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07/08/2024

Surrounded by family, Jean “Rosie” Meadway (Dillinger) passed away on July 5, 2024, in Louisville, KY, at the age of 77. Born on May 14, 1947, in Jackson, Ohio and graduating from Jackson High School in 1965, Rosie was known for her vibrant spirit, caring nature, and giving heart. Rosie is survived by her devoted husband, John Meadway; her son, […]

Surrounded by family, Jean “Rosie” Meadway (Dillinger) passed away on July 5, 2024, in Louisville, KY, at the age of 77. Born on May 14, 1947, in Jackson, Ohio and graduating from Jackson High School in 1965, Rosie was known for her vibrant spirit, caring nature, and giving heart. Rosie is survi...

07/08/2024

The Wellston OHillCo Society's "Celebration of our Nation" was held on Saturday, July 6, 2024. This photo gallery features photos from Wellston's Pride Park, Parade and Fireworks. (Telegram Photos by Jeremiah Shaver)

07/08/2024

Frederick Benjamin “Fred” Altherr, age 91, of Jackson passed away Friday, July 5, 2024, at the Holzer Medical Center of Gallipolis, Ohio. He was born February 24, 1933, in Jackson, Ohio to the late Fred and Katherine Whaley Altherr. He served in the Marines during the Korean War. He was a retired teacher, having taught in the Jackson City Schools, […]

Frederick Benjamin “Fred” Altherr, age 91, of Jackson passed away Friday, July 5, 2024, at the Holzer Medical Center of Gallipolis, Ohio. He was born February 24, 1933, in Jackson, Ohio to the late Fred and Katherine Whaley Altherr. He served in the Marines during the Korean War. He was a retire...

07/08/2024

Arnold Ray Rife, 67, went home with his Lord to reunite with the love of his life, Rita, on Saturday morning, July 6, 2024, at his home near Wellston. He was born in Mason, West Virginia on March 25, 1957, to the late Hurley Wayne Rife and Mildred L. Cleland Rife. He attended Wellston High School and married his late […]

Arnold Ray Rife, 67, went home with his Lord to reunite with the love of his life, Rita, on Saturday morning, July 6, 2024, at his home near Wellston. He was born in Mason, West Virginia on March 25, 1957, to the late Hurley Wayne Rife and Mildred L. Cleland Rife. He attended Wellston High School an...

07/08/2024

Travel Notice: At this time (8:48 a.m. on Monday, July 8, the right lane of the westbound lanes of US Route 35 near Brohard Road is closed due to a motor vehicle crash. The crash involves a single box truck that went off the roadway into the median and flipped on its side. Slow down when approaching the area as crews work to clear the scene.

07/08/2024

Morning Coffee News Quiz: The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office was warning the public of a “spoofing call” incident this past week. Can you name who the scammer had identified himself as? (This is just for fun! Look for a new question each week on Monday)

07/08/2024

Coalton Mayor Jim Milliken has called a special meeting of Coalton Village Council for Tuesday, July 9, at 6 p.m. at the Coalton Community Building. The mayor reports the purpose of the meeting is to address the Coalton Volunteer Fire Department officer positions. There will likely be an executive session to discuss personnel. The council may take any action necessary […]

Coalton Mayor Jim Milliken has called a special meeting of Coalton Village Council for Tuesday, July 9, at 6 p.m. at the Coalton Community Building. The mayor reports the purpose of the meeting is to address the Coalton Volunteer Fire Department officer positions. There will likely be an executive s...

07/07/2024

Demolition work is winding down at the Mike's Dari-Freeze and the former Willis Brothers Carpet location at the intersection of State Routes 93 and 349 near Lake Alma in Wellston. (Telegram Photo By Red Thompson, Jr.)

07/07/2024

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Haislop crowned new Miss County Saturday night
Leila Haislop (center) was crowned Miss Vinton County while the First Attendant is Reegan Johnson (left) and the Second Attendant is Kascylin Cartee (right). Haislop is sponsored by Seitz Trucking, Inc. and is excited to begin her reign. Johnson told The Telegram she is looking forward to representing Vinton County around the state. (Telegram Photo By Red Thompson, Jr.)

07/07/2024

The monthly Jackson City School District Board of Education Meeting, which was scheduled for Tuesday evening, July 9, has been canceled. The next meeting of the Jackson City Board of Education will take place on Tuesday, Aug. 13 at 6 p.m. in Room 110 at Jackson High School.

07/07/2024

Miss Vinton County Crowning Ceremony

07/07/2024

Tune in to watch the 2024 “Celebration of our Nation” Fireworks Display! This event is organized by the Wellston OHillCo Society. (7-6-24)

07/07/2024

Interview with new Miss Vinton County Court

07/07/2024

MISS Vinton County Awards and Winners

07/07/2024

A family of five lost their home and most of their belongings when a fire ripped through their mobile home while they were away from home at 1284 Wills Road, Ray on Saturday, July 6. This location is in Jackson Township in the northwestern section of Jackson County. Acting Coalton Fire Chief Brandon Gilliland reports that Howard Bowen and his […]

A family of five lost their home and most of their belongings when a fire ripped through their mobile home while they were away from home at 1284 Wills Road, Ray on Saturday, July 6. This location is in Jackson Township in the northwestern section of Jackson County. Acting Coalton Fire Chief Brandon...

07/06/2024

Come see the very patriotic PorterHouse tonight (July 6) at The Wellston OHillCo Society's Celebration of Our Nation ! He will be doing a live remote (Mix 96 FM - WKOV) next to The Depot in downtown Wellston. Be sure to stop by this evening and see the Street Team for a chance to “spin to win!” Don’t forget to tune to 96.7 FM for the firework soundtrack at 10 p.m.

07/06/2024

Tune in to watch the 2024 “Celebration of our Nation” Parade in Wellston! This event is organized by the Wellston OHillCo Society. (7-6-24)

07/06/2024

Tune in to learn more about the 2024 edition of “Celebration of our Nation” in Pride Park in downtown Wellston! This event is organized by the Wellston OHillCo Society. (7-6-24)

07/06/2024

Tune in to watch the kick off of the 2024 edition of “Celebration of our Nation” in Pride Park in downtown Wellston! Followed by the announcement of 2024 Hometown Hero. This event is organized by the Wellston OHillCo Society. (7-6-24)

07/06/2024

The State Fire Marshal’s Office has been called in to investigate a fire which destroyed a mobile home on Saturday, July 6 at 1284 Wills Road, Ray. This location is in Jackson Township in the northwestern section of Jackson County. Jackson County Sheriff Tedd Frazier reports that authorities were notified of the fire at 1:30 p.m. Saturday. The Coalton Fire […]

The State Fire Marshal’s Office has been called in to investigate a fire which destroyed a mobile home on Saturday, July 6 at 1284 Wills Road, Ray. This location is in Jackson Township in the northwestern section of Jackson County. Jackson County Sheriff Tedd Frazier reports that authorities were ...

07/06/2024

Today, Kathi Steele from the Herbert Wescoat Memorial Library is in!

07/06/2024

A Hamden man, who was previously convicted by a Vinton County jury of ra**ng two girls under the age of 10, has been ordered to spend the remainder of his life in prison. The fate of the defendant, 46-year-old David Longworth, became known when the judge assigned to hear the case, D. Dean Evans of Gallia County, issued a sentencing […]

A Hamden man, who was previously convicted by a Vinton County jury of ra**ng two girls under the age of 10, has been ordered to spend the remainder of his life in prison. The fate of the defendant, 46-year-old David Longworth, became known when the judge assigned to hear the case, D. Dean Evans of G...

07/05/2024

Vchs Marching Band

07/05/2024

Former Oak Hill High School teacher, administrator and basketball coach Doug Hale was the grand marshal for the Oak Hill Athletic Boosters 4th of July Parade on Wednesday evening, July 3. Hale was recently inducted into the Ohio High School Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame. Hale (right) is pictured with his granddaughter, Baylee Crabtree (left), just prior to the start […]

Former Oak Hill High School teacher, administrator and basketball coach Doug Hale was the grand marshal for the Oak Hill Athletic Boosters 4th of July Parade on Wednesday evening, July 3. Hale was recently inducted into the Ohio High School Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame. Hale (right) is pictured w...

07/05/2024

A planned road-improvement/expansion project in the city of Jackson is expected to pave the way for many new local jobs. It was announced earlier this year that the State Controlling Board had awarded a $1,707,033 Roadwork Development Grant from the Ohio Department of Development (ODOD) to the Jackson County Commissioners for the construction and paving of General Tibbets Drive between […]

A planned road-improvement/expansion project in the city of Jackson is expected to pave the way for many new local jobs. It was announced earlier this year that the State Controlling Board had awarded a $1,707,033 Roadwork Development Grant from the Ohio Department of Development (ODOD) to the Jacks...

07/05/2024

Publicly at least, the future direction of tourism/marketing activities in Vinton County is unclear at this time. The Vinton County Commissioners and the Vinton County Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) have taken unprecedented steps this week. During the Commissioners’ meeting held on Tuesday, July 2, they voted to suspend the three-percent lodging tax payments to the CVB while also announcing […]

Publicly at least, the future direction of tourism/marketing activities in Vinton County is unclear at this time. The Vinton County Commissioners and the Vinton County Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) have taken unprecedented steps this week. During the Commissioners’ meeting held on Tuesday, ...

07/05/2024

This year, the 169th Annual Jackson County Fair will be a little spread out initially — ahead of its complete weeklong schedule. The Jackson County Fairgrounds (96 Meadow Run Road in Wellston) will be open on Sunday, July 7, for two 4-H related events: Skillathon Contest (12-4 p.m.) and Carcass Contest Live Show (7 p.m.). Admission that day is free […]