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Muirfield Avoids Controversy; Will Install Temporary Fence

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A look from former Cincinnati Reds pitcher Kent Mercker back yard in Muirfield where a temporary fence will go up sometime this summer. The golf club had considered a permanent fence
5:03PM
May
17, 2013

Muirfield Village Golf Club has decided to install a temporary fence for the President’s cup this fall instead of a permanent fence it was considering.

Ohio Teen Rape Case Grand Jury Enters Third Day

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Lady Justice sits atop the Jefferson County Courthouse in downtown Steubenville. An eastern Ohio grand jury continues to investigate the case of a 16-year-old girl raped by two high school football players.
3:51PM
May 2, 2013

An eastern Ohio grand jury continues to investigate whether other laws were broken in the case of a 16-year-old girl raped by two high school football players.

Boston Marathon Explosions: Tuesday’s Developments

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A marathon runner, wrapped in a blanket to stay warm after the race, watched Monday as authorities investigated the bombings that shook the finish line area at the Boston Marathon. At least three people were killed and dozens were wounded.
A marathon runner, wrapped in a blanket to stay warm after the race, watched Monday as authorities investigated the bombings that shook the finish line area at the Boston Marathon. At least three people were killed and dozens were wounded.
7:39AM
April
17, 2013

The investigation into the explosions that killed three and injured dozens continues. We’re tracking developments.

Cincinnati Marathon Reviewing Security Procedures

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The race's executive director, Iris Simpson-Bush, says the race already has extensive security and medical response plans in place, but officials will consider whether additional measures are needed.
10:35AM
April
16, 2013

Organizers of Cincinnati’s upcoming Flying Pig Marathon plan are reviewing security measures in the aftermath of the Boston Marathon explosions.

Ohio Wesleyan Celebrates “42″

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Branch Rickey, played in the movie '42' by Harrison Ford, had a long, successful career, but became best known for signing Jackie Robinson in 1945.
12:02PM
April 12, 2013

Ohio native and Ohio Wesleyan alum Branch Rickey made history when he signed Jackie Robinson and broke the color barrier in baseball. The university is holding a series of events to mark the release of the new feature film ’42′.

Muirfield Village Residents Fight Golf Club Fence Plan

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Former Cincinnati Reds pitcher Kent Mercker removed several trees from his backyard and installed new windows in his home to improve his view of the golf course. Now a four-foot fence installed by the golf course could be part of the landscape.
4:20PM
April
9, 2013

In Muirfield, a good fence makes for a good fight. Neighbors are mobilizing to stop the Muirfield Village Golf Club from building a fence to surround the course.

OSU Forward Deshaun Thomas To Go Pro

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OSU forward Deshaun Thomas was a member of the Ohio State basketball team that recently competed for a spot in the final four round of the NCAA March Madness Tournament.
3:15PM
April
5, 2013

The Ohio State Athletic Department says Deshaun Thomas, a junior forward on the men’s basketball team, plans to go pro.

Blue Jackets Make Big Splash At NHL Trade Deadline

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The Columbus Blue Jackets made three trades, which included obtaining three-time all-star Marian Gaborik, on Wednesday.
4:20PM
April
3, 2013

The Columbus Blue Jackets acquired all-star right winger Marian Gaborik prior to this afternoon’s NHL trade deadline in an attempt to make the playoffs. They also parted with former rookie of the year goalie Steve Mason.

Buckeyes Headed Back To Elite Eight

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Ohio State will face ninth-seeded Wichita State, a 72-58 winner Thursday over No. 13 seed La Salle.
8:25AM
March
29, 2013

LaQuinton Ross hit the tiebreaking 3-pointer with 2 seconds to play, and Ohio State advanced to the brink of its second straight Final Four appearance with a 73-70 victory over Arizona on Thursday night in the West Regional semifinals.

OSU Heads To Fourth-Straight Sweet 16

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Ohio State plays Arizona Thursday night in the "Sweet 16" in Los Angeles.
8:19AM
March
25, 2013

Aaron Craft hit a 3-pointer with a half-second left, and Ohio State escaped Dayton – a place of heartaches – as the lone high seed left in the NCAA tournament’s wild West Regional, beating Iowa State 78-75 on Sunday.