Investigation Continues in Pike County Multiple Homicide, Reward Offered
(PIKETON, Ohio) - The terrible tragedy that has rocked a small Ohio community and shocked the country continues to be...
Staff Report
The Pink Ladies and T-Birds Take Over McDonald’s for Drama Club Fundraiser
Photos & Story by Madalyn Wood POMEROY - Pomeroy was rocking Wednesday evening to the tunes from "Grease" performed by...
Phone Scams Reported
MEIGS COUNTY - The office of Meigs County Sheriff Keith Wood has issued a warning to area residents about a...
Red Flag Warnings and Ohio Restrictions on Open Burning
MEIGS COUNTY - Meigs County is under a Red Flag Warning for March 22. Low relative humidity combined with gusting...
Candidates Invited to Submit Open Letter to Meigs County Voters
MEIGS COUNTY - The primary election is approaching and the Meigs Independent Press is offering the opportunity for those running...
Primary Election Set for March 15 with Several Races to Watch
MEIGS COUNTY – Along with the presidential race this year, several local seats will be ones to watch and the...
Secretary Husted Appoints James Stewart to the Meigs County Board of Elections
COLUMBUS – Secretary of State Jon Husted has appointed James V. Stewart as a member of the Meigs County Board...
Human Trafficking Being Tackled by Law Enforcement in Ohio
(COLUMBUS, Ohio) – It is a global problem and Ohio is dealing with it as well, human trafficking. Ohio Attorney...
Task Force Makes Another Drug Related Arrest
Lewis G. Bryant MIDDLEPORT - The Task Force has made another arrest in Middleport. Chief Bruce D. Swift reports on...
Challenge Filed in Multiple States to “Clean Power Plan”
COLUMBUS - Ohio is one of many states filing a challenge to changes that could increase power rates. Ohio Attorney...
College Workshop Set to Assist Parents and Students in Preparing for Higher Education
RACINE - Going to college and navigating the process can be a daunting task, but an upcoming workshop will assist...
Experience the Beauty of Fall Color on a Hike This Weekend
The colors of fall are making their annual appearance across Ohio. COLUMBUS, OH – The weather and fall’s expanding palettes...
Meigs County Corrections Updates Most Wanted List
POMEROY – The Meigs County Community Corrections has issued an updated listing of their 10 most wanted in the county....
Racine Area Drug Bust Results in Two Arrests
Bruce Fleming was arrested in connection with an alleged drug bust. RACINE - Two Meigs County residents have been...
Sheriff Seeking Information on Recent Burglaries
Anyone with information about the recent burglaries should contact the Sheriff's Office. MEIGS COUNTY - The Meigs County Sheriff's Office...
Meigs’ Own Snowville Creamery and Pomeroy Blues and Jazz Fesitval Recongnized at Statehouse
Snowville Creamery is locally produced in Meigs County. The company uses cartons instead of plastic jugs for their milk as...
Election Results
Election Results as of 10:30p.m. 11/4/2014. Governor and Lieutenant Governor Kasich and Taylor - 3,584 - 63.92% Rios and Fitrakis...
Sternwheel Festival Schedule
Sternwheel Festival Schedule Friday 9-12: Art Show & Vendors Open 8:00 p.m. Blues Band Saturday 9-13: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00...
Party in the Park Schedule
2014 Queen Candidates (from L to R):Bethany TheissAshley BakerLauren DunnDanielle IcenhowerAutumn PorterJamie O'Brien - 2013 Runner-UpLacey Hupp - 2013 Party...
Middleport Takes Down Burglary, Meth Lab, and Fires
MIDDLEPORT - On August 13, 2014 Mr. Howard Cecil of 254 Mill Street in Middleport reported to the Middleport Police...
Davenport Stands as an Indepenent Candidate for Commissioner
The Board of Elections hears the arguments concerning Mick Davenport filing as an Independent candidate. Photo by the Meigs Independent...
Meigs County Fair Kicks Off with Parade and Crowning
MEIGS COUNTY - Yesterday the Meigs County fair kicked off with its annual parade and the crowning of the fair...
New Ownership Takes Over for Local Publications
Carrie Gloeckner, left, congratulates Catherine Wolfe, right, on her ownership of the Meigs Independent Press and the Gallia Hometown Herald....
Man Released on Own Recognizance While Child He Allegedly Abused Remains in Critical Condition
Thaddeus Bumgardner MEIGS COUNTY - A child remains in critical condition following alleged abuse by his father. Meigs County Sheriff,...
Holzer Health System Establishes Agreement with MedFlight
Holzer Health System and Meigs County have joined with MedFlight of Ohio as the preferred provider (First-Call) for critical care...
