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Ironton mayor charged with DUI

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The Mayor of Ironton, Ohio, has been charged with driving under the influence.

Mayor Rich Blankenship confirmed the charge to 13 News. He said he was visiting friends in Kentucky and drank a couple beers.

Blankenship said he was pulled over Sunday morning by Raceland, Ky., Police and then referred other questions to his attorney.

There was no word on his court date.