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Third & Center gets donation from VFW Post 8850
Staff report Third & Center, a non-profit organization dedicated to using arts to inspire community impact in the Ohio River Valley region, was “thrilled” by a “generous” donation from VFW Post 8850. “We are extremely grateful for the support of the VFW,” said Executive Director Amanda Cleary. “This donation will allow us to continue our […] The post Third & Center gets donation from VFW Post 8850 appeared first on The Tribune.
Getting parade ready, St. Joseph students, Rotary clean up downtown Ironton
By Mark Shaffer The Ironton Tribune This weekend the cleanup in downtown Ironton began in preparation of the upcoming Ironton-Lawrence County Memorial Day Parade on May 27. On Friday, crews of teens worked cleaning grass and weeds out of cracks in the sidewalk and poured mulch onto various green spots. The crew was made up […] The post Getting parade ready, St. Joseph students, Rotary clean up downtown Ironton appeared first on The Tribune.
CSX Office Car Presidential Train rolls through southern West Virginia
THURMOND, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Railfans and tourists in New River Gorge National Park got a special treat on Wednesday as a special train rolled through the Mountain State. The CSX Transportation Office Car Special (OCS), also known as the CSX Presidential/Executives Train, rolled through West Virginia from White Sulphur Springs to Kenova on Wednesday. The […]
From dinosaurs to bows, 4-H to have several summer camps
By Terry L. Hapney, Jr. The Ironton Tribune Children and teenagers in Lawrence County have opportunities to enjoy camps this summer thanks to the 4-H youth development program from the Ohio State University Extension offices in multiple southern Ohio counties. Summer camps include one for children ages 5 to 8 years old, another for students […] The post From dinosaurs to bows, 4-H to have several summer camps appeared first on The Tribune.
Area fallen officers remembered, emotions still run high in Floyd County
Police Chief, Greg Fugitt, Lawrence County Sheriff, Chuck Jackson, former Lawrence County Sheriff, Bobby Workman and Prestonsburg Police Chief Ross Shurtleff were among other officers in the tri-state area who represented their law enforcement agencies during a memorial ceremony at the Ashland Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) Lodge #3 on Tuesday, May 7. The event was in honor of Law Enforcement Week (May 12-18).
Baseball Recap: Oak Hill's win ends four-game losing streak on the road
Oak Hill came into Tuesday's matchup having lost six straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They came out on top against the Northwest Mohawks by a score of 4-1 on Tuesday. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Oak Hill also won the last time the pair played back in March.
Scioto County Memorial Day parade to be May 27
PORTSMOUTH- Memorial Day is just around the corner and, along with it, area festivities and parades. One such parade is the Scioto County Memorial Day Parade in Portsmouth. “It brings people together, I think, to honor the veterans who did fight for our freedom,” said Donna Lewis. Lewis is...
Tony visits Minford High
MINFORD,OH (WSAZ) -The school year is at its end. But the learning and comradery are still in vogue. Tony set out for a stop at Minford High to honor a hometown hero. While at the home of the Mighty Falcons, Tony took in the fun events that make for a quality high school.
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 Recap: Greenup County wins going away against Elliott County
Greenup County got themselves on the board against Elliott County on Thursday, but Elliott County never followed suit. They blew past the Elliott County Lions 15-0. The win made it back-to-back victories for Greenup County. The team relied heavily on Adrian Wells, who scored four runs and stole a base...
Valley rolls to 2nd straight sectional
LUCASVILLE — Once again, Emilie Johnson pitched the Valley Indians into a Southeast District softball semifinal. That’s because the senior right-hander Johnson, on Wednesday against the visiting Waterford Wildcats, struck out 11 and allowed only one run on five hits —as Valley vanquished the Wildcats 11-1 to capture its third sectional title in four years.
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.
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