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Vance hits the road to sell the Republicans’ big new tax law

CANTON, Ohio (AP) — Vice President JD Vance promoted Republicans’ new sweeping tax and spending law at a steel plant in his home state on Monday, telling factory workers that the new law would allow them to keep more of their paycheck in their pockets. Vance spoke to a crowd of steel ...

Southeast Ohio deer deaths likely linked to disease

COOLVILLE, Ohio — Coolville residents are concerned about a significant number of deer dying in the area. A representative of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources last week confirmed one positive case of epizootic hemorrhagic disease in Athens County. Another test from a deer found in ...

Nelson to helm Bridgeport schools’ finances

BRIDGEPORT — The Bridgeport Exempted Village School District is welcoming a new assistant treasurer, who is getting ready to take the lead with Bulldog spirit. On July 21, the board of education approved David Nelson as assistant treasurer next school year. He will be mentored under an ...

Making a big splash

MARTINS FERRY — Get ready for one of the most anticipated and refreshing traditions of the summer: the annual Fireman’s Water Battle, part of the Martins Ferry Volunteer Fire Department’s Betty Zane Days Festival this week. This event blends friendly competition, firehouse skills and ...