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New Ohio law mandates defibrillators in schools and sports venues after Damar Hamlin's cardiac arrest
A new Ohio law will require automatic external defibrillators, or AEDs, to be placed in nearly every school or sports and recreation venue in the state, a change prompted by the sudden cardiac arrest of Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin during a Monday Night Football game in Cincinnati last year. Hamlin praised the proposal's backers, the state Legislature and Republican Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine, who signed the bill Tuesday, for saving lives. "I'll always consider Ohio my second home, and I'm delighted that this new law makes the places around the state where young people learn, play, and compete safer, more resilient,...
Ohio fire departments dealing with staffing shortfall
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A special day at the Ohio Fire Academy -- 19 cadets committed to making an impact in their communities. The group graduated and is set to get to work immediately. Their efforts are needed now more than ever as departments deal with staffing shortages. It's...
One Ohio State football player has a chance to leave a legacy
Last season, Emeka Egbuka's year with the Ohio State football team was ruined because of an ankle injury. He will be starting as the WR1 in 2024. Currently, there's a lot of hype surrounding him and what he could do this season after what he showed a couple of years ago.
Metropolitan Division: Patrik Laine Cleared to Return, on NHL Trade Block
Earlier in the summer, we learned that Columbus Blue Jackets forward Patrik Laine was a candidate to be moved via NHL trade. However, due to his attendance in the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program, those discussions were put on pause. Now, the 26-year-old Finnish sniper is reportedly cleared to return from the assistance program — via Elliotte Friedman — which means the Blue Jackets have free rein to discuss a trade with other teams. In fact, it appears that step has already been taken, as the 26-year-old and his agent have been given permission to speak with other teams.
Chillicothe mayor receives second “Notice of Violation” from Ohio EPA
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Chillicothe Mayor Luke Feeney was informed this week of a second notice of violation from the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) concerning the Chillicothe Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP). In a letter addressed to Mayor Feeney, the Ohio EPA’s Division of Surface Water (DSW) outlined multiple issues...
Young child dies after crash in Concord Township, several others injured
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash in Concord Township that claimed the life of a young child. The crash occurred on Saturday around 4:06 p.m. 47-year-old Courtney Frederick of Ofstrander was driving a Dodge Durango, with Christopher Frederick and three children...
Four-Star 2025 Shooting Guard Kiyan Anthony, Son Of Carmelo Anthony, Places Ohio State In Top Six
Ohio State remains in striking distance for one of the more notable 2025 recruits, as Glen Head (N.Y.) Long Island Lutheran four-star shooting guard Kiyan Anthony (6-5, 185), the son of NBA legend and 10-time All-Star Carmelo Anthony, placed Ohio State in his list of top six schools on Thursday.
Indiana coach Curt Cignetti said he channeled Jim Tressel when saying Ohio State 'sucks'
When he was introduced at an Indiana men's basketball game last December, new football coach Curt Cignetti did not hold back. "I don't plan on taking a back seat to anybody," Cignetti told the Hoosier faithful. "Purdue sucks, but so does Michigan and Ohio State. Go IU." When Cignetti was asked to...
ACL Guardians Play Their Last Game, Valera, Devers and Gonzalez Go Deep Thursday
Doug Nikhazy finally got roughed up in AAA after his unbelievable start. He gave up 6 runs on 8 hits with just 2 strikeouts to 2 walks in 5 innings pitched. His AAA ERA is still at an awesome 2.77 despite the poor start today. That being said, Randy Labaut...
Food Truck and Fun Fest takes to the street this weekend
WHITEHALL, Ohio (WCMH) – Food trucks, entertainers and local vendors return this Saturday for the 11th annual Food Truck and Fun Fest. The festival is a free event that will feature 36 food trucks and 34 local vendors, crafters and service providers who will offer an array of homemade goods for purchase. For the first […]
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