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Times Recorder
West M escapes JG; ZHS rolls, Toliver has 6 TDs, Week 6 roundup
NEW CONCORD — John Glenn had more momentum than a bullet train in the fourth quarter, as its comeback bid against visiting West Muskingum reached a crescendo in the closing seconds of their Muskingum Valley League crossover battle on Sept. 25. But after scoring twice in the final frame to get within a point, Drew Dollings and Cooper McKenzie snuffed out Jase Ritchey's two-point conversion run with 33 seconds left to preserve the Tornadoes' thrilling 28-27 win. West (5-1) led 28-14 after Grady Dollings' 43-yard touchdown catch in the third, but John Glenn (3-3) rallied as junior Jensen Parry scoring on an 8-yard TD run and the freshman Ritchey adding a 2-yard plunge. Muskies coach Matt Edwards elected to go for the likely win after Ritchey scored on a keeper over right guard. He went to Ritchey again on the two-pointer, this time to the left side. Dollings came up from his cornerback spot to slow him, and McKenzie, a defensive end, beat his block to make the tackle two yards short of the goal-line. The ensuing onside kick was unsuccessful as West, which got 245 yards passing and 3 TDs from Noah Morrison, escaped with its fifth straight win.
Parkersburg News & Sentinel
Belpre blanks Federal Hocking for win No. 4
BELPRE - Belpre football embraces playing in front of the home fans. Up until recently, that wasn't always the case. Friday on Alumni Night at Ralph Holder Stadium, the Golden Eagles extended their win streak to three straight after posting a 39-0 shutout over Federal Hocking. The game was played...
marcolian.com
Marietta College Summit Focuses on Appalachian Ohio’s Future
Written by: Denise Woofter (dcw002@marietta.edu) Regional leaders, economic development experts, educators, and Ohio political candidates gathered at Marietta College Thursday to discuss workforce development, infrastructure, energy, and other challenges facing Appalachian Ohio during the Center for Appalachian Innovation’s Rural Development Summit. “Rural Development: The Start of It All,” held...
Chillicothe Gazette
Huntington QB Frankie Hirsch sticks out from the rest | Webb
CHILLICOTHE — Over the past 14 years, I’ve covered thousands of high school athletes. I’ve witnessed plenty of buzzer-beating game-winners, record-breaking performances and program-changing victories in that time, and I’ve been lucky enough to cover some of the area’s most notable four-year careers. There are some who stand out, others that would assuredly jog my memory, and plenty more I could rave about if I had hours upon hours to do so. But some stick out like a sore thumb. That’s not because they were simply memorable, but because that’s just how good the athlete was. Frankie Hirsch is that good of an athlete. Huntington’s senior quarterback has been impressive throughout his career. With his level-headed approach to each obstacle, alongside his uncanny ability to make a big play when his team needs it the most, he’s honored those who have come before him while setting an example for generations to come. His career moment to this point was an 18-yard touchdown run with 57 seconds left in a 27-22 win over Zane Trace on Sept. 11. That run came on fourth-and-5 and handed the Huntsmen their first win over the Pioneers since 2007. As a junior, he was the
peakofohio.com
Benjamin Logan crowns 2026 Homecoming King and Queen
Benjamin Logan High School celebrated its 2026 Homecoming festivities Friday night with the presentation of the Homecoming Court and the crowning of Lydia Johnson as Homecoming Queen and Diesel Baughman as Homecoming King. Johnson, the daughter of Jacob and Kristen Johnson, serves as Student Government President and Senior Class President.
NBC4 Columbus
Canal Winchester football coach resigns after ‘unprofessional conduct’ investigation
CANAL WINCHESTER, Ohio (WCMH) – A central Ohio high school football program is searching for a new coach after one resigned following an investigation. Canal Winchester head football coach Rob Page stepped down Wednesday after what school officials said was an investigation into “unprofessional conduct” with a student-athlete. “He (Page) was placed on administrative leave […]
littermedia.com
Local Teachers Attend Daughters of the American Revolution Workshop
Article presented by Litter Quality Propane and Adena Health …. CHILLICOTHE- Twenty-five teachers attended a workshop on September 23, 2026, Teaching the Northwest Territory and integrating the Science of Reading and the Ohio Integrated Curriculum Model provided by the Nathaniel Massie Chapter and funded through a grant from the Ohio History Connection. The project was a collaboration among the Nathaniel Massie Chapter, The Ross County Historical Society, and OHIO University Chillicothe. Presenters were Terressa Reep, Regent of Nathaniel Massie DAR, Andrew Hall, Director of the Ross County Historical Society, and Dr. John O’Keefe, Professor Ohio University.
Chillicothe Gazette
Grant helps Oak Hill students expand hands-on STEM learning
A $1,000 grant from the Southern Ohio Cleanup Company will help Oak Hill School District expand hands-on STEM learning opportunities for students in chemistry and physical science classes. The funding was announced for the Oak Hill school system, according to a community announcement. School officials said the project is expected to benefit about 120 students through the purchase of equipment and instructional materials designed to support inquiry-based learning in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. “This project will support students in our Chemistry and Physical Science classes, approximately 120 students,” said Whitney Crabtree, principal. “The requested STEM education materials will provide students with hands-on, inquiry-based learning experiences across science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.” Equipment to support multiple STEM subjects The grant funding will be used to purchase materials for environmental science and water quality testing, plant science and agriculture, biology and microscopy, engineering, chemistry and earth and space science activities. School leaders said the equipment will give students additional opportunities to conduct investigations, work with scientific tools, analyze evidence and apply classroom lessons to real-world situations. “Collectively, these materials will create a more engaging and well-equipped STEM learning environment where students can ask questions, conduct investigations, use scientific tools, analyze evidence,
sciotovalleyguardian.com
Valley Local schools earn Project ADAM Heart Safe certification
LUCASVILLE, Ohio — All three Valley Local School District buildings have earned Project ADAM Heart Safe certification after passing check-offs this week, the district announced, giving each school trained cardiac emergency response teams and formal plans for responding to sudden cardiac arrest. Valley Elementary School, Valley Middle School and...
WHIZ
John Glenn Track and Cross Country Launching Performance and Wellness Center Campaign
NEW CONCORD, OH – It is a major step forward for two of the top programs in recent Muskingum Valley League history, as both the track and field as well as the cross country teams at John Glenn High School are launching a campaign to create performance and wellness centers at the high school.
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Jackson Local School Board Appoints New Member
The Jackson Local School District Board of Education has appointed Robert Hite to fill a vacant seat on the Board. Hite will be sworn in at the October 27 Board of. Education meeting. He was appointed last night. The vacancy became effective September 12 following the resignation of board member...
WTAP
Band of the Week: Waterford High School ‘Pride’ of the Wildcats
WATERFORD, Ohio (WTAP) - The Waterford High School marching band, known as the ‘Pride’ of the Wildcats, is this week’s band of the week. This year’s show is entitled “Masters of the Night.”. Alex Leach is the band director. “It’s kind of a darker theme...
peakofohio.com
Benjamin Logan 8th-grade football rolls past Shawnee
The Benjamin Logan eighth-grade football team rang the victory bell Thursday night with a dominant 44-0 win over visiting Shawnee. The Raiders’ defense forced three turnovers, including two interceptions that were each returned 35 yards for touchdowns. Carter Crumm and Bexley Ruble each recorded an interception return for a score, while Ruble also recovered a fumble.
Times Recorder
Study links life purpose to lower suicide risk in college students
A new study co-authored by Muskingum University President Flavius Lilly found that college students who reported a stronger sense of purpose and meaning in life were less likely to experience suicidal thoughts and behaviors. The findings were published Sept. 17 in the peer-reviewed journal Cogent Psychology , according to a community announcement. Researchers analyzed responses from more than 560,000 students nationwide, making it one of the largest studies to examine links between purpose in life and suicide-related outcomes among college students. The article, "Purpose and Meaning in Life and Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors Among U.S. College Students: A National Study of Risk and Protective Correlates," was co-authored by researchers from Muskingum University, Johns Hopkins University, McDaniel College and the University of Maryland. Researchers used data from the Healthy Minds Study and reported that students with higher levels of purpose and meaning in life had significantly lower rates of suicidal ideation, suicide planning and suicide attempts. The study also found that purpose and meaning remained strongly associated with lower suicide risk even after accounting for depression, anxiety, eating disorders and other demographic and social factors. “One of the most encouraging findings from this research is that purpose and meaning in life
The Daily Jeffersonian
Parade and pep rally kicks off homecoming week for Cambridge High School
The 2026 Cambridge High School homecoming week celebration kicks off Sept. 20, with the traditional parade and pep rally and will conclude with the homecoming dance at 7 p.m. Sept. 26, in the high school gym. The theme is A Night of Illumination. The parade, featuring class floats, athletic teams, cheerleaders and the marching band, will step off from the St. Benedict’s School parking lot at 5 p.m., move east on Steubenville Avenue and then head down 10th Street to Clairmont Avenue and into McFarland Stadium. Classmates, parents, and community members are invited to attend. The homecoming court will be introduced followed by band and cheerleader performances and several class games. Last week, the court was announced with senior king candidates Tre’Vaughn Alexander, Steele Britton, Camdyn Lauer, Loukas Laughman, Connor Parsons, and Quentin Stora and senior queen candidates Olivia Adams, Mya Alexander, Bailey Anderson, Jani Cramblett, Kensley Hollins and Madelyn Phillips. Due to a tie in the candidate selection process, there are six queen and king candidates this year instead of five. Classmates will have the opportunity to vote for the queen and king after viewing campaign videos created by the candidates. During the week, students will also participate in
thepostathens.com
Alden Library renovation plan awaits funding
Ohio University Vernon R. Alden Library’s potential renovations underwent a master planning project completed in July. University Libraries used the opportunity to evaluate its long-term needs and consider construction options for Alden before looking for funding for the potential renovations. Alicia Sweeney, director of space planning, said it is...
WTAP
Eastern Local Schools football field flooded, community aid planned
REEDSVILLE, Ohio (WTAP) - Flash flooding over the weekend left muddy fields and flooded towns across southeast Ohio. Eastern Local Schools saw extensive flooding to its football field. Flood water moved benches, overturned the sprinkler system and left thick mud throughout the track. Though the field is muddy, Superintendent Nick...