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Ohio Men’s Basketball falters to rival Akron, 92-80, no longer undefeated in conference
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AKRON, Ohio (WOUB) — The Ohio Bobcats (10-7, 4-1) looked to continue their undefeated streak in the conference on the road against the Akron Zips (12-5, 5-0), who were on… Read More

Athens continues its win streak against Vinton County
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THE PLAINS, Ohio (WOUB)– The Vinton County Vikings traveled to Joe Burrow Stadium to take on the Athens Bulldogs and the Bulldogs dominated this game and won 35-7. However, Athens… Read More

Tri-Valley Conference (TVC) Ohio Preview
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Vinton County Vikings The defending TVC-Ohio champions look very different than the team a year ago. For starters, head coach T.J. Carper is gone and took the head coaching job… Read More

New Ohio University Zanesville youth mental health training prepares teachers to help students more
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A new mental health training program aims to better equip teachers to connect students and their families with the resources they need. The CARE Team at… Read More

Athens looks to build upon success of last season
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — After a 1-4 start last season, the Athens Bulldogs found momentum to close out the season on a high note. Athens ended last regular season with… Read More

Chronic absentee rates double in most school districts post-pandemic
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Chronic absenteeism in most Ohio school districts has doubled since before the pandemic, with school officials struggling to find ways to get students back into schools. … Read More

Season Preview: A new leader at the helm for Vinton County
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MCARTHUR, Ohio (WOUB) — The Vinton County Vikings are gearing up for a title defense after winning their first TVC-Ohio title since 1999. However, this team looks completely different than… Read More

Athens City School District is adding solar panels to cut down on electricity spending
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens City School District’s elementary schools and district office are getting upgrades to their roofs with new solar panels to help cut down their spending on… Read More

Formation of Ohio University faculty union delayed by disputes over membership
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A dispute between Ohio University administrators and faculty over who can join a proposed union means an election likely won’t happen until spring semester. Last week, a… Read More

School enrollment has not recovered after the pandemic amid a growing housing crisis
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Schools in southeast Ohio are feeling the effects from the pandemic and the housing crisis in their enrollment numbers. Numbers have been going down over the… Read More

Career centers in Appalachian Ohio receive big grants to expand services
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — High school students at 11 career centers in Appalachian Ohio will soon be getting more opportunities for hands-on learning in the professional field. Ohio Gov. Mike… Read More

Alexander parents led push for a new playground so kids of all abilities can play together
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ALBANY, Ohio (WOUB) — A single access ramp surrounded by curbs. A one-user swing in a sea of mulch. That’s all there was for children with mobility issues at Alexander… Read More

Ohio University projects another year of strong enrollment
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Total fall enrollment numbers at Ohio University are trending higher than they were this time last year. The number is up 10% compared to last June…. Read More

Students and volunteers build a garden at Trimble Elementary and Middle School
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JACKSONVILLE, Ohio (WOUB) — A man dumps dirt into a garden bed while students with shovels level it out in preparation for the next load. Other students hammer metal rods into… Read More

Alexander school district is putting a renewal of its income tax levy back on the ballot
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ALBANY, Ohio (WOUB) — The Alexander school district will try for a third time this November get voters to approve a renewal of its income tax levy. The school board… Read More

Summer EBT program gives families extra food dollars while school is out
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Children who get free breakfast and lunch during the school year no longer have to worry about where to eat during the summer break. Summer EBT,… Read More

Eastern escapes with one-point victory over Trimble
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GLOUSTER, Ohio (WOUB) — The Trimble Tomcats (4-2) hosted the Eastern Eagles (6-1) in a big Tri-Valley Conference Hocking matchup. With a win, Eastern put itself one step closer to… Read More

Alexander Spartans top the Trimble Tomcats, D’Augustino breaks 2000 career points.
By: Shane Scalfaro
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Albany, Ohio (WOUB) – After a tough loss to the Athens Bulldogs, the Alexander Spartans looked to bounce back against the Trimble Tomcats on Saturday, winning the game 54-42. From… Read More

Waterford doubles over Eastern in 2022 with Regional Quarterfinals victory
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REEDSVILLE, Ohio (WOUB) — The Eastern Eagles and the Waterford Wildcats geared up for a TVC Hocking rematch in the second round of playoff play. Last time the two teams saw… Read More

Zane Trace loses first game of the year, drops to Madeira in Regional Quarterfinals
By: Shane Scalfaro, Vernon Eguakun
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CHILLICOTHE, Ohio (WOUB) — In a win or go home matchup in the second round of the playoffs in region 20 the Madeira Mustangs defeated the Zane Trace Pioneers 28-19,… Read More

Portsmouth West takes the SOC-II for first time in 14 years after defeating Wheelersburg
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PORTSMOUTH, Ohio (WOUB) – With the SOC-II title on the line, defending champion Wheelersburg Pirates looked to go back to back. But the Portsmouth West Senators acted as a spoiler… Read More

Zane Trace clears another SVC hurdle, eliminates Paint Valley from title contention
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BAINBRIDGE, Ohio (WOUB) — In an important conference matchup in the SVC the Zane Trace Pioneers took down the Paint Valley Bearcats 35-27. The Bearcats used the ground game effectively… Read More

Northwest defeats Green to put themselves closer to SOC-I title
By: Parker Kopronica, Shane Scalfaro
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MCDERMOTT, Ohio (WOUB) — On a perfect October night for football, Wyatt Brackman led the Northwest Mohawks to a 28-19 victory over the Green Bobcats. The senior running back bulldozed… Read More

Green shuts out Symmes Valley, moves to 6-0
By: Shane Scalfaro, Ty Bartlett
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FRANKLIN FURNACE, Ohio (WOUB) — The Green Bobcats (6-0) shut out and shut down the Symmes Valley Vikings (1-4) to remain indefeated on the season. Going into the game the… Read More

Jackson slips by Wheelersburg in low scoring battle
By: Ayden Crowley, Shane Scalfaro
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WHEELERSBURG, Ohio (WOUB) — Two defending conference champions go head to head in a big-time matchup, the Wheelersburg Pirates (3-1) and Jackson Ironmen (2-2) both look to keep their crowns… Read More