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Man dies after being trapped under a brush hog
A West Virginia man is dead after officials say he was trapped under a brush hog. Officials from the Wood County Sheriff’s Office said they responded to Lee Creek Road in Belleville, WV in reference to an unattended death. When the Sheriff’s Office arrived they said EMS and The Medical Examiner were already on scene. […]
Four-letter word every Federal Hocking graduate needs to know
STEWART — Federal Hocking High School’s Class of 2024 celebrated its commencement service on a sunny Sunday afternoon. “Pomp and Circumstance” played as the seniors marched into the Lancers’ gymnasium and took their seats in front of a big crowd filled with family, friends, faculty and staff — the whole Fed Hock community. Class of 2024’s co-valedictorians are Magnolia Ballew, Emma Lucas and Trenton Wilkes, and co-salutatorians are Emma Amlin...
Hocking Hills area hosting new cannabis festival, set on 80-acres property
Multiple days of live music, a cannabis farmers market and 80 scenic acres to explore near the Hocking Hills. The recreational legalization of Cannabis has already brought a great deal to the Buckeye State, and now, a unique new music festival is coming too. The first-annual Stargazer Cannabis Music Festival...
Shade High School alum earns martial arts grand champion honors on foreign soil
Alex Beegle began martial arts when he was 9 years old. A Shade-Central City High School alumnus, Beegle realized football wasn't for him after not seeing the field, despite his commitment during grueling practices that lasted longer than the varsity program's. The decision to pursue martial arts has proven to...
Police release names and charges for the suspects involved in a high-speed chase on Ohio Interstate 70
UPDATE: The Ohio State Highway Patrol have released the name of the suspects and their charges after a high speed chase on Interstate 70 in Ohio. Arrested were driver, Jamey Friend a 46-year-old male from West Virginia and passenger Deidra Hines a 49-year-old female from Parkersburg, WV. Both are facing charges of: Tampering with evidence, […]
Bulldogs' senior student-athletes honored at banquet
Athens High School Athletic Boosters paid tribute to the Bulldogs’ student-athletes Sunday at the annual Senior Awards Banquet. AHS Class of 2008 alumnus Robin Hawk was the keynote speaker at the banquet held at the Ohio University Inn. She offered this advice to the senior athletes who will graduate Saturday. “The most important team that you’ll ever be on is the team that you build with yourself,” said Hawk, who...
things to know
NAMI Picnic National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI) will hold its annual picnic at 6 p.m. Thursday next the the putt putt course near the Ridges, along South Park Drive, Athens. Attendees are encouraged to bring a side dish. For information, email info@namiathensohio.org. ...
America celebrates National Rescue Dog Day
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - May 20 is national rescue dog day. A day celebrated to bring awareness to all the animals living in a shelter. For many animals getting rescued and being put into a loving home can change the trajectory of a pets life forever. “Bella was very scared...
Healthy Progress: Memorial Health System to open Athens facility
ATHENS, Ohio — Memorial Health System’s Athens Medical Campus Emergency Department will officially open at 7 a.m. May 30 with a special open house held the night before for the local community. Located at 206 Columbus Road, Athens, the new facility will be open and available to provide...
National Book Festival to feature these two Ohio books
An essay anthology edited by Ohio University professors and a picture book biography will represent Ohio this August at the National Book Festival, according to selections recently announced. The big picture: The Library of Congress asks states to showcase titles representing their local literary heritage at the annual event in...
This Ohio city is one of America’s fastest growing populations
(NEXSTAR) – With just a couple of exceptions, the fastest-growing cities in America are located in the South, according to new data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Between July 1, 2022 and July 1, 2023, the most recent data available, Texas cities dominated the list of the fastest-growing 15.
Fort Frye student makes school history
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - When Parker Crum of Fort Frye high school got into archery it wasn’t something he was seeking out. It was something that chose him and ever since that day he has ran with the sport getting to where he is today. Crum first started because...
Warm up continues through middle of the week
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - High pressure has led to another sunny and warm day across the Mid-Ohio Valley. Overnight we will see clear conditions which will likely allow for fog to form once again. It will be another warm night as lows are only expected to be in the upper 50s once again. The first half of the work week will be sunny and warm with highs in the upper 80s to about 90. It will also be a bit sticky with dewpoint temperatures in the low to mid 60s. With this summer like weather pop-up thunderstorms cannot be ruled out in the afternoon or evening the next few days.
Parkersburg Historical Tours offering 5 new tours
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) -Parkersburg historical tours offer new tours throughout different parts of history in town such as the Civil War, the oil and gas industry, and the ability to create your own tour. Visitors start and end the tours at Point Park where they can spend three hours viewing...
Fed Hock’s senior project requirement draws criticism and praise as the district considers changes
STEWART, Ohio (WOUB/Report for America) — Myles Vorisek has parked a black 1981 Yamaha motorcycle in the hallway of Federal Hocking High School. It’s not a senior prank. Vorisek, who is graduating this year, rebuilt the bike more or less from scratch for his 100-hour culminating learning experience — otherwise known as the Fed Hock senior project. Now, he’s showing it off to parents and other interested visitors.
Athens' boys compete at District track and field meet
HILLIARD — The Athens’ boys track and field team competed at its Division II District meet at Hilliard Darby over the weekend. Despite it being the end of the season for a majority of the team, Athens was able to send one group of Bulldogs on to Regionals. Results In the 100 meter dash, Micah Heflin (11.26) finished seventh. ...
Federal Hocking is facing a budget shortfall due to high premiums and low enrollment
STEWART, Ohio (WOUB/Report for America) — Federal Hocking Local Schools will face a $1.66 million shortfall by fiscal year 2027 if it does not cut spending, according to a report from the district. Members of the Federal Hocking Board of Education met Thursday to discuss how the district will...
2024 Ohio University Orientation Guide
The 2024 fall semester is quickly approaching, and The Post is very excited to welcome our new Bobcats to campus! This video offers a tour of everything you need to know about on campus, while highlighting some of the Marching 110's unforgettable music. We are so excited to have you on campus Bobbies! Video by: Kendall Timms & Hailey Dunne Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: @thepostathens & @thepostmultimedia Twitter: @thepost Facebook: @thepostathens.
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