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Record US drought sparks worries about fires, water supply and food prices

The contiguous United States is experiencing record drought levels for this time of year, according to weather data. Meteorologists warn this could worsen wildfire risks, food prices, and water issues in the West. Over 61% of the Lower 48 states are in moderate to exceptional drought. This ...

Ohio spending more than $3M to fight violent crime

Ohio taxpayers will spend $3.4 million for grants to Ohio law enforcement agencies. The new round of grants will go to 44 agencies in 28 counties will hopes of reducing violent crime through additional personnel and technology upgrades, Gov. Mike DeWine announced. The grants range from ...

Republicans plan big spending to keep Ohio’s Senate seat

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — As he seeks to retain his U.S. Senate seat this fall, Ohio Republican Jon Husted has been unable to escape the shadow of a $60 million bribery scandal that has roiled state politics for more than five years. Husted was recently called to testify as a defense witness in ...

Boil order issued for South 17th, South 16th, Wetzel in Weirton

WEIRTON – The Weirton Area Water Board has issued a boil order for all customers on South 17th Street, South 16th Street and Wetzel Street following repairs to a water line in the area today. Those living in the affected area are advised to bring all water to a boil, let it boil for one ...

Ohio Valley Health Center helps patient rebuild health, life

STEUBENVILLE — Helping people who might have fallen through the cracks is one of the many important goals of the Ohio Valley Health Center. And for that, Ray Scurry is a thankful man. The 55-year-old Steubenville resident had operated Heavenly Rides, what was then the largest cab service in ...