JVS students earn EKG certification

Certification earned after completing coursework, 100 clinical hours and passing the National Healthcareer Association exam

Four individuals in blue scrubs standing in front of a brick wall.

Pictured are Brianna Householder, Kimber Rogers, Honorae Dowdel and Dana Haynes.

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Published May 2, 2026 - 8:46 a.m.

Four health technologies students at Jefferson County Joint Vocational School earned EKG certification after completing coursework, 100 clinical hours and passing the National Healthcareer Association exam.

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Harrison County Home generator to be rebid

Only two bids were received for the project, and Commissioner Dustin Corder again expressed surprise at the low number of bids

Scio veteran inducted into Ohio State Army ROTC Hall of Fame

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Harrison Central seniors earn bench through service project

Their project focused on sustainability while also creating a lasting tribute to a fellow student

Bowerston Council hears first reading of water surcharge increase

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