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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...
Still no action on DeWine’s call for ‘diet weed’ regulation
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A call to action from Gov. Mike DeWine nearly seven months ago to regulate delta 8 THC products still has no legislative answer. Delta 8 is a low-level THC product, sometimes known as “diet weed.” Right now, it is completely unregulated, meaning, in part, anyone at any age can buy it. […]
Tax-free days for school shopping has begun
By Joseph DiCristofaro The Ironton Tribune Ohio sales tax holiday is growing substantially in duration this year to 10 days began on July 30 and ends on Aug. 8. The event started as an opportunity to save on school-related supplies for the upcoming school year. This year some changes have been made to include more […] The post Tax-free days for school shopping has begun appeared first on The Tribune.
Overnight tornado warnings hit Ohio, National Weather Service looking for tornadoes
A round of strong storms passed through Southwest Ohio late Monday night and early Tuesday morning, causing tornado warnings in several communities. Now, the National Weather Service is looking into storm damage. ...
Drying out tonight; Still sultry
CLEVELAND — A weak cold front will slide east of the area this evening. Showers and storms will slide east as well. The skies should clear out a bit, so partly cloudy should cover it for the overnight forecast. Lows will stay warm & muggy, in the 65 to 70-degree range by sunrise.
Klinker named 2024 Ohio History Teacher of the Year by Gilder Lehrman Institute
PIKETON — Andy Klinker, a teacher at Piketon Jr./Sr. High School, has been named the 2024 Ohio History Teacher of the Year by the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History. Established in 2004, this prestigious award recognizes exceptional elementary through high school teachers for their outstanding contributions to American history education. Presented annually by the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History, the nation’s leading nonprofit organization dedicated to K–12 American history education, this award honors one K–12 teacher from each state, the District of Columbia,...
Chinese glass maker says it wasn’t target of raid at US plant featured in Oscar-winning film
MORAINE, Ohio (AP) — A Chinese automotive glass maker says the company is not the target of a federal investigation that temporarily shut down production last week at its Ohio factory. The plant near Dayton was the subject of the Netflix film “American Factory” that won an Oscar in 2020. A Homeland Security official said on Friday that the investigation is focused on money laundering, potential human smuggling and financial crimes. Fuyao Glass America says it was told by authorities that a third-party employment company was at the center of the criminal investigation. Fuyao Glass America says it will cooperate fully with investigators.