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Deadline looms to get petitions on Nov. 4 ballot in Ohio

Local News

MARIETTA — The deadline for petitions to get onto the Nov. 4 general election ballot in Washington County closes at 4 p.m. Aug. 6. The last day to register to vote for the general election closes at 9 p.m. Oct. 6 for those who aren’t already registered. Director of the Washington County ...

Marietta Fife and Drum Corps celebrates history

Community News

MARIETTA — The musical sights and sounds of the American Revolution have been on display recently with the new Marietta Chapter Sons of the American Revolution’s Fife and Drum Corps. The chapter created a ceremonial military-style fife and drum corps as would have been common for most ...

Meigs sheriff: Child porn suspect kills self during arrest attempt

Local News

POMEROY — Authorities are investigating the alleged suicide of an Albany man on child pornography charges while being arrested. Meigs County Sheriff Scott Fitch reported that on Tuesday, at approximately 2:43 p.m., deputies and detectives with the Meigs County Sheriff’s Office were ...

Picture This: Getting Buzzed

Community News

A bee heads towards a bloom on a hollyhock plant late in the day in western Washington County recently. If you have a recent photo that showcases the beauty of the Mid-Ohio Valley, submit it to Art Smith at asmith@newsandsentinel.com for possible inclusion on this page. See more photos at ...

U.S. Senate recognizes Bob Enoch

Community News

PARKERSBURG — A Wood County man involved with the Wood County Historical and Preservation Society has received a certificate from the U.S. Senate. Robert “Bob” Enoch was presented the Certificate of Recognition at the June meeting of the society. The award, signed by U.S. Sen. Shelley ...