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RIPLEY, Ohio (WXIX) - A woman died in a house fire in Brown County early Wednesday morning, according to dispatchers. It was reported in the 700 block of Hamburg Street in Ripley just after 1 a.m. The victim was the only person inside at the time of the fire. Her...

One person is dead after an early morning house fire in Ripley, the Brown County Coroner said. It started just after 1 a.m. Wednesday at a home on Hamburg Street.

Rumor is this Friday evening a bunch of hoodlums are going to set up in Haldeman. There isn’t anything to worry about, though. These hoodlums are just going to hang out, talk about cars, and get themselves pumped up for their big show on Saturday at the Haldeman Community Center.

Oktoberfest is right around the corner and that means spending a lovely weekend in historic downtown Maysville celebrating the German culture. Sauerkraut balls, stein hoisting, folk dancing and of course, wiener dogs are just a few things on the agenda. This year’s festival will take place from Aug.12-13. Food and...

These wave petunias near the Bank of Maysville compliment the city’s hanging flower baskets in the downtown area.

Brandon Browning and Justyce Small’s problem began on the last weekend of July when the couple set off for a horse sale in Ohio, leaving their usual dog sitter in charge of their beloved pets. Browning and Small, Flemingsburg residents, bought Puddles, a 2 1/2-year-old Australian shepherd/corgi mix for...

Bobby Mitchell and his horse, Cookie, took part in the Fun Horse Show Tuesday at the Germantown Fair.

MAYSVILLE— Growing up with a dog enriches a child’s life in so many ways. Not only can they be best friends, but children who have pets in their lives often have happier mindsets. Sure, there’s the cute, cuddly factor to consider but beyond the obvious attraction of getting...

When I moved back into my grandmother’s home at 118 East Third Street things had changed more than a little bit. My grandparents purchased the house from Knox & Bros Funeral home in the early 1950’s. Throughout the next few decades, they lived upstairs with seven daughters and worked downstairs where they had a chiropractic clinic. After my grandfather died, the space was converted into additional business space and later apartments.

The Hamersville Community Action Team (HCAT) hosted its first Yoga in the Park on July 12 in Hannah Park, Hamersville. The event was a great s

EWING — Prague’s rich history, Gothic cathedrals and medieval squares are a far cry from Kentucky’s rolling, wooded hills and small-town living, but after 22 years in the U.S., Ewing is where Noemi LaBlanc has put down roots. “It’s beautiful here and the people are friendly,” LaBlanc...

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MAY’S LICK— For many of us, food is associated with family, friends and good memories. Through our meals, we nurture relationships, celebrate milestones and simply stay connected. Let’s face it, food not only makes us healthy, but it also makes us happy. Mayslick Dinner Bell is just...

Your new best friend could be waiting to meet you at your local animal shelter right now and hoping you’ll give him or her a chance to win you over. Like Rex, a purebred German Shepherd who was surrendered to the Mason County Animal Shelter when his family moved away. Rex is a handsome 4-year-old who’s already neutered. He’s been vaccinated, dewormed, and had his nails trimmed. Rex knows basic commands like sit and lay down and he’s approximately 75 pounds. Rex would do better with a family that is experienced with the breed, and he should be introduced to other dogs slowly. Rex is super sweet natured and all he wants is a family of his own to love and protect.

ROME TOWNSHIP — It was a family night on Monday at the Lawrence County Fair’s animal competition. The Market Goat and Showmanship competition took place in the main barn at the fairgrounds and siblings Isabella and Hunter Kerns were the winners, with the sister winning as Grand Champion and the brother as Reserve Champion.

Excitement is building as the date for The Augusta Distillery presents ACEHA’s Bourbon, Barbecue and Bluegrass approaches. The Aug . 6 event, at the Augusta Community Center, will benefit Augusta College Echo Hall Association’s efforts to save Echo Hall for use as a museum and event space for the community and marks Augusta Distillery’s first year as presenting sponsor.

ROME TOWNSHIP — With 77 4-H and FFA members taking part, the Market Rabbit showmanship competition at the Lawrence County Fair is one of the biggest events, surpassed in entrants only by the Market Hog event held earlier in the week. The event, in which the youth show and...