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Outdoors: September is when all fun hunting begins
With September now upon us, some Ohio hunters might be wondering what happened to Christopher “CJ” Alexander, who pleaded not guilty to 23 charges in Clinton County on June 21, alleging he poached what would have been the state’s No. 1 whitetail deer with a gross score of more than 200 inches, according to court records. The Wilmington, Ohio, resident has had two hearings since — July 19, when discovery was presented to the defendant, and then last Friday, where his bond was continued and a final pretrial hearing was set for Oct. 15. Also the state’s civil case seeking...
It’s Illegal To Mow Your Lawn Outside Of These Hours In Ohio
While the cooler months are just around the corner in Ohio, there is still plenty of time before we trade lawnmowers for snowblowers. And while we can't always schedule an exact time for lawn maintenance, you could be operating your lawnmower during hours that can get you fined in the Buckeye state.
Overdose Awareness Day: What is naloxone?
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A recent survey finds that less than a quarter of Americans feel like they could help treat an overdose. Saturday, Aug. 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day, which aims to end the stigmas around drug overdoses. A crucial step is explaining what naloxone is and how it can save lives. “Naloxone […]
OSHP ups patrols over Labor Day weekend
This Labor Day weekend, it will probably be wise to have a designated driver if you have a few drinks since the Ohio State Highway Patrol will by stepping enforcement to get impaired drivers off the road. “Everyone traveling Ohio’s roads plays a part in keeping them safe this Labor Day,” said Colonel Charles A. […] The post OSHP ups patrols over Labor Day weekend appeared first on The Tribune.
Ohio looking for businesses to become Recovery Friendly Workplaces
CINCINNATI, OHIO (WLIO) - Ohio wants to see more businesses support, not punish, people who are dealing with mental health and substance use disorders. According to Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, just over 19% of Ohio adults have a substance use disorder. So, this week the state has announced the Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace program. It is designed to create job opportunities for people in recovery and combat the stigma of substance use disorder and mental health issues in the workplace.
Why are flags at half-staff in Ohio?
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Gov. Mike DeWine has ordered U.S. and Ohio flags to be flown at half-staff. Flags will be lowered on Ohio’s public buildings and grounds at the statehouse, the Vern Riffe Center and the Rhodes Tower in honor of Ohio Overdose Awareness Day on Saturday. The national and state flags will remain […]
'Pharmacy deserts' proliferate in Northeast Ohio as Rite Aid closes most stores
This story was reported in collaboration with community members. Want to work on a story with Ideastream Public Media? Get in touch. Rite Aid is set to close its remaining pharmacies in the city of Cleveland — and all but four across Ohio — by the end of September, leaving some residents concerned about retail and pharmacy options in their neighborhoods.
Can You Smoke Weed At Your Ohio Football Tailgate?
COLUMBUS – The first Ohio State football season since legal marijuana products hit the market is now underway, but can you partake while you tailgate?. The answer is no. And Ohio State University authorities said you can not smoke cannabis inside Ohio Stadium. The Ohio Department of Commerce, which...
Winning Mega Millions numbers for the $627 million jackpot on August 30, 2024: See all the prizes hit in Ohio
CLEVELAND — Although nobody hit the $627 million jackpot in the Mega Millions drawing on Friday, August 30, 2024, lottery officials say there were thousands of other winners who hit smaller prizes in Ohio. Here's a look at all of the winners from Tuesday night's drawing here in the...
Ohio marijuana sellers can’t hand out food from ice cream truck, regulators say
AKRON, Ohio (AP) — Handing out food and drinks from an ice cream truck is off-limits for marijuana businesses in Ohio, according to state regulators. So is an online promotion saying, “Can you take me higher?” Ohio’s Division of Cannabis Control has proposed fines totaling $212,000 against five businesses for violating the state’s advertising rules […]
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