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After Kingdom title-game loss, John 'Juni' Mobley ready for Ohio State season to start
The pass from Ohio State past to Ohio State present was true. Pushing the ball up the Ohio Dominican University court, former Buckeyes guard Ron Lewis spied an opportunity and fired the ball to John “Juni” Mobley Jr., a fellow Columbus native just about to get his college career started. Teammates playing in...
Columbus ransomware attack: How to keep your information safe
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Cybersecurity experts are sharing methods of protection for anyone who may be affected after hackers dumped over three terabytes of the city’s data on the dark web. The leak came within a month of a July 18 ransomware attack where hackers claimed to make off with over six terabytes of data […]
Business optimism growing; inflation becomes top issue
(The Center Square) – Ohio small business owners continue to struggle with inflation despite growing optimism around the country, according to a new survey from the National Federation of Independent Businesses. NFIB-Ohio released results from its monthly survey Tuesday, showing its Small Business Optimism Index rose 2.2 points in July, the highest reading since February 2022. The 93.7 index, however, remained below the 50-year average of 98 for the 31st...
Columbus City Schools Announces New Assistant Principals, Aimee Pace, Travis Dunlap, and Michelle Nathan, Strengthening Leadership Teams
Columbus City Schools is gearing up for the new school year with a slate of newly appointed assistant principals across three schools, as reported earlier today. Devonshire Elementary School welcomes Aimee Pace, a seasoned educator with substantial experience in leadership and dedication to equitable education. Pace's track record at Columbus City Schools dates back to 2015, and her progressive roles have seen her implement instructional strategies and foster equal-opportunity learning environments.
Area communities receive funds to manage road salt, reduce chloride runoff
Five area communities will share in more than $260,000 in grant money to aid their efforts to reduce chloride runoff and keep Ohio drivers and waterways safe in winter. Announced Monday by state Sen. Theresa Gavarone (R., Bowling Green), the money is part of the second round of the H2Ohio Chloride Reduction Grant Program. The city of Sandusky will receive $75,000; the village of Grand Rapids, $54,925; Portage Township in Wood County, $45,910; Lucas County, $44,800; and Margaretta Township in Erie County, $41,822. The money will be used to update equipment and facilities to improve road salt management and reduce chloride runoff. The first round of chloride-reduction grant awards were announced in May, and, due to high demand, the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency added a second round. In total, the grant program has distributed more than $4 million throughout Ohio this year.
Welcome Jim Connolly, Dublin Announces New Director of Information Technology Poised to Enhance City's Digital Innovation
The City of Dublin has ushered in a new era of technological leadership as Jim Connolly steps into the role of Director of Information Technology. Connolly, wielding a robust background from his time as director of information technology for the NHL's Columbus Blue Jackets since 2000, will now pivot towards enhancing Dublin's technological framework and digital service offerings for the public sector. His appointment is set to drive advancements in infrastructure, security, and user-centric innovations. A formal announcement was made public on the City of Dublin's official website yesterday.
Sincere gratitude to all helping our communities recover after last week’s tornadoes
On behalf of our many communities that were impacted by last week’s storms, I would like to extend sincere gratitude to all those who have helped Northeastern Ohio survive the tornadoes and terrible storms. I was one of the lucky ones, as I only lost power for less than one day.
Jim Jordan opponent reaches $1 million mark amid Kamala Harris excitement
EXCLUSIVE — Democrat Tamie Wilson raised $1 million in her uphill battle against House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (R-OH) in Ohio’s 4th Congressional District. She said she tipped the $1 million mark thanks to a fundraising bump of about $178,000 raised in July through mid-August that coincided with President Joe Biden ending his reelection […]
Blue Jackets Should Lean Towards Bridge Deal for Sillinger
We’re still over a month away from training camp and longer until the beginning of the preseason, but a lot of work has been done by the Columbus Blue Jackets as they begin a new era. The changes started in the middle of last season when longtime general manager Jarmo Kekalainen was relieved of his duties after more than 10 years at the helm. An experienced hand, Don Waddell, was brought in as his replacement, and the team has also hired a new head coach, Dean Evason.
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