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Putting out fires while using less water
April 12, 2011 The concept of “surround and drown” has been a basic firefighting concept since the first fire brigades formed. more »»
New technology keeps police officers safer
April 12, 2011 Over the years, Marietta Police Capt. Jeff Waite said he has seen tremendous advancements in technology that help keep officers safe and better solve crimes. more »»
Local man taps solar energy as renewable resource
April 12, 2011 LITTLE HOCKING — A decade ago, Mike Neeley started using solar panels to generate power at Bramble Creek Farm, the Little Hocking farm he owns with his wife, Jackie LeBert. more »»
Sustainable farming, diversifying trends in agriculture
April 12, 2011 Agriculture has a long history in Washington County but that doesn’t mean local farmers are averse to trying new techniques and approaches. more »»
Recreation opportunities
April 12, 2011 Whether you’re a walker, runner, skater, biker, swimmer, tennis or softball player, recreational opportunities abound in Mariett. more »»
Government office communicating with public
April 12, 2011 Thanks to ever-advancing technology, communicating with the public has become a lot easier for local governments. more »»
Local airport hopes to see recent momentum continue
April 12, 2011 With legislation pending that could disrupt commercial air service at the Mid-Ohio Valley Regional Airport, airport manager Terry Moore said he remains optimistic. more »»
Region hopes to tap into solar power
April 12, 2011 A project that could make Noble County a hub for integrated energy options and create hundreds of jobs needs final approval from the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio before moving forward. more »»
Interest in wind technology picks up
April 12, 2011 As wind and solar energy become more popular around the nation, officials in Marietta are for the first time considering legislation that would allow home and business owners to use the alternative... more »»
Kindles, iPads used in classrooms
April 12, 2011 High school and college students are often eager to get their hands on the newest technology. At the Washington County Career Center and Marietta College, they can do that in clas. more »»
Planetarium offers unique education
April 12, 2011 Roughly 18,000 people have walked through the doors of the Anderson Hancock Planetarium on the Marietta College campus since it opened in May 2009, including many students from around the Mid-Ohio... more »»
New careers through retraining
April 12, 2011 With Washington County’s unemployment rate topping 10 percent in recent years and the economy changing, local workers have had to be innovative and creative when it comes to updating their skills fo... more »»
Teens encouraged to set career goals
April 12, 2011 Career education in Washington County isn’t limited to an aptitude test and some pointers on filling out a resume. more »»
New tools to refresh Marietta’s historic image
April 12, 2011 It may be true that history can never be new, but it can certainly feel that way, say those who have the job of marketing history—one of the area’s most valuable commoditie. more »»
Internet the key to getting Marietta’s message out there
April 12, 2011 The Marietta-Washington County Convention and Visitors Bureau aims to encourage increased state and local tax revenue, job stimulation and economic growth and development by marketing the Marietta... more »»
Merging hospitals increase services
April 12, 2011 The merger of Marietta Memorial and Selby General hospitals in 2008 and the recent merger of Camden-Clark and St. more »»
Hospital personnel see improvements with mergers
April 12, 2011 When multiple hospitals join together, forming one large health care system, not only are patients affected but personnel is as wel. more »»
Rising cost of gas spurs interest in electric cars
April 12, 2011 Local interest in hybrid or electric cars is only likely to go up, especially as gas prices continue to increase, local car dealers say. more »»
Schools see ongoing trend in ‘cleaner,’ safer buses
April 12, 2011 The Ohio Department of Education estimates that 1.3 million Ohio children ride school buses to and from school every da. more »»
Hydroponics: Ancient technique catching on again
April 12, 2011 Hydroponics may be growing in popularity locally but it’s hardly a new technique. more »» 
21st Annual Golf Scramble May 18, 2012 The American Red Cross of Washington County 21st annual Golf Scramble, Lakeside Golf Course in Beverly; registration 7:30 a.m. (with coffee & donuts); shotgun start 8:30 a.m. more » Community Events |
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