Many living near the Ohio River and those driving along state Route 7 in Ohio and state Route 2 in West Virginia have noticed the heavy snow and ice that have settled on its surface, bringing its flow to a crawl at best. It might also have spurred concerns about future flooding, with the ...

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As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, the population of the national bird, the bald eagle, is soaring in Ohio. A recent count involving citizen volunteers showed 715 bald eagles in Ohio, with a state official describes as “exceptionally healthy.” There are ...

CHARLESTON — A bill that would require cities and towns in West Virginia to switch from nonpartisan municipal elections and require candidates be identified by political party affiliation appears to be stalled, with concerns raised about big government interference in local control. ...

MINGO JUNCTION — The blast of winter that has hit our area has not hampered construction at the Jefferson County Innovation Center in Mingo Junction. Indian Creek Local School District officials said despite the snow and icy temperatures, work has remained consistent on the site located ...

LANGELOTH, Pa. — When there was an explosion at the plant across the street Thursday night, David Russell and his wife “thought the roof ripped off” of their home. Multiple calls were made to 911 at about 6:15 p.m. Thursday reporting an explosion at Langeloth Metallurgical Co., a ...