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Coming home after prison is tough. For rural Ohioans, it can be even harder
This article was originally published on Feb. 27, 2024. Brenda Hart was released from West Central Community Correctional Facility in Marysville, 30 miles north of Columbus, in November. But she wasn’t able to go home, at least not in the way she hoped. She couldn’t find housing in Marengo...
A new dog park, new motorsports complex and a new First Watch restaurant: Our Towns
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Cities are opening a dog park, motorsports complex and a First Watch restaurant. See what’s happening around Northeast Ohio. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Summer Crisis Program open to residents at or below 175 percent of Federal Poverty level
The Ohio Department of Development and Community Action Wayne/Medina offer assistance to help Ohio’s families stay cool during hot summer months. Through Sept. 30, income-eligible Ohioans can receive assistance in paying an electric bill, purchasing an air conditioner or fan or making repairs to a central air conditioning unit through the Ohio Department of Development’s Home Energy Assistance Summer Crisis Program.
Increasing the minimum wage will save 4,000 Ohio lives, study says
There may be some drawbacks, but increasing Ohio’s minimum wage to $15 an hour would save 4,000 lives and create a $25 billion benefit to the state economy by 2036, according to a study released last month by Scioto Analysis. A group proposing to increase the minimum wage from the current $10.45 an hour to […] The post Increasing the minimum wage will save 4,000 Ohio lives, study says appeared first on Ohio Capital Journal.
Mega Millions jackpot reaches $181 million; Sunday’s Ohio Lottery results
CLEVELAND, Ohio — There was no overall winner in the Friday, July 5, 2024, Mega Millions drawing, allowing the jackpot to increase to $181 million. Friday’s numbers are 6-15-32-54-67 Mega Ball 4 Megaplier 3x. The next drawing is Tuesday, July 9. The Monday, July 8 Powerball jackpot is...
Ohio lawmakers push to require public schools excuse students for religion classes
Ohio public schools would not be able to prevent students from leaving school to attend religious instruction if a bill becomes law. Former Rep. Al Cutrona, R-Canfield, and Rep. Gary Click, R-Vickery, cosponsored House Bill 445 which would require public school districts to excuse students for off-campus religious instruction. Cutrona is now a state senator.
The Spectrum: Biden on the offensive; Ohio’s redistricting
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – This week on The Spectrum: “I was exhausted,” the president said during that interview. “I didn’t listen to my instincts in terms of preparing.” Was the interview enough to convince voters and donors that he is fit for office? “I think that the people who are making an important decision like […]
Tips for staying safe during summer festival season
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Summer is in full swing, with lots of festivals, county fairs and carnivals happening throughout the state of Ohio. With everyone gearing up to head out outside and enjoy the summer fun, Public Health for Dayton and Montgomery County has shared some tips to stay safe this season. Food safety Summer […]
Sen. JD Vance says he has ‘not gotten the call’ from Trump asking to be his VP
Sen. JD Vance, R-Ohio, on Sunday said former President Donald Trump has not spoken to him about joining his campaign as his vice presidential pick. “Have you gotten the call from Donald Trump? Has he asked you to be his running mate?” moderator Kristen Welker asked Vance during an interview on NBC News’ “Meet the Press.”
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