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Local television newscasts become more popular as other media sinks in ratings
https://ohio.streamguys1.com/Spectrum/mp3/GrayMedia_220301.mp3 While other news media are fading in popularity, local television news programming is gaining popularity across the country. Newspaper staffs have been gutted and cable and network news… Read More
Beyond The Court: Father-daughter bond extends beyond the living room and onto court
This week’s Beyond The Court takes a look at Alexander star Marlee Grinstead and coach Jeff Grinstead, and their impact together on the court. The father and daughter duo have… Read More
Republican mapmakers reveal their latest attempt at congressional district lines
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — The Republican-drawn district map is the first attempt by the Ohio Redistricting Commission at passing a congressional district plan after the supreme court struck… Read More
Hardwood Heroes — February 27, 2022
Episode 7 of Hardwood Heroes covers all off the latest tournament action in the TVC. We kick off our episode with a look into how the Vinton County Vikings secured… Read More
Two COVID-related deaths have been reported in Athens County, along with 14 new cases for March 1
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County has now had 126 total deaths related to COVID-19 since the beginning of the pandemic after two were added to the total Tuesday. The county… Read More
Southeast Ohio Rallies Around Athens Native Joe Burrow
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) – Pretty much everywhere you look around Athens, a town usually painted green and white, you’ll now see plenty of orange and black. Why? Joe Burrow and… Read More
The challenges Biden faces in his State of the Union address
WASHINGTON, D.C. (NPR) — As President Biden is set to make his first formal State of the Union address Tuesday night, he and the country are facing pressing issues, from… Read More
Ohio University loosens masking requirements after City of Athens indoor mask mandate expires
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Masks will no longer be required in most non-classroom public spaces on Ohio University campuses in counties with low or medium COVID-19 community levels, effective immediately…. Read More
A Townes Van Zandt tribute night is coming to The Union March 5, and it’s benefitting WOUB
WOUB Digital · A Townes Van Zandt tribute night is coming to The Union March 5, and it’s benefitting WOUB On Saturday, March 5, The Union will host a Townes… Read More
Travel through Italy to meet some of the remarkable artisans in “Italy Made with Love” – March 7 at 8 pm
ITALY MADE WITH LOVE Monday, March 7 at 8:00 pm Celebrate the Artisans Who Still Create Remarkable Items By Hand Travel through Italy to meet some of the country’s… Read More
Retired TV News Anchor Frank Robertson credits his career to the unique WOUB experience
Robertson graduated in 1973 ATHENS, OH – When Frank Robertson came to Ohio from New Jersey in 1969 to attend Ohio University, he knew he was interested in broadcasting. But… Read More