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Wheelersburg’s perfect season comes to an end in Canton
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CANTON, Ohio (WOUB) — After five long weeks of playoff action, the Wheelersburg Pirates (14-0) traveled to Canton to face the 2023 and 2024 State Runners-Up, Liberty Center Tigers (14-0), in the Div. V State… Read More
Ohio Football defends the Frank in final home game of the season
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — On Tuesday night, Ohio Football (7-4, 5-2 MAC) hosted the newest member of the MAC, UMass (0-11, 0-7 MAC), for their final home game of the… Read More
Budget cuts to a USDA program pose threats to foodbanks, farmers and food processors
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The federal government has cut a half-a-billion-dollar program at the USDA that helps foodbanks make purchases from local farmers and food processors. The end of… Read More
Lady Bulldogs win the TVC-Ohio after dominant defensive showing
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THE PLAINS, Ohio (WOUB) — The Nelsonville-York Lady Buckeyes (7-14, 4-7 TVC-Ohio) traveled down the road to face their neighbors, the Athens Lady Bulldogs (16-4, 10-1 TVC-Ohio), for the final… Read More
Buckeyes score season high in points to grab tenth win of the season
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NELSONVILLE, Ohio (WOUB) — The Nelsonville-York Buckeyes (10-5, 5-2 TVC-Ohio) invited River Valley (1-17, 0-8 TVC-Ohio) into Ben Wagner Gymnasium for their second game against one another. While they only… Read More
Lady Buckeyes outlast Tornadoes after impressive game from the line
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BUCHTEL, Ohio (WOUB) — The Nelsonville-York Lady Buckeyes (4-9, 3-4 TVC-Ohio) hosted the Southern Tornadoes (8-7, 1-5 TVC-Hocking). These cross-conference rivals have not seen each other on the hardwood since… Read More
Athens High School football players have sued the school district over their removal from the team
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Athens, OH (WOUB) – Three Athens High School football players have filed lawsuits against the school district over their suspensions from the team. Two were suspended for drug use and… Read More
Southern Ohio Conference (SOC) II Preview
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Wheelersburg Pirates There are well-rounded teams and then there’s the Wheelersburg Pirates. The reigning SOC champs are looking to continue their dominance this season after graduating six All-Ohio players. Despite… Read More
Nelsonville residents go to court to get an initiative on the ballot to change the city’s government
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Two Nelsonville residents are asking a judge to order city leaders to put an initiative for a new city government on the November ballot. The initiative,… Read More
SOCIL is providing adaptable sports for people with disabilities
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Gage Miller grabs a football off the ground, spins around and hands it off to a friend who tucks it into his lap before wheeling off. … Read More
Attorney aims to appeal conviction by arguing for a more serious charge
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A defense attorney trying to overturn his client’s conviction found himself in the unusual position last week of arguing the evidence at trial pointed to a more… Read More
Judges hear appeal of former Ohio University student’s rape conviction
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A man serving eight years in prison for the rape of a former Ohio University student says his attorney rejected a plea deal without consulting with… Read More
Clearing up the confusion on Ohio’s marijuana laws
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — In Ohio, it’s legal to grow, smoke and eat marijuana. But six months after voters legalized recreational marijuana, it’s still illegal to buy it or sell… Read More
Season Preview: The Wheelersburg Pirates and their tradition of excellence
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WHEELERSBURG, Ohio (WOUB) — The Wheelersburg football program began its tradition of excellence when it first took the field in 1930. Head coach Rob Woodward has been the captain since… Read More
An effort to regulate intoxicating hemp products is stalled in the Ohio Legislature
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Gummy worms, gummy bears and Rice Krispie treats are all notable sweets. Right now, these snacks are being sold as hemp-infused products at your local gas… Read More
Middleport residents worried about public safety after police layoffs
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MIDDLEPORT, Ohio (WOUB) — Middleport residents are concerned about public safety now that its police force has been cut in half. The Village Council held a special meeting Monday… Read More
Clinic provides free legal aid to people looking to clear their criminal records
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MARIETTA, Ohio (WOUB) — Brady Radabaugh would like to adopt a child and start a family. But he can’t. He has a criminal record that will show up in a… Read More
A former Nelsonville City Council member has filed legal action against city officials
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A former Nelsonville City Council member is accusing city officials of conducting public business in private and is demanding release of their conversations. In a legal… Read More
Strouds Run State Park beach will have access for people with mobility disabilities
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A new project at Strouds Run State Park would allow people with mobility disabilities to enjoy one of the park’s most popular attractions. On most summer… Read More
Lawsuit alleges a whistleblower was fired for reporting health care fraud
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A Kentucky man is suing his former employer alleging he was terminated for reporting potentially fraudulent activity against them. Brian Baier was employed as a registered… Read More
Phone scammers are impersonating local police
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Phone scammers are exploiting locals by disguising themselves as the police. The Athens Police Department reported the callers used the identities of officers and told people… Read More
Athens County seat belt violations exceed all neighboring counties
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County exceeds all six of its neighboring counties in reported seat belt violations. According to reports from the State Highway Patrol, Athens County had over… Read More
Ohio secures nail-biter victory over Western Michigan
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Ohio (9-17, 6-9 MAC) welcomed Western Michigan (12-14, 7-8 MAC) into the Convo on Wednesday night and defended home court in a nail-biter, winning 67-64. The… Read More
The Lavy Legacy
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Airah and Gavin Lavy are two siblings that share both the halls and basketball courts of Nelsonville-York High School. Airah, the school’s all-time leading scorer with 1,532 points and counting,… Read More
Golden Rockets complete second half comeback
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WELLSTON, Ohio (WOUB) — The Lady Buckeyes hit the road to face the Wellston Golden Rockets in their last conference game of the regular season. The Golden Rockets were looking… Read More