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President Bill Clinton makes stop at Indian Creek High School

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During his visit, Clinton discussed the differing ideas between President Barack Obama and Republican candidate Mitt Romney regarding the economy
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Pumpkin Harvest Good Despite Dry Summer

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It's been a tough year for farmers across the country. "This should be about six feet high to seven feet, and it's really only three and a half," said Illinois farmer Vernon Stade about his corn crop. The More>>

One year ago: 56 exotic animals on the loose in Zanesville, prompting new laws

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It was one year ago Thursday that Terry Thompson released 56 exotic animals from his property, before taking his own life. More>>

Shooting victim will not cooperate after bizarre incident in Belmont County

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According to Belmont County Sheriff Fred Thompson, the victim was a 43-year-old man of Thompson Ridge Road in Jacobsburg. More>>

NASA Astronaut to give keynote address at Women in Techonology conference

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Dorothy M. Metcalf-Lindenburger will provide the keynote address at the "women in Technology" conference at Oglebay. More>>

Early voting numbers rise in the Buckeye State

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Secretary of State Jon Husted says close to 407,000 residents have already casted their votes in the swing state. More>>

Sandusky asks judge to overturn abuse convictions

Former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky asked a judge on Thursday to overturn his child sexual abuse convictions and grant him a new trial, claiming his lawyers lacked sufficient time to prepare and the... More>>

UPDATE: Man involved in serious Harrison County accident passes away

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Authorities said the accident happened near U.S. Route 250 and 151 in Harrison County. More>>

Crowds pour in to hear President Clinton speak

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Everyone was lined up and ready for President Bill Clinton's arrival as he was expected to be at Indian Creek High School at 2:45 p.m. Some people arrived at 11:30 a.m. doors didn't open until 1:30 p.m. More>>

Day 2 of Coffland trial wraps up

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Day two of the Matt Coffland trial ended Thursday in Belmont County with testimony from a liquor agent. More>>

Police Investigating Fake Bill Passed at Wheeling Business

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Police in Wheeling are investigating another case of counterfeit money. Wednesday, someone used a counterfeit $20 dollar bill at Ideal Provisions along Main Street. According to the owners of the business, More>>

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Hawks Nest aerial tram in W.Va. down for repairs
Hawks Nest aerial tram in W.Va. down for repairs
An aerial tram that takes Hawks Nest State Park visitors into the New River Gorge is under repair.
An aerial tram that takes Hawks Nest State Park visitors into the New River Gorge is under repair.
W.Va. doles out specialty crop grants
W.Va. doles out specialty crop grants
A program that supports specialty crop farmers has awarded $217,000 in federal grants to eight projects in West Virginia.
A program that supports specialty crop farmers has awarded $217,000 in federal grants to eight projects in West Virginia.
WVU officials urge fans to behave responsibly
WVU officials urge fans to behave responsibly
West Virginia University is urging fans to behave responsibly Saturday, when the 17th-ranked Mountaineers face No. 4 Kansas State in Morgantown.
West Virginia University is urging fans to behave responsibly Saturday, when the 17th-ranked Mountaineers face No. 4 Kansas State in Morgantown.
Huntington station tops Amtrak boardings in W.Va.
Huntington station tops Amtrak boardings in W.Va.
Amtrak says it had nearly 55,000 passenger boardings and departures at West Virginia stations last fiscal year.
Amtrak says it had nearly 55,000 passenger boardings and departures at West Virginia stations last fiscal year.
News Minute: Here is the latest West Virginia news from The Associated Press
News Minute: Here is the latest West Virginia news from The Associated Press
The top federal prosecutors in West Virginia launching an anti-voter fraud initiative. In the northern district, U.S. Attorney William Ihlenfeld and Assistant U.S. Attorney Stephen Warner are taking steps to ensure a clean...

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This Hour: Latest Pennsylvania sports
This Hour: Latest Pennsylvania sports
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger left Thursday's practice after turning his right ankle but expects to play on Sunday against Cincinnati.
Sandusky filing says trial violated his rights
Sandusky filing says trial violated his rights
Jerry Sandusky is launching an effort to overturn his child sexual abuse convictions with a set of motions that say there wasn't enough evidence to convict him and the trial wasn't fair.
Jerry Sandusky is launching an effort to overturn his child sexual abuse convictions with a set of motions that say there wasn't enough evidence to convict him and the trial wasn't fair.
This Hour: Latest Pennsylvania news, sports, business and entertainment
This Hour: Latest Pennsylvania news, sports, business and entertainment
Jerry Sandusky is launching an effort to overturn his child sexual abuse convictions with a set of motions that say there wasn't enough evidence to convict him and the trial wasn't fair.
News Minute: Here is the latest Pennsylvania news from The Associated Press
News Minute: Here is the latest Pennsylvania news from The Associated Press
Former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky is asking a judge to overturn his child sex abuse convictions and grant him a new trial. Lawyers for Sandusky filed a 31-page document yesterday on his behalf....
Lawsuit: Aspen Dental clinics operating illegally
Lawsuit: Aspen Dental clinics operating illegally
A federal lawsuit filed in New York claims Aspen Dental Management and the private equity firm that controls it illegally operate dental clinics across the country.
A federal lawsuit filed in New York claims Aspen Dental Management and the private equity firm that controls it illegally operate dental clinics across the country.

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WA apple farmers may see boon from bad weather
WA apple farmers may see boon from bad weather
First, warm spring weather in the Northeast and Midwest tricked apple trees into budding earlier. Then an untimely frost damaged the delicate blossoms.
First, warm spring weather in the Northeast and Midwest tricked apple trees into budding earlier. Then an untimely frost damaged the delicate blossoms.
Ohio's monthly unemployment figures to be released
Ohio's monthly unemployment figures to be released
Ohio officials are preparing to release unemployment figures for September, the last update on job numbers that the swing state's voters will see before the election.
Ohio officials are preparing to release unemployment figures for September, the last update on job numbers that the swing state's voters will see before the election.
This Hour: Latest Ohio news, sports, business and entertainment
This Hour: Latest Ohio news, sports, business and entertainment
The second debate in Ohio's hotly contested U.S. Senate race has been almost vitriolic with Republican challenger Josh Mandel and Democratic U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown clashing on policy issues.
Lawsuit: Aspen Dental clinics operating illegally
Lawsuit: Aspen Dental clinics operating illegally
A federal lawsuit filed in New York claims Aspen Dental Management and the private equity firm that controls it illegally operate dental clinics across the country.
A federal lawsuit filed in New York claims Aspen Dental Management and the private equity firm that controls it illegally operate dental clinics across the country.
US Senate candidates Brown, Mandel in 2nd debate
US Senate candidates Brown, Mandel in 2nd debate
Democratic U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown and Republican challenger Josh Mandel are ready to hold the second of their three campaign debates.
Democratic U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown and Republican challenger Josh Mandel are ready to hold the second of their three campaign debates.

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Stedmund Creech - Ohio Valley's Most Wanted
Stedmund Creech - Ohio Valley's Most Wanted
Updated: Wednesday, August 1 2012 11:18 AM EDT2012-08-01 15:18:54 GMT
Stedmund Creech is wanted for having weapons under disability and felonious assault. He has a known address in Steubenville, Ohio.
Stedmund Creech is wanted for having weapons under disability and felonious assault. He has a known address in Steubenville, Ohio. Authorities think he may be hiding there.

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UPDATE: Man involved in serious Harrison County accident passes away
UPDATE: Man involved in serious Harrison County accident passes away
Updated: Thursday, October 18 2012 6:19 PM EDT2012-10-18 22:19:30 GMT
Authorities said several people have been injured in an accident that involves a tractor trailer and a car at the intersection of U.S. Route 250 and 151 In Harrison County.Authorities said one person was
Authorities said the accident happened near U.S. Route 250 and 151 in Harrison County.
ODH looking for answers at local surgeon's office
ODH looking for answers at local surgeon's office
Updated: Tuesday, October 16 2012 11:18 PM EDT2012-10-17 03:18:24 GMT
A local surgeon's office is among a list of facilities released by The Ohio Department of Health of all Ohio health care providers who purchased medications from New England Compounding Center.
A local surgeon's office is among a list of facilities released by The Ohio Department of Health of all Ohio health care providers who purchased medications from New England Compounding Center.
Wheeling Police Warn Residents of Phone Scams
Wheeling Police Warn Residents of Phone Scams
Updated: Wednesday, October 17 2012 12:54 PM EDT2012-10-17 16:54:56 GMT
Wheeling Police said they have been informed of telephone calls that are suspicious in nature.Police said the caller tells residents they have won a large amount of cash and in some cases a car as well.The
Wheeling Police warn of telephone scams.
RG Steel employment services to receive grant money
RG Steel employment services to receive grant money
Updated: Tuesday, October 16 2012 5:43 PM EDT2012-10-16 21:43:26 GMT
Senator Jay Rockefeller announced that over $450 thousand in federal funding will help make sure state workforce development agencies can continue to help former RG Steel employees find work in West Virginia,
Senator Jay Rockefeller announced that over $450 thousand in federal funding will help make sure state workforce development agencies can continue to help former RG Steel employees find work in West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.
Four School Districts Now Fighting A Common Crime--Counterfeiting
Four School Districts Now Fighting A Common Crime--Counterfeiting
Updated: Tuesday, October 16 2012 6:15 PM EDT2012-10-16 22:15:28 GMT
Someone's been passing phony money at various school events, from football games to band boosters' raffles.Bridgeport School officials have a picture of the man they believe passed a phony fifty and twenty
Someone is passing phony money at school events.