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Lexington Herald-Leader

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Why NBC's TODAY show was in this tiny Eastern KY town to ‘tell America's story.'

A crew from NBC’s TODAY show on Friday was at Tomahawk in Martin County to document the “area’s rich musical heritage, strong community spirit, and commitment to cultural learning,” said James Leon Webb, President and Board Chairman of Stidham Old Time Music Association. “Their visit to the Stidham Old Time Music Association and James Webb Musical Repair and Sales will highlight the value of preserving old-time music traditions, enjoying hands-on musical fun, and attending a community jam at the music shop.” Webb said the show also would visit Martin County High School to feature the Pick and Bow after-school program. Entertainment Weekly reported in September that Harry Smith, 75, was set to host a new on-air segment called “Common Good” that will feature stories across “TODAY,” “NBC Nightly News,” and live events that air on NBC News. “I am thrilled to have the opportunity to do what I have done for so long: tell America’s story,” Smith told People in a statement. “I have long believed that there is more that unites us than divides us. It’s in our bones. It’s part of America’s DNA.” The air date wasn’t immediately available Friday morning, and representatives from TODAY didn’t immediately provide

Martin County, KY · 1d

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Viral sheriff write-in candidate loses to incumbent

JOHNSON COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT) - A write-in candidate for Johnson County sheriff who surpassed 600,000 views on a campaign post on TikTok lost to the incumbent candidate. Jason Golden made posted a video to TikTok addressing his arrest at the Kentucky Apple Festival, where he was charged with alcohol intoxication in a public place and second-degree disorderly conduct.

Johnson County, KY · 3d
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therealwv.com

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THIS WEEK IN WV HISTORY: Nov. 8–14

Charleston WV – The following events happened on these dates in West Virginia history. To read more, go to e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclopedia at www.wvencyclopedia.org. Nov. 8, 1936: It’s Wheeling Steel, a half-hour musical variety radio program, debuted over WWVA in Wheeling. The program was an instant success with local audiences and later became a nationwide sensation.

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FOX 56

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Kentucky band to perform at Bulls, Bands, & Barrels in West Virginia

A national tour combining rodeo competition and live country music is coming to Huntington in January 2027, with a Hawesville-based group on the bill.

Huntington, WV · 1d

WOWK 13 News

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Bands from across region to compete at Marshall Saturday

Marching bands from across the region are scheduled to compete at Marshall University's Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington on Saturday, November 7, 2026.

Huntington, WV · 22h

shawneestatechronicle.com

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Jewel City Zine Fest comes to Huntington, West Virginia

The inaugural Jewel City Zine Fest will be hosted at the West Edge Factory in Huntington, West Virginia, on Nov. 14 from noon to 5 p.m. The event will feature over 30 vendors, workshops and a discussion panel. Hands-on activities such as button making, screen printing and zine creating will be offered. Food trucks will also be present at the event.

Huntington, WV · 1d

myfamilytravels.com

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Hand-Blown Glass Still Glows At This Milton Factory Making Marbles For Collectors

A West Virginia factory will let you blow your own glass fish, then send you upstairs to a museum full of its long past. I can’t think of a better souvenir than one you shaped with your own breath. Craftsmen here still shape molten glass by hand, the old-fashioned...

Milton, WV · 4d

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This Completely Free West Virginia History Museum Sits On The State Capitol Grounds Alongside War Memorials

More than 6,000 artifacts sit behind these doors, and nobody asks you for a single dollar to see them. That alone made me look twice. The route starts with coal forests from millions of years ago. Then it marches you forward through time, with the years marked right on the floor beneath your feet.

West Virginia · 1d

NewsForce 24/7

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The Best Damn Band’s One Trip Down Broadway

Every Ohio college band with a Macy’s story has a favorite year. Ohio University has three. Miami has two. Ohio State has exactly one — and for the most famous marching band in Ohio, one was all it ever got. On Thanksgiving morning, November 22, 2018, the Ohio State University Marching Band — the Best […]

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Parkersburg News & Sentinel

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Sons of American Revolution observe Fort Harmar’s 241st anniversary

MARIETTA - The Sons of the American Revolution held a Fort Harmar 241st Anniversary observance Thursday morning in Marietta. Vice President of the Marietta Chapter Jean Yost spoke on the significance of the site in Marietta history, stating the site was used before the ordinance of 1787. He said Fort Harmar was established Nov. 5, 1785, by 150 soldiers of the First American regiment of the United States with the task to "drive off squatters, restore order, and lead America's effort to establish new governance in the Northwest Territory."

Marietta, OH · 1d

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Morgan County High School marching band highlights local history in America 250 show

MCCONNELSVILLE, Ohio (WTAP) — Under the Friday night stadium lights, the Morgan County High School marching band is bringing more than just school spirit to the field this fall. Through their halftime performance, students are sharing the story and heritage of their own community. Titled “An American Portrait,” the...

Morgan County, OH · 1d

Cincinnati.com | The Enquirer

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These mysterious rock carvings in Ohio could be a thousand years old

Ohio's history stretches back centuries, and some of it is carved into the sandstone of southern Ohio. But exactly how old those carvings are remains a mystery to this day. The Leo Petroglyphs are a series of ancient rock carvings in southern Ohio that were likely created by people of the Fort Ancient culture, according to the Ohio History Connection . Their exact age, however, is unknown. Here's what to know about the centuries-old carvings and what historians know about their origins. Language: This food is the word Ohioans struggle to pronounce most The exact age of Ohio's Leo Petroglyphs remains a mystery The exact age of the petroglyphs isn't known. Based on the weathering of the sandstone, the Ohio History Connection says that the carvings are probably no more than 1,000 years old and were likely created by people of the Fort Ancient culture. The site contains 37 petroglyphs, or figures carved into a sandstone outcrop, depicting humans, birds, human and animal footprints, a fish, a snake and other figures. A shelter house covers the sandstone slab containing the carvings, protecting the rock art from the elements. Where are the Leo Petroglyphs in Ohio? Leo Petroglyphs & Nature Preserve

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Howling for HSOV benefit concert to support Humane Society of the Ohio Valley

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - A night of live country and folk music is set to benefit the Humane Society of the Ohio Valley (HSOV) and the hundreds of animals it serves each year. The “Howling for HSOV” concert will take place Friday, Nov. 6, at 7:30 p.m. in the ballroom...

Marietta, OH · 3d

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Revisit Bob Evans’ Origin Story At The Bob Evans Farm Restaurant Museum In Bidwell, Ohio

Long before there were hundreds of restaurants with the same red-and-white look, there was one farm in southeast Ohio. That farm still stands, and you can walk its grounds today. A short drive off Highway 35 near Rio Grande brings you to the place where a famous family dining brand...

Bidwell, OH · 4d

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This Historic 1906 Ohio Gristmill Hides A Sunday Buffet Inside

Tucked along the banks of the Muskingum River in Stockport, Ohio, there is a building that has been turning heads and grinding grain since 1906. The Stockport Mill is not your average historic landmark – it is a fully operating inn and restaurant that still runs on hydroelectric power from its very own dam.

Stockport, OH · 4d

Parkersburg News & Sentinel

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Flannel Fest: Marietta Main Street to host November First Friday

MARIETTA -- The nights are getting chilly, but downtown Marietta businesses are warming up for First Friday from 5-9 p.m. this Friday. The November theme is "Flannel Fest," and the community is invited to don their cozy flannel and come downtown for late shopping, dining specials, pop-up artists, live music and more.

Marietta, OH · 2d

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Homeland Credit Union donates $25,000 to Support New Mighty Children’s Museum Exhibit

CHILLICOTHE, OHIO – Homeland Credit Union has made a $25,000 donation to the Mighty Children’s Museum to support the creation of a new interactive train table exhibit designed to engage children through play while introducing foundational financial education concepts. The new train table will replace a beloved exhibit...

Chillicothe, OH · 4d

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From West Egg to Athens: ‘The Great Gatsby’

Lost Flamingo Theater Company opens “The Great Gatsby” this weekend. Lost Flamingo is a student-led theater company at Ohio University, welcoming students interested in theater. The show “The Great Gatsby” opens Friday at 7 p.m., with two additional performances Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m....

Athens, OH · 3d

WHIZ

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Veterans Day Parade returns Saturday with changes to route

Zanesville, OH- The annual Veterans Day Parade is just days away, but if you’re planning to watch this Saturday, there are some changes you’ll want to know before heading downtown. The parade begins Saturday, November 7, at 11 a.m. Instead of traveling down Main Street as in years...

Zanesville, OH · 4d

WTAP

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Washington County behavioral health, 911, library levies pass

MARIETTA, Ohio (WTAP) - Washington County voters approved three key countywide levies on Tuesday, securing critical funding for libraries, emergency 911 dispatch operations, and behavioral health resources. Public Library Levy. Voters passed a half-mill levy for the Washington County Public Library, averting branch closures and service cutbacks across the system.

Washington County, OH · 3d