In the Open: Are the days of thunder over for the Ruffed Grouse?
One thing that many younger hunters and outdoor lovers have not experienced here in Ohio, or western West Virginia for...
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Daring move frees Austin C. Settoon from Racine Locks and Dam
RACINE - Following a daring move, the Austin C. Settoon has been freed from the Racine Locks and Dam....
Austin C. Settoon hung up in Racine Locks and Dam
RACINE, Ohio – The Austin C. Settoon has gone through a tainter gate and currently is stuck in the...
Crashed tow and barges to remain against Racine dam for now
RACINE, Ohio – The Austin C. Settoon will be staying put against the Racine Locks and Dam at least for...
Concealed carry report shows record number of licenses issued in 2016
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today issued a report indicating that more than 158,000 concealed carry...
Boat with barges strikes Racine Locks and Dam
RACINE – A barge has collided with the Racine Locks and Dam. The muddy Ohio River current proved too much...
For Statehood Day, AG DeWine reminds schools about Ohio Government Videos
COLUMBUS, Ohio — In recognition of Ohio Statehood Day (March 1), Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today reminded government classes...
Southern FFA observes National FFA Week
RACINE – Southern FFA has been celebrating National FFA Week Feb. 27-March 3 with activities involving the whole school. On...
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...
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....
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...
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 started this week
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Students intending to participate in the third year of College Credit Plus, the successful program that provides...
Judge grants preliminary injunction on contested Rutland property sale
POMEROY – Judge D. Dean Evans has returned a ruling to grant the injunction blocking the Village of Rutland from...
Sheriff’s bond issue failed for lack of second to make May ballot
Meigs County Sheriff Keith Wood discusses the proposed bond issue with County Commissioners Randy Smith and Tim Ihle at a...
County contends taxpayers to be ‘on the hook’ if injunction not granted, awaiting judge’s ruling
County Commissioner Randy Smith gives testimony as he is questioned by Meigs County Prosecutor James Stanley at the injunction hearing....
Runaway teen sought by Meigs Juvenile Court
Franklin (Dalton) Dickens, 16 UPDATE: Franklin Dalton Dickens has been found and is safe according to the Meigs County Juvenile...
Arguments heard on injunction for disputed Rutland property
POMEROY – Arguments were heard in the Meigs County Court of Common Pleas Friday, Feb. 10, 2017 in the matter...
Smith awarded U.S. Department of State scholarship to study abroad
Gage Smith will be studying in Ghana. Submitted photo. POMEROY - Clinton Gage Smith, a student at The Ohio State...
