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19-year-old, two 16-year-olds charged with murder in death of Alexa Stakely
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A 19-year-old man and two 16-year-old boys have been arrested and charged with murder in connection to the death of a 29-year-old mother who was killed nearly two weeks ago trying to save her son after her vehicle was stolen, according to the Columbus Division of Police.
Ohio law limiting disabled voter assistance overturned
(The Center Square) – Ohio disabled voters can ask friends, neighbors and grandchildren to help them cast absentee ballots after a federal court struck down part of a 2023 state law. House Bill 456 created sweeping voting changes, including the provision that limited who could possess a disabled voter’s absentee ballot. A federal court, however, said the voter can choose who helps them. The ACLU and ACLU-Ohio sued to stop...
Ohio teacher receives Presidential Award for environmental teaching
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, in partnership with the White House Council on Environmental Quality, announced the 2024 recipients of the Presidential Innovation Award for Environmental Educators and the President’s Environmental Youth Award. In Ohio, Shari Insley from Pine Intermediate School in North Olmstead was awarded...
How a region responded to Ohio U.S. Sen. J.D. Vance’s ‘Hillbilly Elegy’ with their own book
This story originally appeared on Ohio Capital Journal. As a tenth generation Appalachian, Ivy Brashear sees J.D. Vance’s 2016 memoir “Hillbilly Elegy” as a “really one-sided and simple view of the region.” In an effort to help broaden people’s view of Appalachia, she decided to share her own narrative as part of a collection of writings […]
Stay healthy and informed as tickborne illnesses increase in Ohio, nationwide
At the recent inaugural Infectious Diseases in Appalachian Ohio Summit at Ohio University, health officials discussed the alarming increase in Lyme disease cases in Ohio. Similar increases have been observed nationally as well—according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the incidence of Lyme disease in the U.S. has approximately doubled since 1991.
Warm, sticky, scattered storms later
Skies will remain partly sunny on a warm, humid summer afternoon. High temperatures will peak in the mid-80s. A disturbance will trigger scattered showers and storms this afternoon and evening, with a few stronger storms capable of producing damaging winds and hail, primarily over the northern part of the state ahead of a sagging boundary.
Ariane Kirkpatrick and Amonica Davis are the founders of Ohio’s first black women-owned 100% vertically integrated cannabis company
Despite the lack of Black entrepreneurs in the cannabis industry, Ariane Kirkpatrick remained determined. According to WKCY-3, she entered the space officially in 2017. Kirkpatrick expressed her determination to overcome the challenges that came with being a black woman in her field. “Despite facing barriers and obstacles, we decided to make it work, and we succeeded,” she said.
Registration open for Alzheimer’s walks
The Alzheimer’s Association invites central Ohioans to register for the 2024 Walks to End Alzheimer’s, taking place across the region this fall. With more than 600 walks taking place across the U.S. each year, Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest fundraising event and supports the association’s free educational programs and support groups, Alzheimer’s care services, and advancements in treatment and research. People walk in memory of mothers, fathers, grandparents, and loved ones who are impacted by the disease.
Restaurants in central Ohio bulldozed to make way for Chick-fil-A, Sheetz
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Fast food chain Chick-fil-A and gas station Sheetz are expanding by bulldozing several central Ohio restaurants, including demolishing a Buca di Beppo, a chicken wing eatery and several Max and Erma’s locations. Chick-fil-A recently launched a new location on the former site of a long-standing Tee Jaye’s Country Place in Clintonville […]
Maganomics 2.0 takes shape with Trump-Vance ticket
The addition of vice presidential candidate Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio) to the Trump ticket is cementing the Republican Party’s turn toward economic protectionism and skepticism toward unrestricted globalization. Former President Trump’s disdain for free-trade agreements and global supply chains shook a policy consensus during his first term, narrowing the gap between the GOP and Democrats…
Circleville Police Department Handles Diverse Calls Across Circleville
Circleville, OH – The Circleville Police Department was active on July 23rd, 2024, responding to a total of 36 incidents throughout various locations in Circleville. Starting early in the morning, officers responded to reports including juvenile complaints, suspicious vehicles, and business checks. A juvenile complaint on West Main St and a report of a suspicious vehicle on Nicholas Dr resulted in officers being unable to locate any subjects upon arrival. Business checks along US RTE 23 and US 23 S were conducted without incident, although a report of a suspicious vehicle on US 23 required further attention and led to a report being filed.
This massive U-pick sunflower field is opening next week
Late summer is sunflower season, and a popular spot will kick off its sunflower festivities next week. According to a social media post from 22 Acres Farm, the wedding venue and farm located at 5545 Davis Dr. SE in Newark plans to open its sunflower fields to the public next week.
Big Ten Program Emerges As 'Real Contender' For Top-5 College Football Recruit
The Ohio State Buckeyes seemed to lead Big Ten Programs for one of the top available recruits in the country. They went all out for offensive lineman David Sanders Jr. when he last visited Columbus, but there now seems to be a familiar thorn in their side for the No. 1 offensive lineman in the 2025 ...
Chillicothe – Man Stopped For Turn Signal Violation Hasnt Had License in Years
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio – A routine traffic stop on Washington Ave late Friday evening resulted in citations for multiple violations after officers observed a driver allegedly failing to signal properly and discovered an expired license. The incident occurred on July 23rd, 2024, around 9:55 PM when law enforcement spotted a...
Police Reports Highlight Various Incidents Across Chillicothe
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio – A series of incidents unfolded across Chillicothe on July 23rd, 2024, as documented in police reports detailing a range of offenses and responses by local law enforcement. At approximately 12:13 AM, officers responded to a report of assault at 300 N Plaza Blvd, Fairfield Inn &...
Winning Powerball numbers for Wednesday, July 24, 2024; jackpot $114 million
CLEVELAND, Ohio — The winning Powerball numbers have been selected for a jackpot estimated at $114 million. The Wednesday, July 24, 2024, Powerball numbers are 16-42-59-63-68 Powerball 13 Power Play 2x. The Classic Lotto numbers are 17-18-25-38-45-49 Kicker 782856. The jackpot is $13.4 million for the drawing on Saturday,...
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