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More charges filed in child torture case
ASHLAND, Ky. (WSAZ) - A man and woman arrested in January in a disturbing case of child abuse are facing a long list of new charges from the grand jury. Many details in the latest court documents are too graphic to share, outlining the torture investigators say a little girl went through.
Eddy Awards winners to be honored May 9
The Ironton Child Welfare Club has announced the winners of the 2024 Eddy Awards. The Eddy Test is given to the top 25 percent of the sixth grade students from Ironton Middle School and St. Lawrence Catholic School. According to the club, 27 students qualified to take the test this year, which was administered on February 29 […] The post Eddy Awards winners to be honored May 9 appeared first on The Tribune.
FBI investigates Portsmouth municipal judges for theft allegations amid judgeship change discussions
PORTSMOUTH, OH (WOWK) – The FBI is investigating “potential theft offenses” by Portsmouth Municipal Judges Steven Mowery and Russell D. Kegley, according to Portsmouth Municipal Court documents. The allegations claim that the judges have been “altering their own hours and those of their staff.” No further information has been released and the investigation is ongoing. 13 […]
Cooling caps help SOMC cancer patients avoid hair loss
PORTSMOUTH- Any cancer diagnosis can be devastating. Even the treatment can be hard. For many, one of the most emotional and difficult parts of receiving chemotherapy is the loss of hair. However, new equipment at the SOMC Cancer Center gives patients a chance at avoiding that hair loss during treatment. It’s called a Cooling Cap, and it’s an opportunity Debbie Daniels did not hesitate to seize.
Petland delivers help after recent storm damages rescue operation in Wheelersburg
WHEELERSBURG – Earlier this month, storms rolled across the Midwest, with heavy winds toppling trees, leaving damage and debris behind. One organization affected by the spring storms is Cabin Critters Rescue, LLC, located in Wheelersburg. Winds from one storm caused a large tree to fall on the Rescue’s brand-new addition, damaging outside kennels and destroying part of a brand-new roof. The Rescue houses many dogs of all sizes and ages. Luckily, no animals nor humans were harmed,...
Celebrating and thankful
Oak Ridge Boys mark five decades, at Paramount Saturday night ASHLAND, Ky. — When the Oak Ridge Boys take the stage Saturday at the Paramount Arts Center in Ashland, it will be for two purposes — to celebrate the core lineup’s five decades together, as well as to offer thanks to all who have supported […] The post Celebrating and thankful appeared first on The Tribune.
Dry floodwalls and wet paint: how murals keep one Ohio city’s history alive
Ohio is filled with public art. In Columbus, bronze deer statues rest on their elbows, overlooking the Scioto River. In Cleveland, a giant FREE stamp sits on its side near the waterfront of Lake Erie. In Dayton, a tribute to the Wright brothers abstractly recreates their first 12-second flight. But...
Portsmouth mom indicted for involuntary manslaughter in baby’s death
A Portsmouth woman arrested in February in the death of her infant has been indicted by the Scioto County Grand Jury. Kristen Vassar, 26, was arrested Feb. 6 on charges connected to the death of her baby, Tamen Briar King. She has been at the Scioto County Jail ever since, where she has been held on a $180,000 bond.
Ironton fountain makes a return
While there was frost on Monday morning, a surefire sign of warm weather took place, with the Rotary Fountain, at the intersection of Third and Center streets, Ironton, turned on. And, right on schedule, a regular visitor to the water was back: Cory, who routinely plays in the fountain and whose owners said they had […] The post Ironton fountain makes a return appeared first on The Tribune.
Greene murder trial rescheduled for July 22
The trial of Aden Greene has been rescheduled for July, according to court records. Greene, 18, was charged with murder in the shooting death of Nathaniel Chase McQuinley, 20, of Wheelersburg, at a party July 29, 2023. The Scioto County Grand Jury indicted Greene, then a 17-year-old juvenile, with murder, attempted murder, and four counts of felonious assault.
Titans take 5th SOC I
PORTSMOUTH — No doubt, the Notre Dame Titans resemble that softball steamroller that is their performance in the Southern Ohio Conference Division I. This past week, on Wednesday against Green to be exact, they wrapped up outright another SOC I championship —their fifth in a row to be precise.
Pirates & Titans get shutout softball wins
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Two of the top teams in Ohio high school softball won big on Wednesday night in Scioto County. The #2 team in Division III Wheelersburg Pirates blanked Waverly by a final of 10-0. Also, Portsmouth Notre Dame beat Green 23-0 as the Titans are the third ranked team in Division IV and here are the highlights from both games.
LCHS softball defeats Eastern on Tuesday; falls to Bethel-Tate on Wednesday
For a second consecutive day, the Lynchburg-Clay Lady Mustangs faced the Eastern Lady Warriors, where they gained a second straight SHAC win by defeating the Lady Warriors at EHS by a 5-4 score Tuesday. On Monday, Lynchburg-Clay defeated Eastern 5-2. The Tuesday win by the Lady Mustangs consisted of scoring...
‘National Crime Victims Rights Week’ sheds light on resources available for victims and survivors
ASHLAND, KY (WOWK) — A crime can happen to anyone, anywhere, and at any time, and during “National Crime Victims Rights Week,” organizations are spreading the message “How would you help?” Ramey Estep Prevention Service Director Lakeisha Dennis says this message is “just to make sure they’re aware. When I say they, I mean the […]
Golden Alert cancelled for missing Kentucky woman
UPDATE: At 12:30 p.m. Sunday, the Greenup County Public Safety announced Cassandra Clark has been safely located and the Golden Alert has been cancelled. A Golden Alert has been issued for a missing Flatwoods, Kentucky woman. Cassandra F. Clark, 30, was last seen just before midnight on Saturday, April 20 at the Flatwoods, Kentucky, Super […] The post Golden Alert cancelled for missing Kentucky woman appeared first on The Tribune.
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