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New $4.9 Million Tappan Lake Safety Center Opens in Scio for Regional Responders

SCIO, Ohio — The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District celebrated the grand opening of the new $4.9 million Tappan Lake Regional Safety Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, October 30, bringing a dedicated law enforcement training center and the Tappan Lake Volunteer Fire Department together under one roof in Harrison County, according to an announcement […]

Scio, OH · 19h

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Martins Ferry voters reject school levy

MARTINS FERRY, Ohio (WTRF) — Voters rejected the Martins Ferry school levy. The measure received 1,027 “yes” votes, accounting for 34.6% of the votes cast. There were 1,945 “no” votes, accounting for 65.4%. The results showed 100% reporting as of the latest update. Election results remain unofficial until certified by election officials. Stay with 7News […]

Martins Ferry, OH · 2d

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Cadiz Council OKs hiring to fill village staffing gaps, boost flexibility

CADIZ, Ohio — Two new full-time positions could be coming to the village of Cadiz after council approved an ordinance on the hires, despite concerns from residents about whether the jobs are necessary. During Thursday’s council meeting, residents spoke against the proposal to create a public works director and...

Cadiz, OH · 17h

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In one Ohio classroom, kids are learning about civic engagement through 'Voices of Kindness'

Elementary schoolers across Ohio couldn’t vote this week, but in southeast Ohio's Guernsey County, they're learning all about civics engagement through a new video series, "Voices of Kindness." Alisha Colon, a social-emotional learning teacher at Cambridge City Schools, produces the series. In the videos, she asks kindergarten through second...

Guernsey County, OH · 11h

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County Roadway Projects Scheduled for Next Week in Marshall County

Road Closure on County Route 20, Sunny Lane, to Begin Thursday, November 12, 2026. Marshall County, WV – A portion of County Route 20, Sunny Lane, will be closed at milepost 0.20 from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 12, 2026, for a culvert installation. Traffic signs will be used to maintain traffic. Local traffic, school buses, and emergency vehicles will be accommodated.

Marshall County, WV · 1d

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OHIO COUNTY: Northern Panhandle voters keep Chapman in Senate seat

WHEELING, W.Va. — RESULTS. Laura Wakim Chapman has retained her Senate District 1 after defeating Shawn Fluharty on Election Day. Wakim Chapman, a Republican, was elected to the Senate in 2022. She was challenged by Fluharty, a Democrat from Wheeling who had been a member of the state's House of Delegates for the last 12 years.

Ohio County, WV · 2d

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MARSHALL COUNTY: Jim Kudlak set to join commission; DeWitt elected to House

Republican Jim Kudlak, of Moundsville, is the newest commissioner in Marshall County. Kudlak, a former Moundsville police chief, defeated Democrat Leigh Ann Scherich, who was aiming to be the county's first female commissioner. "I'm excited, I'm overwhelmed, and I'm humbled by the fact that the citizens of Marshall County have...

Marshall County, WV · 2d

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Christkindlmarket kicks off the holiday season in Dennison

DENNISON, OH (WTRF) – The holiday season is just around the corner, and the Twin City Farmers Market is excited to announce the return of Christkindlmarket Dennison. The event will return to N. 4th Street in Dennison on Saturday, Nov. 21, from noon to 6 p.m. This free, family-friendly celebration brings local shopping, food trucks, […]

Dennison, OH · 1d

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Highlands welcome hundreds of vendors to Christmas craft show

OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – Vendors from multiple states have made the trip to the Highlands to take part in a Christmas craft show. The Highlands Sports Complex is hosting Christmas at the Highlands from Nov. 6-8 and will feature 218 vendors. KC Productions Event Coordinator Kevin Carroll says they have to turn a lot […]

Ohio County, WV · 1d

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John Marshall is dancing to Charleston

MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – The number one seeded John Marshall Monarchs defeated the four seeded Brooke Bruins 3-0 on Wednesday Nov. 4. John Marshall advances to 24-16 on the season, while Brooke finishes 8-21. The one seeded Monarchs have become state qualifiers and will take on the winner of three seeded East Fairmont and […]

Glen Dale, WV · 1d

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Republican Ty Moore reelected as state representative for 95th district

Incumbent Republican Rep. Ty Moore has been re-elected as the representative for Ohio House District 95, defeating Democratic candidate Paul Cameron. District 95 covers all of Morgan, Noble and Harrison counties, as well as portions of Guernsey, Belmont and Athens counties, including the City of Athens. Moore originally assumed office...

Athens, OH · 2d

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Wilson tops Hannon in Guernsey County commissioner race, retains seat

CAMBRIDGE − He's know there are plenty of challenges ahead, but Dave Wilson of Cambridge is happy to get another term serving the people of Guernsey County. The incumbent Republican was challenged by Democrat Tom Hannon of Senecaville. Wilson won re-election with 8,213 votes to 4,427 votes for Hannon in unofficial vote totals from the Guernsey County Board of Elections. Wilson, 71, was first elected as Guernsey County commissioner in 2014. He previously worked in advertising for the Cambridge Daily Jeffersonian and New Philadelphia Times-Reporter and for AVC Communications. He was also the operations manager, on-air talent and general manager/owner of WBIK-FM. Hannon, 62, has been a teacher at Cambridge High School for 34 years. He has taught a wide variety of subjects, including physics, mathematics, computers and STEM courses. He also created the school's drone program. Hannon has a master's degree in educational leadership from Salem University. "He's a class act and I really appreciated him and the way he handled things. Everything was very much above board and I think we developed a strong mutual appreciation," Wilson said of his opponent. While he's happy to serve another term, Wilson knows there are several challenges ahead, such as how

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