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Ohio spending more than $3 M to fight violent crime
9+ hour, 14+ min ago (552+ words) Ohio taxpayers will spend $3. 4 million for grants to Ohio law enforcement agencies. The new round of grants will go to 44 agencies in 28 counties will hopes of reducing violent crime through additional personnel and technology upgrades, Gov. Mike De Wine announced....
Six locals make All-Ohio lists in first boys release
3+ week, 4+ day ago (208+ words) COLUMBUS " The first round of boys basketball All-Ohio teams were announced on Wednesday, and six local players from four schools were recognized across Divisions IV, V, VI and VII. The All-Ohio teams are based on nominations from the seven districts of…...
Ohio River is filled with snow and ice
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (583+ words) Warren Scott FROZEN RIVER " Heavy snow and ice have slowed the water of the Ohio River, but the continued spell of frigid temperatures will prevent flooding at this time, meteorologists say. Many living near the Ohio River and those driving…...
Appeals court judge declares for Ohio Supreme Court
4+ mon, 2+ day ago (373+ words) Appeals court Judge Marilyn Zayas Appeals court Judge Marilyn Zayas, a Democrat who lost a 2022 race for an Ohio Supreme Court seat, said she is going to run again next year for a position on the state's highest court. First…...
Limited oversight to Ohio's 250 fund
4+ mon, 3+ day ago (1293+ words) Ohio's elected leaders have earmarked more than $16 million to commemorate the nation's 250th birthday next year " significantly more than some of the first U. S. states. And they have committed those funds over the course of five years to a commission that is…...
Report: Ohio unions sink millions into campaigns
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (303+ words) Ohio public sector unions spent nearly $9 million during the 2024 election cycle, with more than half of it going to proposed constitutional amendments. The state's union election spending of $8. 8 million is one of the highest totals in the nation, according to…...
New Ohio driver's education course requirement takes effect Sept. 30
7+ mon, 1+ week ago (501+ words) Contributed NEW OWNERS " Bethany and Josh Baxter, who recently purchased Ameri Drive driving school locations in Wintersville and St. Clairsville, hold their daughter, Lizzie Baxter. ST. CLAIRSVILLE " A new law takes effect at the end of the month that will…...
Kiwanis Club hears about Ohio RISE program
7+ mon, 4+ week ago (495+ words) CLUB HEARS OF HELP FOR YOUTH " Kiwanian Treasurer Tom Timmons and Lindsay Brandon, director of the Ohio RISE program, were among those attending the recent Kiwanis meeting. Brandon informed those in attendance exactly how Ohio RISE helps those throughout the…...
UPDATE: Driver found dead following tractor trailer crash into Ohio River
9+ mon, 1+ day ago (142+ words) WELLSBURG " The driver of a tractor trailer which crashed into the Ohio River this morning has been found dead, according to Brooke County emergency officials. No further details are available at this time. Emergency crews responded to an area of…...
Tattoo artist uses skills to help with Ohio County flood relief
9+ mon, 1+ week ago (453+ words) USING HER TALENT " Tattoo artist Maelin Biondillo, left, prepares a design on the wrist of longtime client Amy Langley of Wellsburg on Wednesday at 1601 Custom Tattoos in Moundsville. Biondillo spent Wednesday offering tattoos at that shop for donations to help…...