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Out on a limb

A robin pauses to take a rest high in a tree near Belpre recently. If you have a recent photo that showcases the beauty of the Mid-Ohio Valley, submit it to Art Smith at asmith@mariettatimes.com for possible inclusion on this page. See more photos at Instagram.com/mariettatimes.

Backers urge Ohio lawmakers to require absentee voters to mail in copy of ID

By Nick Evans Special to The Times A Republican Ohio lawmaker wants absentee voters to include a copy of their photo ID with their ballot. Last week the idea’s supporters got a chance to weigh in. They insisted Ohio House Bill 577 would enhance security and promote voter confidence. ...

Washington County Republicans look to keep momentum going

The Washington County Republican Party held its annual Lincoln Day Dinner Tuesday at the Tower Event and Conference Center in Marietta with local and state candidates on hand to speak to those in attendance. Belpre Mayor Suzan Abdella opened the event by saying she was amazed at how closely ...

Morrisey signs bill repealing high school transfer rule

LANSING, W.Va. — Gov. Patrick Morrisey said Tuesday he signed a bill repealing the controversial student transfer rule after high school sports regulators agreed to address the issue, but action remains on many other bills with a key deadline approaching. Morrisey said he signed House Bill ...