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Humane society gives tips for keeping pets cool

Local News

Extreme heat advisories don’t apply only to people, but pets too. As temperatures rise throughout the day, it’s important to think about the health and safety of your furry friends. “Unlike humans, dogs do not sweat to regulate their temperatures as efficiently as we do,” said Dr. ...

OSU Master Gardeners welcome community to open house

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The Washington County Ohio State University Extension Master Gardener Volunteer program hosted an open house Wednesday to help the community learn more about its program with the county Juvenile Center and honor Master Gardener Bob Rothwell, who recently passed away. The event welcomed ...

Wood BOE approves more oversight of school construction

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PARKERSBURG — Wood County Schools’ Assistant Superintendent of Operations Kaleb Lawrence would like more oversight on the daily construction of new schools planned for the district. “We have Mr. (Martin) Best, our current clerk of works. He’s going to notify us, but he cannot go ...

Bridges, boats and barges

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A pontoon boat passes under the Putnam Bridge while a barge passes the confluence of the Muskingum and Ohio rivers earlier this week. 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 ...

Sondheim’s papers go to Library of Congress

Entertainment

NEW YORK (AP) — Manuscripts, music and lyric drafts, recordings, notebooks and scrapbooks from Stephen Sondheim have been donated to the Library of Congress, offering the public a chance to see firsthand the creativity of one of musical theater’s giants. The collection includes about ...