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Stivers, Wenstrup join call to halt Syrian refugees

WASHINGTON - Both of the Scioto Valley’s U.S. representatives have joined the growing calls for the suspension of admitting Syrian refugees in the wake of last week’s terrorist attacks in Paris. Rep. Steve Stivers, R-Upper Arlington, and Rep. Brad Wenstrup, R-Cincinnati, say admitting the refugees b...

Wenstrup issues statement on Syrian refugees

Congressman Brad Wenstrup (R-Cincinnati) released the following statement on the resettlement of Syrian refugees in the United States: “At this point in time, the United States should move to indefinitely suspend the admittance of Syrian refugees. It is impossible to properly vet these individuals w...

Veterans recognized at SSU

Scores of veterans enjoyed lunch, a T-shirt and visiting with agencies involved in serving them during the 21st Annual Veterans Recognition Day at Shawnee State University (SSU). Michael Hughes of SSU was in charge of the event. “This is put together by the community,” Hughes said. “The university p...

Wenstrup introduces resolution to recognize veterans

CINCINNATI — U.S. Rep. Brad Wenstrup has introduced a resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives to recognize and honor veterans who have also served as first responders and law enforcement officials in their communities. Known as Dual Service Recognition Day, House Resolution 516 mirrors a sim...

Wenstrup supports House long-term highway bill

After a series of short extensions this year, the House of Representatives passed a long-term highway bill Thursday for the nation’s roads and transportation systems without any tax increases. Congressman Brad Wenstrup, who supported the package of House amendments to authorize a six-year highway an...

Union Twp. man recognized for two decades of service

After more than two decades of service, Chris Smith was recently honored by the Clermont County Commissioners. The award which was given to Smith by both the commissioners and U.S. Rep. Brad Wenstrup (R-2nd District) was in recognition of Smith’s length and variety of service in the community. Smith...

SOPC Walk for Life enjoys record turnout

A record number of walkers enjoyed a perfect late-summer morning for the 23rd annual Southern Ohio Pregnancy Center Walk for Life on Saturday, Sept. 19. "Let's give God a hand for this beautiful day," Southern Ohio Pregnancy Center executive director Cathy Griffith asked the hundreds of walkers in a...

VA Provider Equity Act Achieves Major Milestone

The VA Provider Equity Act (HR 3016) took a big step forward today when it was unanimously approved by the full House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. The APMA-driven legislation became the vehicle for roughly 30 other bills during today’s hearing, creating a new omnibus bill that addresses several V...

Answers behind Centrifuge decision still sought

PIKETON — While trying to figure out how to reverse the Department of Energy’s decision to end funding for the American Centrifuge Plant Sept. 30, members of Ohio’s congressional delegation are still seeking a good explanation of the thinking behind the decision. DOE stated nearly a week ago that it...