Flash flood watch issued for Meigs
Areas in green are under a flash flood watch. SOUTHEAST OHIO – Many counties including Meigs and Gallia are under...
Month: February 2017
Benjamin Mitchell to serve 11 years in prison for brutal torture of local woman
Victim tells of harrowing events as she struggled for survival. Benjamin Mitchell awaiting sentencing. Photo by Carrie Gloeckner. POMEROY –...
Gallia and Meigs first responders work together to find missing Gallia man
CHESHIRE - First responders from Gallia and Meigs Counties were searching for a man that had gone missing while looking...
Gallipolis Post OSP Trooper receives Criminal Patrol Award
COLUMBUS, Ohio – A Gallipolis Post Trooper has been recognized for his efforts to go "beyond the plate" in the...
Vada L. Jividen Cundiff, 77
Vada L. Jividen Cundiff, 77, of Racine, passed away, at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, February 26, 2017 in the Overbrook...
Roger Ray Guest II, 49
Roger Ray Guest II, 49, of Racine died Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at his residence. Born February 11, 1968 in...
David Monroe Brickles, 69
David Monroe Brickles, 69, of Pomeroy, Ohio passed away on February 26, 2017 at Grant Medical Center. He was born...
Angela Kay Swift, 52
Angela Kay Swift, 52, of Middleport, Ohio passed away on February 26, 2017 at the Ohio State Medical Center. She...
Holzer holds Fifth Annual Go Red for Women Heart Luncheon
GALLIPOLIS - Holzer recently held its Fifth Annual Go Red for Women Heart Luncheon in recognition of February as American...
Ohio Botanical Symposium set for March 24 in Columbus
Botanists, naturalists and native plant enthusiasts encouraged to attend COLUMBUS, Ohio – The potential healing powers of the plants growing...
Congressman Johnson tours Chester Courthouse
CHESTER - Congressman Bill Johnson visited Meigs County's first courthouse Thursday afternoon. Congressman Johnson toured the Chester Courthouse along with...
Sharing the history of Pomeroy’s First Ward and Meigs County black history
Shannon Scott talks about the First Ward and shares other black history during lecture at Grace Episcopal Church. Staff photo....
Commissioners to file breach of contract lawsuit against Village of Rutland
More litigation is expected over the old bus garage property. Photo by Carrie Gloeckner. POMEROY – Issues with Rutland Village...
Gallia man convicted on federal heroin charge
Gallia-Meigs Task Force participated in investigation HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – A Gallia County man has been convicted on federal drug charges....
Former Eastern Band Booster treasurer enters guilty plea for theft from organization
POMEROY – A Coolville woman has entered a guilty plea on a charge of theft from a school organization. Appearing...
Taking a stand for Southeastern Ohio with #localgovernmentsunite
Proposed budget could prove devastating for Meigs County POMEROY – Local governments came to together to discuss the need to...
Deputy’s Notebook for Feb. 6 to Feb. 16, 2017
Editor’s note: The Meigs County Sheriff’s Office Deputies respond to all sorts of calls. The notebook is a listing of...
Spaces left to be a certified Youth Fishing Instructor
Preregistration required by March 22 Athens, OH – Any adult, group, or conservation club who has a sincere interest in...
Basic archery instruction workshop for teachers
Preregistration is required by March 7 Athens, OH - Classroom teachers and other members of school communities who are interested...
Ohio Board of Voting Machine Examiners to meet, review election systems
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted announced a meeting of the Ohio Board of Voting Machine Examiners will...
Rep. Smith applauds change in trafficking and possession penalties
COLUMBUS—State Representative Ryan Smith (R-Bidwell) today announced the passage of legislation by the Ohio House that makes changes to drug...
College Credit Plus process for 2017-18 starts now
Public high school students must declare intent to participate by April 1 Students intending to participate in the third year...
Chow Line: slow cooker is a good option for healthy, hearty meals on cold winter days
One of my resolutions this year is for my family to eat healthier while I...
Feeding feathers friends: study find complex relationships among bird feeders, predators and nest survival
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Backyard bird lovers may want to take note: putting out feeders full of seed may also attract...
Annual St. David’s Day Celebration set
205 E Cross St, Oak Hill, OH 45656 Oak Hill, OH - Each year at this time, Welsh Societies around...
