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This Small Ohio Town Fills Its Streets With Over 200 Giant Nutcrackers And Strolling It Is Free

Dean Martin stands six feet tall on a downtown sidewalk, and he’s a nutcracker. Nearby, a singing nutcracker named Sebastian belts out Christmas tunes in Dean’s famous style. That’s just the warm-up. More than 200 life-size nutcrackers line the streets of this Ohio town, and each one...

Steubenville, OH · 2d
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Tuskegee Airmen mural will return downtown Steubenville

A blank wall in downtown Steubenville is set to become the new home of a mural many in the city were disappointed to see come down. City leaders on Wednesday announced plans to bring back the Tuskegee Airmen mural, tying its return to a new business development connected to Oyo Brewing Co. The mural will be repainted on a wall at the Antiques Warehouse on Market Street.

Steubenville, OH · 2d
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Veterans Memorial Bridge in Jefferson County to close overnight Monday

STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — Drivers who use the Veterans Memorial Bridge in Jefferson County should plan for more overnight closures in the coming weeks, including one scheduled for Monday, Nov. 23. The West Virginia Department of Transportation’s District 6 said the bridge will be undergoing another round of overnight closures,...

Jefferson County, OH · 10h
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Tree Gala proceeds to benefit Moundsville Honor Guard

MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. — The holiday season got an early start Thursday evening at Grand Vue Park, where the Marshall County Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Tree Gala to raise money for the chamber and support a local charity. “This kind of kicks off the holiday season,' Marshall...

Marshall County, WV · 1d
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Jefferson County leaders tout development plan near YSU campus

STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — Jefferson County leaders are moving ahead with plans to develop land near Youngstown State University’s Steubenville campus, saying the effort is aimed not only at improving the area but also at attracting young people to the city and giving them a reason to stay. County...

Jefferson County, OH · 3d

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Wheeling Central rallies back to win first state championship

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WTRF) – For the first time in program history, the Wheeling Central Catholic Lady Maroon Knights are state champions. The Maroon Knights rallied from a 2-1 deficit to defeat the Philip Barbour Lady Colts in five sets at the Vandalia Health Coliseum in the WVSSAC Class AA State Championship game. Wheeling Central finishes […]

Wheeling, WV · 1d

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Guernsey County awarded $214,000 for Pleasant City, Derwent street work

Forty-nine Ohio communities, including Guernsey, Belmont and Noble, will share about $11.1 million in funding for projects aimed at improving infrastructure, public facilities and essential services, according to the Ohio Department of Development.The funding comes through the federal Community Development Block Grant Allocation Program and will be used for projects designed to improve residents’ quality of life and encourage economic growth. The money can also support public service programs, including Meals on Wheels, health and wellness initiatives, and assistance for people facing housing challenges or homelessness. Guernsey County will receive $214,000 to replace curbs and improve streets in the village of Pleasant City and the community of Derwent. The projects will benefit 500 people. Belmont County will receive $288,000 to install playground equipment in the village of Barnesville and demolish dilapidated residential structures throughout the county. Noble County will receive $150,000 to improve parks in the village of Summerfield and install an accessible restroom facility in the village of Belle Valley. The projects will benefit more than 300 people. Whether it’s a reliable water system, a safe route to school, or a meal delivered to an older neighbor, these investments support the things Ohioans count on every day,” said Lydia

Guernsey County, OH · 2d

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History is on display at this 180-year-old Ohio family farm

When Bill Huss was a little kid, he remembers visiting his grandparents’ farm in eastern Ohio for a few sunbaked weeks every summer. He rode horses, played alongside sheep and once chased the mean rooster with a broom. “I grew up basically in the suburbs of Baltimore and so...

Ohio · 20h

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NAMI Six County Welcomes New Executive Director, Launches Mental Health Survey

ZANESVILLE, OH – A local organization dedicated to mental health support and education is entering a new chapter with a new leader. Sarah Lang stepped into her role as the new executive director of NAMI Six County on October 1st. And she’s already working to make a difference! Lang is leading a community-wide mental health survey to hear directly from residents in Muskingum, Morgan, Perry, Coshocton, Guernsey, and Noble counties.

Perry County, OH · 3d

WTRF- 7News

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Nursing homes honor veterans in Wheeling

Wheeling, W.Va. (WTRF) – In honor of Veterans Day, Good Shepherd Nursing Home celebrated their veterans. The event included the Moundsville Color Guard, the Wheeling Symphony String Quartet, the Wheeling Military Banner Program, as well as Wheeling Mayor Denny Magruder. Three dozen veterans living in Good Shepherd, Welty TownHome, Welty Apartments, Braddock Apartments, and employees […]

Wheeling, WV · 1d

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NEWS9 Special Assignment: Local clinics brace for 2027 Medicaid cuts

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio — With major Medicaid changes set to take effect in 2027, local clinics in the Ohio Valley are preparing for what they expect could be a surge in patients who lose coverage or struggle to meet new eligibility requirements. Amy Springer, a Toronto native, said she...

Steubenville, OH · 1d

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All new Santa Spirit Squad bringing holiday cheer to parade

WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – An exciting, new addition to Wheeling’s Fantasy in Lights Christmas Parade is getting ready to debut. The Santa Spirit Squad is getting ready to take to the streets during the Fantasy in Lights Parade to spread some holiday spirit, bring in Santa, and perform a dance routine.

Wheeling, WV · 1d

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Steubenville officials weigh four sites for new fire station as design deadline nears

STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — Steubenville officials are continuing discussions about building a new fire station as the city works toward early design and cost estimates for the project. The city has Employee Energy Architects, who face a deadline to provide preliminary designing costs. Officials have said the city would need...

Steubenville, OH · 3d

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Bridges out of Poverty workshop aims to improve support for families

COSHOCTON, OH (WTRF) – A collaboration between three counties brought service providers some new tools to help meet people where they are and reach past barriers they might not see. Representatives from Family and Children First Councils, educators and service providers in Jefferson, Coshocton and Tuscarawas counties packed the Coshocton County Commissioners community room Oct. […]

Jefferson County, OH · 10h

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Brooke County Chamber honors businesses and leaders at annual recognition dinner

The Brooke County Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated local businesses and community leaders during its annual recognition dinner Wednesday evening. The organization presented multiple awards, including Business of the Year (Screwy Louie's), Citizen of the Year (Laurie Labishak), Lifetime Achievement (Marc Chernenko), New Business of the Year (Fuscardo Family Urgent Care), Young Professional of the Year (Brianna Bates), and Non-Profit of the Year (Northern Panhandle Quail Forever). The event also highlighted a communitywide scavenger hunt and local entrepreneurs, with organizers pointing to the effort as part of building a better future.

Brooke County, WV · 2d

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Council weighs one-way streets, parking limits to help Mingo Junction responders reach hom

Concerns about whether first responders can reach homes quickly on narrow streets are prompting village leaders in Mingo Junction to consider changes to traffic and parking rules. Village officials have been working on altering the layout of some streets to improve public safety and give emergency crews better access to...

Mingo Junction, OH · 1d

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Winter Wonderland Holiday Craft and Vendor Show set for Nov. 14

MINGO JUNCTION, OH (WTRF) – Indian Creek Middle School is ringing in the shopping season with the fifth annual Winter Wonderland Holiday Craft and Vendor Show this Saturday. The school PTO is hosting the free event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 2379 Wilson Ave. in Mingo Junction. The event will feature an array […]

Mingo Junction, OH · 11h