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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
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Athens looks to build upon success of last season
By: Shane Scalfaro
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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
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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
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Season Preview: A new leader at the helm for Vinton County
By: Shane Scalfaro
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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
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Athens City School District is adding solar panels to cut down on electricity spending
By: Shane Scalfaro
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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
![Kyle Butler, an associate professor of instruction at Ohio University, addresses a pro-union rally as Matthew deTar, an assistant professor of communications, looks on.](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/OU-union-rally-e1709679566724-900x422.jpg)
Formation of Ohio University faculty union delayed by disputes over membership
By: Shane Scalfaro
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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
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School enrollment has not recovered after the pandemic amid a growing housing crisis
By: Shane Scalfaro
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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
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Career centers in Appalachian Ohio receive big grants to expand services
By: Shane Scalfaro
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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
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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's Cutler Hall on the first day of the semester.](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/OU-Image-scaled-e1599491277344-900x422.jpg)
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
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Students and volunteers build a garden at Trimble Elementary and Middle School
By: Shane Scalfaro
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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
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Alexander school district is putting a renewal of its income tax levy back on the ballot
By: Shane Scalfaro
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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
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Summer EBT program gives families extra food dollars while school is out
By: Shane Scalfaro
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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
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Eastern escapes with one-point victory over Trimble
By: Shane Scalfaro
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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 Senior Kyler D'Augustino pauses in a game against the Trimble Tomcats](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Kyler_DAugustino-900x422.png)
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
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Waterford doubles over Eastern in 2022 with Regional Quarterfinals victory
By: Shane Scalfaro
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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
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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
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Portsmouth West takes the SOC-II for first time in 14 years after defeating Wheelersburg
By: Shane Scalfaro
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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
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Zane Trace clears another SVC hurdle, eliminates Paint Valley from title contention
By: Shane Scalfaro
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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
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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
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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
![Wheelersburg and Jackson captains prior to the coin toss](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/IMG_7372-scaled-e1663401787953-900x422.jpg)
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
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Waverly drops to Unioto in a shootout
By: Ayden Crowley, Shane Scalfaro
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WAVELRY, Ohio (WOUB) — Both the Waverly Tigers and the Unioto Sherman Tanks were looking to continue their win streaks, however, only one can keep in it intact. From the… Read More
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Zanesville Blue Devils win seventh straight in rivalry against Newark Wildcats
By: Caleb McCleskey, Noah Bowman, Shane Scalfaro
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NEWARK, Ohio (WOUB) — On the opening day of the season, the Zanesville Blue Devils beat the Newark Wildcats 40-14. With the first game of the season being a rivalry, the… Read More
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Beyond The Court: Father-daughter bond extends beyond the living room and onto court
By: Shane Scalfaro
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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