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Ohio advocates plan to hold lawmakers accountable with anti-gerrymandering reform
Ohio advocates believe lawmakers will finally be able to be held accountable now that an anti-gerrymandering constitutional amendment will be on the November ballot. Unsurprisingly, politicians who benefit from the redistricting process are not in favor of losing that power. Ohio could look drastically different in the coming years. “It was such an incredible feeling […]
What we can VERIFY about the Swan Creek ditch cleanup project
LUCAS COUNTY, Ohio — The Lucas County Engineer's Office wants to make sure residents in Lucas, Fulton and Henry counties know about future watershed work. The office said the work needs to be done to prevent flooding and it's a project that'll cost residents. "I do not have any...
Summer On The Docks Roundup
Enjoy a night of good food and views of the city at The Docks on the east side. The Docks features multiple restaurants with a wide variety of cuisine, including Zia’s Italian, The Real Seafood Company, Glass City Steakhouse and El Vaquero Mexican Restaurant. Zia’s Italian Slices and Sangria...
SWANTON VILLAGE COUNCIL: Bids On Hallet Avenue Work Come In Higher Than Expected
The Swanton Village Council heard updates on future construction on Hallet Avenue during its meeting last week. Village Administrator Shannon Shulters reported bids for the initial phase of work were opened at the end of June, with Ebony Construction coming in at $860,361.15 and Miller Brothers coming in at $988,851.48. The original engineer’s estimate was $740,900.
Defiance Moose Lodge gives grant to Paulding Veterans memorial
The second grant given by the Defiance Moose Lodge #2094 for July was for the Paulding Veterans Memorial. This $1,000 grant will be put towards the current fundraising efforts of a new memorial in Paulding. Pictured receiving the grant are (l-r) John Daeger – Commander VFW Post 587 and Stacy McCartney – Moose Lodge Administrator.
Former fire chief indicted on criminal counts; judge dismisses lawsuit alleging unlawful termination
PORT CLINTON, Ohio — The former Port Clinton fire chief was indicted on 10 criminal counts Wednesday, following accusations he had sexually harassed and assaulted one of his employees. In June 2023, the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation began investigating Kent Johnson on allegations he had sexually harassed a...
Two Cousins’ Pizza new owner Nichole Hamilton debuts new menu
MANSFIELD — The smells of fresh dough and melting cheese mingling with spices and marinara has always greeted each Two Cousins’ Pizza customer walking into the North Main Street shop. Under the ownership of Nichole Hamilton, customers also have the opportunity to venture outside their comfort zones with...
Paulding finds quick solution after recently losing village’s only pharmacy
PAULDING, Ohio (WANE) — After learning in June that Paulding, Ohio’s sole pharmacy would soon be shutting down, county officials quickly rushed to find a solution. According to Paulding County Economic Development (PCED) Director Tim Copsey, the PCED met with the Paulding County Hospital Administrative Board the day after learning Rite Aid would be shutting down its pharmacy with the goal of reaching out to other local pharmacies.
Beyond buses, COTA levy would fund trails, bike paths, sidewalks projects. See where.
Central Ohio leaders have unveiled 150 miles worth of sidewalks, trails, bike paths and other projects that could be built across Franklin County by 2030 if voters approve a sales tax levy this fall. The Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission announced 83 proposed projects Thursday as part of the LinkUs initiative, which a Central...
WARNING: Produce Recalled From MI, OH, IN Stores Due To Listeria
Making sure we eat enough healthy foods is a top priority for ourselves and our families. And that's why many of us buy plenty of fruits and vegetables. However, Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio are urged to check their refrigerators for produce included in an expanded recall in these states. Produce...
CNN Data Reporter Draws Absolutely Brutal Conclusion Over 1 Detail In JD Vance Polling
CNN’s senior political data reporter Harry Enten pointed to a damning piece of polling data that he believes shows that those who best know GOP vice presidential nominee JD Vance actually like him the least. Ohio Sen. Vance has said former president and current GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump...
State Fair opens, will run through Aug. 4
COLUMBUS — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, First Lady Fran DeWine, and Lt. Governor Jon Husted joined Ohio State Fair Executive Director Adam Heffron to open the gates for the first day of the Ohio State Fair. The fair runs from Wednesday, July 24 to Sunday, Aug. 4 and continues...
What’s in a name? Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance has had many of them
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — When it comes to Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance’s name, it’s complicated. The senator from Ohio introduced himself to the world in 2016 when he published his bestselling memoir, “Hillbilly Elegy,” under the name J.D. Vance — “like jay-dot-dee-dot,” he wrote, short for James David. In the book, he explained that this was not the first iteration of his name. Nor would it be the last.
Ohio marijuana retailer expects sales to start ‘in the next couple weeks’
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - The State of Ohio’s Division of Cannabis Control has begun issuing certificates of operation to stores in the Tri-State. Cresco Labs, which operates five stores in the Tri-State, said it received its dual-use operational license. It’s one of 15 dual-use cultivators and processors with certificates of operation in Ohio.
U.S. EPA grants MetroHealth, Trust for Public Land $20M to combat indoor air pollution in poor neighborhoods
CLEVELAND, Ohio – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has awarded more than $20 million in Community Change Grants to the MetroHealth System and the Trust for Public Land in Ohio to take on issues of climate and environmental justice in disadvantaged communities. MetroHealth is to receive $17.2 million and...
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