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Consequences continue as bill at center of Ohio utility corruption scandal marks fifth anniversary
Five years after Gov. Mike DeWine signed House Bill 6 into law, Ohio citizens and ratepayers are still paying the price. Ohio lawmakers still haven’t taken steps to repeal the rest of the nuclear and coal bailout bill, which is the focus of what prosecutors say was a roughly $60 million bribery scheme by utility […] The post Consequences continue as bill at center of Ohio utility corruption scandal marks fifth anniversary appeared first on Ohio Capital Journal.
Texts and calls from people claiming to be able to register you to vote or send you a mail-in ballot are a scam: VERIFY
CLEVELAND — We’re in the middle of a huge election year, and scammers are taking advantage of this moment to try to steal your personal information. You may have gotten a text message or phone call, for example, from someone claiming to be able to register you to vote, or send you a mail-in ballot. Let's VERIFY the authenticity of these attempts.
Schmidt's toasts 110 years at Ohio State Fair with cream-puff giveaway
Schmidt's Sausage Haus is celebrating 110 years of bringing authentic German cuisine to the Ohio State Fair with a pretty sweet deal. If you're among the first 110 lucky patrons to visit Schmidt's inside the fairgrounds beginning at 10 a.m. Wednesday, opening day of the fair, you'll receive a voucher for a free...
State funding available to help preserve historic buildings
State funding is available for the preservation and rehabilitation of historical buildings across Ohio. Owners of historic buildings can apply for state funding that is available through the Ohio Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program. Administered by the Ohio Department of Development, the program provides tax credits to incentivize the preservation of historic buildings in Ohio. “It’s important we continue to preserve Ohio’s rich heritage,” said Lydia Mihalik, director of the Ohio Department of Development. “The Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program honors our state’s past, while providing opportunities for the future. By preserving these irreplaceable landmarks, we are fostering economic growth, community pride, and a deeper appreciation of our shared history. Whether you have one small building or a large historic district, the tax credit program can help.” Interested property owners must request a pre-application meeting with the State Historic Preservation Office by 4 p.m. July 31. For more information, visit the historic tax incentives webpage at ohiohistory.org/preserving-ohio/.
All-Daily Record 2023-24: Player of the Year Sammy Detweiler headlines boys hoops team
It was the season of the usual suspects in boys basketball in 2023-24. Hiland played at the state tournament for the third straight season, with Nick Wigton's double-OT buzzer beater in the Division IV state semifinals going down as one of the area's biggest shots ever. Norwayne became the first team in...
Vance not attending Netanyahu speech to Congress
Sen. JD Vance (Ohio) will not attend the speech to a joint session of Congress by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday, a Trump campaign adviser told The Hill on Monday. Jason Miller, senior adviser to the Trump campaign, said in a statement that Vance has “duties to fulfill as the Republican nominee for…
Ashville Woman Arrested After Domestic Incident Escalates into Violent Confrontation with Police
Ashville, OH – July 22, 2024 – A routine domestic incident took a violent turn on Monday when Ashville police responded to a call involving domestic assault and erratic behavior, resulting in the arrest of Sabrina Siriano, 39, on multiple charges including assault on a police officer. Ashville...
Jim Harbaugh Takes Blatant Shot At Ohio State In New Los Angeles Chargers Hype Video
Jim Harbaugh is back in the NFL and ready to turn the Los Angeles Chargers into a Super Bowl contender. Harbaugh was considered among the Chargers’ most desirable candidates in this coaching cycle because of his success at every level. Since his head coaching career began in 2006 at the University of San Diego, Harbaugh has had success at stops at Stanford, Michigan and in the NFL with the San Francisco 49ers. There’s also Harbaugh’s Chargers connection: he played quarterback for the team for two seasons (1999-2000).
Small City, Big Potential: How One Ohio City Is Tackling AI
Governance was the first step officials in Grove City, Ohio, took to address artificial intelligence (AI) risks, and establish the necessary foundation for their second step: safe implementations. State and local governments have been independently advancing AI policies in the absence of a comprehensive federal policy — although President Joe...
Maren Reserve TIFs, Annexation Proposal Brought Before PCVC
PLAIN CITY – Four different Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts in Plain City, collectively known as the Maren Reserve, took a step towards realization Monday as the first reading of the ordinance establishing all four TIF districts was brought before Plain City Village Council at its regular meeting. The...
Local diner owner acquires popular 45 year old steakhouse that’s the last remaining one in the nation
In May, the last standing York Steak House was put up for sale. The owner, Jay, who’s worked there for 44 years, and has owned it for 35 of those years, is putting down his knife and apron and retiring. Longtime customers were devastated, fearful that the steakhouse would...
Delaware County sheriff identifies man who died after being hit by vehicle; suspect in custody
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office identified a 37-year-old man who died after being hit by a vehicle in Harlem Township on Tuesday. A 19-year-old man was arrested in his death. Around 12:15 p.m., the sheriff’s office received several calls from witnesses saying Joshua Harper and...
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