LATEST NEWS
2 arrested on drug charges; connected with multiple overdoses
ATHENS COUNTY, Ohio (WSAZ) - Two people were arrested on drug charges in a case connected with multiple overdoses in part of Athens County. Investigators seized suspected fentanyl and methamphetamine, according to the Athens County Sheriff’s Office. The following suspects were arrested Wednesday on the following charges:. - Jeffery...
Ohio man charged in pursuit that spanned several counties, ended in Gallia County crash
GALLIA COUNTY, Ohio (WCHS) — An Ohio man was taken into custody after a pursuit through several counties that ended with a crash Thursday in Gallia County. Odell Ladell May, 30, of Akron, Ohio, was taken into custody on felony warrants and charged with fleeing and eluding a police officer, according to a news release from the Gallia County Sheriff’s Office.
Meigs County Deputy Medically Airlifted, Two Arrested After Traffic Stop Incident
Reedsville, Meigs County – A routine traffic stop conducted by deputies from the Meigs County Sheriff’s Office took a dangerous turn on Pine Tree Drive in Reedsville on Saturday evening around 6:30 PM. According to reports from deputies, upon being pulled over, the female occupant of the vehicle...
Farewell, Athens: It’s time to say goodbye
Two things play as I write this column: the roaring of my AC and a fiddle in the deepest core of my mind. It's time to come to peace with leaving the place I love. One of Ohio University's main campaign points is "Forever Ohio," and while it's almost time for me to leave this heaven I've called home for the past three years, it’s clear the “Forever” part comes from how this place will always stick with me.
Ohio man sentenced to prison for Grand Larceny
MASON COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – An Ohio man was sentenced on felony charges in Mason County court on Monday. According to Mason County Prosecuting Attorney Seth Gaskins, on Monday, April 22, 2024, David C. Irvin, 34 years old of Wellston (Ohio), was sentenced in the Circuit Court of Mason County for the conviction on the […]
Planned fixes coming to divot on Riverside Drive in Athens, timeline moved up after crash
ATHENS TOWNSHIP, PA. (WENY) -- The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) says they plan to patch the divot on Riverside Drive in Athens Township Saturday, weather permitting. Fixes were planned for this roadway initially, before a fatal car crash killed 3 people on the road Tuesday, but PennDOT moved up...
Last round of frost for a while in Ohio, West Virginia and Kentucky
(WOWK) – Another cooler night is expected in the region, but StormTracker 13 Meteorologists say that this could be our last round of frost for a while in the lowlands of Appalachia. Frost Advisories are in effect tonight in Athens and Vinton Counties. Gardeners in areas of southeastern Ohio may want to bring their plants […]
Landlord-tenant dispute ends in shooting
GALLIA COUNTY, OHIO (WOWK) — Investigators in Gallia County believe that a landlord-tenant dispute turned violent, sending one man to the hospital following a shooting. Sheriff Matt Champlin says that it happened Tuesday afternoon in the Mudsock area Walnut township. The shooting victim was flown to the hospital and has been stabilized. The sheriff says […]
Softball: Ohio loses contested match to Pitt in nonconference finale
While Ohio (23-22, 11-8 Mid-American Conference) has seen itself on the right side of a handful of comebacks this season, the team’s final nonconference matchup against Pitt (16-29, 6-15 Atlantic Coast Conference) would see Ohio on the other end, falling 5-4. The beginning of the Bobcats’ final nonconference matchup...
Bobcats pack their bags, prep for move-out
Now that the semester is winding down and finals season is in full swing, it is time for Bobcats to start packing their things and leave behind the Athens bricks for summer. All university halls officially close for the Spring Semester on May 3 at 8 p.m., but students can leave anytime before that date as their exams wrap up.
Bulldogs' offense blanks in shutout loss to Wellston
THE PLAINS — Facing off against one of the area’s better pitchers, Athens softball struggled against league-leading Wellston on Wednesday afternoon in a 12-0 defeat at home in just five innings. Being limited to just two hits on the day, the Bulldogs (10-5, 6-3 Tri-Valley Conference-Ohio) committed six errors to help allow the lopsided difference in the end. Hannah Potts pitched all five innings for the Golden Rockets (13-1, 9-0 TVC-Ohio), allowing just two hits while striking out 13 and walking none. The pitcher has...
University of Rio Grande relaunches football, adds marching band
RIO GRANDE, OH (WOWK) – After a 75-year hiatus, football is returning to the University of Rio Grand and Rio Grande Community College, and they’re also bringing in a marching band! Officials from the university announced the return of Rio’s football program. This venture will be the debut of a RedStorm football team, as Rio’s […]
Campbell’s Corner: Just around the corner
I’ve always been someone who likes to keep busy and is always looking for the next thing. College was the perfect place for my on-the-go energy. As it finally comes to an end, I stand still as the pain of leaving sets in. In high school, I didn’t have...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.