one of… Read More
This Week On Radio Free Athens: November 9, 2019
Every weekend local music geeks unite to provide the region with 11 hours of creatively curated tunes on WOUB 1340AM, an endeavor that is known commonly as Radio Free Athens!… Read More
China Jails 9 In Fentanyl Trafficking Case That Began With A U.S. Tip
By: Bill Chappell | NPR
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The traffickers were caught with 11.9 kilograms of fentanyl — enough to kill nearly 6 million people, by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration’s standard.
WATCH What Can Be Saved?: Owl vs Owl (Part 2)
By: Associated Press
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Since 2015, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has killed more than 2,400 Barred Owls in a controversial experiment to stop the Spotted Owls rapid decline. The agency says it’s… Read More
WATCH What Can Be Saved?: Owl vs Owl (Part 1)
By: Associated Press
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In a controversial experiment, the U.S. government is killing one owl species to try to save another. The northern spotted owl population has been on the decline in the Pacific… Read More
“This Game Is All We Need To Focus On Right Now.” Inside One Of Southeastern Ohio’s Biggest Rivalries
By: Nick Henthorn
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Inside the coach’s office at Eastern High School, home of the Eagles, assistants sit on the couches that line the white concrete walls. After a Thursday practice, the room is… Read More
Ohio Woman Dead After Being Hit by Truck in W.Va., Dragged for Miles
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WHEELING, W.Va. (AP) – Authorities in West Virginia say a woman has died after being hit by a truck then dragged under another vehicle for miles. Wheeling Police Department spokesman… Read More
WV Judge Tosses Church Abuse Case, Wants High Court’s Take
By: Associated Press
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) – A West Virginia judge is looking to the state Supreme Court for guidance after dismissing a case that alleges a Catholic diocese and its former bishop… Read More
Kentucky Removes Warning for Ohio River Waters
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) – Kentucky officials have removed a public health advisory for harmful algal blooms along the Ohio River. Kentucky’s Division of Water and Department for Public Health issued… Read More
Ex-school Principal Charged with Sexual Contact with 6 Children in Muskingum Co.
By: Associated Press
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ZANESVILLE, Ohio (AP) – A former Ohio elementary school principal has pleaded not guilty to charges of having sexual contact with six young children. The Zanesville Times Recorder reports 32-year-old… Read More
Despite Bankruptcy And Illness, Bob Murray Remains A Loud Voice For Coal
By: Jeff Brady | NPR
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Bob Murray rose from coal miner to executive and became an influential industry voice. Despite his role in crafting the Trump administration’s pro-coal policies, his own company is bankrupt.
Columbus Punk Rock Headed to Smiling Skull Nov. 16
By: Emily Votaw
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On Saturday, November 16, Columbus-based rowdy rock ‘n’ acts Monahgahide, Hells Fire Sinners, The White Outs, and MethMatics will perform at the Smiling Skull Saloon (108 West Union Street, Athens)…. Read More
Bill Addresses Pensions, Health Care for Miners, Retirees
By: John Raby | AP
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is co-sponsoring a bill with West Virginia’s two U.S. senators and others aimed at preserving the pensions of about 92,000 retired… Read More
Bevin Seeks Vote Recanvass While Beshear Starts Transition
By: Bruce Schriener | AP
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Republican Gov. Matt Bevin said next week’s recanvass of the vote count in Kentucky’s gubernatorial election won’t be his last move in challenging the results, which… Read More
Governor Signs Measure to Strengthen Amusement Ride Safety
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – Gov. Mike DeWine has signed a measure aimed at strengthening Ohio’s amusement ride safety program. The bill signed by the governor on Wednesday seeks to strengthen… Read More
$100M Deposited in Ohio Accounts for Those with Disabilities
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – Contributions to tax-advantaged savings and investment accounts that Ohio offers to eligible children and adults with disabilities have exceeded $100 million. Republican Ohio Treasurer Robert Sprague… Read More
Ohio Governor Signs Repeal of State Sales Tax on Tampons
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has signed into law a measure repealing Ohio’s sales tax on tampons and other feminine hygiene products. The governor signed the measure… Read More
Ohio Senate OKs Abortion Bills on Reversal Info, Infant Care
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – The Republican-led Ohio Senate has passed more abortion-related requirements despite opponents’ criticisms that one of the measures is unnecessary and redundant to existing law and that… Read More
Is networking creepy or critical?
In this episode, we revisit the popular topic of networking. Tom Hodson has a big, diverse network, but is cynical about the verb “to network.” Bev Jones notes research suggesting… Read More
WOUB Launches Online Merchandise Shop
DVDs, coffee mugs, tumblers and tote bags are now available for purchase ATHENS, OH – Looking for the perfect, unique gift this holiday season for that person in your life… Read More
Nature’s Biggest Beasts | NATURE | Premieres Wednesday, November 13 at 8
Nature: Nature’s Biggest Beasts Premieres Wednesday, November 13 at 8 p.m. on PBS, pbs.org/nature and the PBS Video app Being massive can have its advantages, but it brings equally immense… Read More
Episode 084 : “Pika Bunny Says” w/ Wendy Gilhula
The world can be a tricky place to navigate for adults and for kids. Children’s author, Wendy Gilhula is using a special little animal to help kids learn concepts like… Read More
Ohio Football: Bobcats’ Season Dealt Huge Blow in Crushing Loss to Miami
By: Taylor Jedrzejek
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ATHENS, OH — A giant flag emblazoned with a big, red block-M waved in the north end zone of Peden Stadium as the clock hit 0:00. For the second straight… Read More