Fabalish Inc. Recalls “Kickin’ Carrot Falafel Bites” Because of Possible E. coli 
Athens Set to Receive Part of Ohio Development Investment to Strengthen Businesses, Transform Communities 
Washington County in Top 10 for Youth Hunters Two-day Firearms Season 
James “Jim” Ysseldyke 
Philip “Joe” Joseph Custer 
Kiersten Noelle Fitch, 19
Kiersten Noelle Fitch, 19 Kiersten Noelle Fitch, 19, of Middleport, Ohio, passed away on Monday, July 25, 2022 in Columbus,...
Malissa M. Sullivan, 75
Malissa M. Sullivan, 75 Malissa M. Sullivan, 75, of Columbus, passed away at her daughter Shiela Cullums, residence Wednesday July...
Meigs Health Today: Public Health Nuisances
Meigs Health Today: Public Health Nuisances By Steve Swatzel, RS., Director of Environmental Health A public health nuisance is a legally actionable...
One in Juvenile Custody Following Alleged Assault of Another
One in Juvenile Custody Following Alleged Assault of Another POMEROY, Ohio - One individual is in custody following allegations of...
Meigs Chamber to Host Community Pool Party
Photo by Madalyn Wood. Meigs Chamber to Host Community Pool Party SYRACUSE, Ohio - A night of free swimming is...
Meigs County and Surrounding Areas Under Flood Watch Through Friday
Meigs County and Surrounding Areas Under Flood Watch Through Friday RACINE, Ohio - The National Weather Service has issued a...
Meigs County Community Calendar
Meigs County Community Calendar If you would like to submit an event or meeting, send information to [email protected]. July 30Bitanga's...
Manuel Sworn in as Commissioner
Zachary Manuel, left, is takes the oath of office as administered by Judge Scott Powell. Photo by Brent Rose. Manuel...
Brittney Renee Brooks, 33
Brittney Renee Brooks, 33 Brittney Renee Brooks, 33, of Athens, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, July 24, 2022. She was born...
Rutland to Hold Public Hearing on Possible Village Income Tax
Rutland to Hold Public Hearing on Possible Village Income Tax RUTLAND, Ohio - The Mayor and Village Council will hold...
Experts say Healthy Listening Habits Can Prevent Hearing Loss
Experts say Healthy Listening Habits Can Prevent Hearing Loss By Mary Schuermann Kuhlman Hearing loss is on the rise, and...
21st Big Bend Blues Bash August 5-6, 2022
21st Big Bend Blues Bash August 5-6, 2022 POMEROY, Ohio - The Pomeroy Blues and Jazz Festival returns August 5-6,...
Meigs County Aug. 2 Primary Election Ballot
Meigs County Aug. 2 Primary Election Ballot POMEROY, Ohio- The special Primary Election Day is quickly approaching on August 2,...
Elva Dean Barnitz, 103
Elva Dean Barnitz, 103 Elva Dean Barnitz, 103, of Pomeroy, OH, passed away Saturday, July 23, 2022, at her residence. She...
Joyce Vivian Kucera Vales, 92
Joyce Vivian Kucera Vales, 92 Joyce Vivian Kucera Vales, 92, of Long Bottom, Ohio (formerly of Elyria, Ohio) passed into...
Meigs County Weekly Construction Update: Week of July 25, 2022
Meigs County Weekly Construction Update: Week of July 25, 2022 MARIETTA, Ohio - The following construction projects are anticipated to affect...
More Rain and Heat in the Forecast for the Week Ahead
More Rain and Heat in the Forecast for the Week Ahead RACINE, Ohio - The weather this week will be...
From the Editor’s Desk: The Journey Continues
Where the journey began, at the Meigs County with a photo taken by Charlene Hoeflich. From the Editor's Desk: The...
Nana’s Kitchen: Crock Pot Baked Beans
Beans cooked and ready to serve. Enjoy! Nana's Kitchen photo. Nana's Kitchen: Crock Pot Baked Beans Greetings, home cooks, welcome...
Meigs County Fair Returns with Old Favorites and a Few Changes for 2022
Meigs County Fair file photo. Meigs Independent Press photo. Meigs County Fair Returns with Old Favorites and a Few Changes...
Saturday Storm Knocks Out Power, Takes Down Trees in Meigs County
Drainage ditches could not hold the amount of rain that fell on July 23, 2022 on Vine Street in Racine,...
The Church Mouse: Taking the Lord’s Name in Vain
The Church Mouse: Taking the Lord's Name in Vain “You shall not misuse the name of the Lord your God."...
As Globe Warms, Infected Pines Starve and Disease-Causing Fungi Thrive
As Globe Warms, Infected Pines Starve and Disease-Causing Fungi Thrive COLUMBUS, Ohio – The high heat and low water conditions...
Nina Patricia Butcher, 86
Nina Patricia Butcher, 86 Nina Patricia Butcher, 86, of Middleport, Ohio, passed away, in Overbrook Rehab Center, Thursday, July 21,...
Mary L. Shuler, 91
Mary L. Shuler, 91 Mary L. Shuler, 91, of Racine, passed away, at 7:25 p.m. on Wednesday, July 20, 2022...