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MSPiB Farmers Market to start strong this weekend
PORTSMOUTH—Warmer days are here. The Main Street Portsmouth in Bloom crew are out beautifying the community, outdoor concerts are being held, and people are looking forward to taking on the outdoors once again. One of the most looked forward to summer events, the Main Street Portsmouth in Bloom Farmers Market on the Esplanade is getting ready to kick off this weekend.
Ironton slips past Frankfort Adena
Ironton finally found a way to top Frankfort Adena 3-2 on May 16 in Ohio baseball. In recent action on May 11, Ironton faced off against Ashland. Check out our complete boys baseball roundup to stay up-to-date on all the action. We want your feedback on the accuracy and quality...
Softball Game Preview: South Webster on Home-Turf
The South Webster Jeeps will stay at home for another game and welcome the Ironton Fighting Tigers at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Both squads will be entering this one on the heels of a big victory. South Webster is on a roll after a high-stakes playoff matchup on Monday. They...
Wheelersburg student makes it to national spelling competition
WHEELERSBURG, OH (WOWK) — Something’s creating a buzz in the city of Wheelersburg, Ohio and it’s not the bumblebees. However, “bee” is in the name. Wheelersburg Middle School Student Ryan Frazee recently won the regional spelling bee competition at Ohio University which means he qualifies to compete against other spellers nationwide. There are a little […]
Softball Game Preview: Fairfield Heads Out
The Fairfield Lions will head out on the road to face off against the Wheelersburg Pirates at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Each of these teams will be fighting to keep a win streak alive as Fairfield comes in on three and Wheelersburg on ten. Fairfield is on a roll after...
Baseball Game Recap: Minford Find Success
Minford entered their tilt with Fairland with five consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with six. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 4-3 win over the Fairland Dragons on Tuesday. This was payback for Minford, who suffered a 10-3 loss the last time these two teams met.
Scouts stay on mission with name rebranding
By Terry L. Hapney Jr. The Ironton Tribune The Scouts BSA national organization (formerly Boy Scouts of America) is rebranding itself as “Scouting America,” reflecting “the organization’s ongoing commitment to welcome every youth and family in America to experience the benefits of Scouting” — according to a statement released last week. One local scoutmaster reflected […] The post Scouts stay on mission with name rebranding appeared first on The Tribune.
The Scioto Foundation celebrates 50th anniversary of philanthropy
PORTSMOUTH- On May 14 the Scioto Foundation, Portsmouth’s local foundation, celebrates its 50th anniversary of philanthropy and service to the area highlighting its mission to improve and enrich the quality of life for the community. For five decades the Scioto Foundation has carried out that mission in multiple ways...
Collins honored on Senior Night
Last Thursday, the Paintsville Lady Tigers picked up a 5-1 on Senior Night over the Fairview Lady Eagles in softball action in Paintsville. With neither team allowing anything over the first two and 1/2 innings, Paintsville got on the board first in the bottom of the third. After A dropped...
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