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Top stories for Thursday, April 9, 2015:

Severe Weather Preparedness

MUSKINGUM COUNTY, OHIO (WHIZ) – Tornados and thunderstorms are very common during the spring and summer months. The Red Cross recommend that you heed the warnings supplied by the National Weather Service. AmeriCorps member, Martha Staley said that you should have a plan in place for when that sever weather strikes, as will as a stocked emergency kit.

Late Spring Equals More Pollen

MUSKINGUM COUNTY, OHIO (WHIZ) – According to doctors at Rutgers University a late release of pollen may cause a more intense allergy season this year. Physician assistant, Kristin Davis people with asthma and allergy problems should take precautions before heading outdoors.

Z-M Chamber Spring Golf Tournament

MUSKINGUM COUNTY, OHIO (WHIZ) – The Chamber of Commerce’s Second Annual Spring Golf Tournament will be held at Green Valley on May 22nd. Chamber businesses can register now by contacting the chamber of commerce at www.zmchamber.com or by calling (740) 455-8282.

Ohio Gun Proposal

COLUMBUS, OHIO (AP) – State lawmakers are considering a proposal that would allow certain gun owners to carry concealed weapons without permits. According to the National Rifle Association, Alaska, Arizona, Vermont, Kansas and Wyoming have such policies.

President Obama Calls for End of Conversion Therapies

WASHINGTON (AP) – President Barack Obama is calling for an end to therapies aimed at changing the sexual orientation or gender identity of gay, lesbian and transgender youth. The move comes in response to an online petition asking the White House to ban the therapies.