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Overview: JD Vance and rail safety
Before Donald Trump chose Ohio’s JD Vance as his candidate for vice president, the U.S. Marine Corps veteran, lawyer, and author of “Hillbilly Elegy” gained the national spotlight as one of the authors of the Railway Safety Act of 2023. The bipartisan legislation — sponsored by six U.S. senators, three Republicans and three Democrats — came in the aftermath of the Feb. 3, 2023, Norfolk Southern derailment and chemical release in East Palestine, Ohio.
Cat ladies, position pivots and finding religion: JD Vance’s life under a national microscope
WASHINGTON, D. C. - Since his anointment as Donald Trump’s GOP vice-presidential running mate, U.S. Sen. JD Vance of Ohio has been barnstorming the country on behalf of his running mate as his past policy reversals and contentious remarks have been put under a microscope. So far, Trump’s choice...
Ohio launches 'Bystander Care Initiative' to teach life-saving skills
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — The state of Ohio has launched a massive effort to save lives. The idea, is to give bystanders the skills they need to step in and help in the case of a medical emergency. The new 'Bystander Care Initiative' is a major undertaking. The state's...
Harris sees opening in Vance pick as she considers her own choice for vice president
Kamala Harris’ plan as a running mate was to brush past JD Vance as nothing but a rubber stamp for Donald Trump. But now that she’s the presumptive Democratic nominee, her campaign is seizing on the Ohio senator as a major liability, looking to her own vice presidential selection process and the contenders’ public auditions to drive home the point.
Semi driver in deadly I-70 crash pleads not guilty to 26 charges
View a previous report in the video player above. NEWARK, Ohio (WCMH) – The man who was driving a semi-truck that started a chain reaction crash on Interstate 70 and killed six people was arraigned in a Licking County courtroom Tuesday morning. Jacob McDonald, 61, pleaded not guilty to 26 total charges – including six […]
Richland County arts programs gets a funding boost
COLUMBUS — The Ohio Arts Council has awarded seven grants to Richland County arts organizations and programs as part of an historic allocation of 935 grants statewide. The Richland County grants are as follows: Renaissance Performing Arts Association Inc. - $9,576 Arts Partnership grantRenaissance Performing Arts Association Inc. - $41,713 Sustainability grantLeapyear Studios -...
Richland Outreach Center to hold Charity Ride and Poker Run to benefit children
Richland Outreach Center (ROC) will hold its first Charity Ride and Poker Run on Saturday, highlighting the importance of helping the children in Richland County. Registration is 9-11 a.m. at Baker’s Cornerstone Bar & Grill, 586 Park Ave East, Mansfield. Bikes will leave at 11 a.m. with last bike in by 5 p.m....
Fight Hunger, Stock the Trailer returns to Richland County Fair
Farm Credit Mid-America and Richland County Fair are announcing the return of Fight Hunger, Stock the Trailer. Presented by Farm Credit Mid-America and sponsored by Rural 1st, this friendly competition — now in its fourth year — helps junior fairs raise food donations for local food banks across Ohio. From Aug. 6-12, local community members are invited to bring non-perishable food items to the Richland County Fair. Look for Stock the Trailer signage at the fair...
Suspicious package at Licking County Amazon facility not a threat
UPDATE: The sheriff’s office has reported that the package was “non-threatening” and that the facility has resumed normal operations. ETNA TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WCMH) — The Licking County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a reported suspicious package at an Amazon Fulfillment Center in Etna Township. According to a social media post at 8:05 p.m. Monday, deputies were […]
Backpacks of Hope is grateful to donors
MOUNT VERNON — Backpacks of Hope is dedicated to providing healthy food to hungry elementary children in the Mount Vernon School District. The program is a ministry of Lifepoint Church. “We are thrilled to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the generous donors who have made significant contributions to our...
OhioHealth trainers team with Springfield Twp. EMS to prepare for sports season
ONTARIO — OhioHealth athletic trainers want student athletes to have the best chance at full recovery if they get injured on the field. That’s why they’re taking the time to practice with local first responders, making sure they’re prepared for every scenario. On July 29, OhioHealth...
Diverse bicycling group brings people together, builds community and helps riders train for their cancer-fighting Pelotonia weekend
April James, Stephen Gammon, and Steve Johnson have a big task at hand. Along with raising a collective minimum of $4,500, on Saturday August 3, 2024, they are part of a group riding in the 50-mile Pelotonia bike ride that runs through the suburbs of Columbus, including Granville. While many...
'A hub for everyone': OneLove Cafe and Bike Shop opens its doors in Granville
A new Granville business is seeking to fill a community need while also being a place where everyone is accepted. One Love Cafe and Bike Shop, a combination cafe and bike shop, opened July 4 at 415 S. Main St., the former home of Granville Lumber Co., which closed in 2020. ...
Get to know new ADs: Four local high schools change athletic leadership
With official practices for all fall sports on the horizon, a number of new athletic directors are gearing up for the upcoming school year. Ethan Kagy (Dalton), Chad Spurlock (Loudonville), Ben Kobus (Norwayne) and Andrew Johnson (Waynedale) all have officially been selected to lead their respective school districts in recent weeks and area poised to begin the new sports season. ...
Free drinking water testing available at Amish Health & Safety Fair
Free, simple water testing will be offered as part of the Ashland County Health and Safety Committee’s annual Amish Health and Safety Fair 5-8:30 p.m. Aug. 20 at Hochstetler Milling, 552 State Route 95, Loudonville. “In partnership with Ohio EPA, we’re able to provide information on drinking water safety and septic maintenance along...