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Kent State listed as Most Affordable college in Ohio according to new analysis
In its 2024 Best Colleges analysis of more than 700 four-year colleges, Money ranked Kent State as the most affordable college in Ohio. In its analysis, Money analyzed college affordability based on the estimated price of tuition with an average grant applied. This data comes as tuition costs across Ohio and the United States continue to rise.
Boston Mills 50th annual Artfest event continues July 5-7
The second weekend of the Boston Mills 50th annual Artfest event will be held from July 5 to July 7 at Boston Mills Ski Resort in Peninsula. The yearly celebration honors the creativity and craftsmanship of hundreds of artists from across the country, according to a news release. The first weekend was from June 28 to June 30.
'Not worth it': Parents struggle to get state money to help kids' education after pandemic
When the pandemic hit and threw a wrench into Ohio kids' education, the state launched a savings account program to reimburse parents for after-school activities − up to $500 at first and then up to $1,000 a year per qualifying child. For many families, that's a huge help. That's...
Some Ohio Democrats want Biden to bail. They say Sherrod Brown’s reelection could be at stake.
COLUMBUS, Ohio – U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown and other down-ballot Democrats could be imperiled this November if President Joe Biden doesn’t step aside. That’s according to two Democrats who ran statewide in 2022: Tim Ryan, the party’s U.S. Senate nominee that year, and John Cranley, a former Cincinnati mayor who lost in the party’s primary.
Member who resigned from teachers’ pension fund concerned about investment firm
The member who resigned from Ohio's chaotic teachers' pension board differed from reform-minded leaders, sharing concerns about giving billions of dollars to an "illegitimate" investment firm.
Daniel Wetterich paces crowded Ohio Open Championship leaderboard entering final round
WESTFIELD CENTER — A new leader emerged Tuesday, but the 103rd Ohio Open Championship remains a wide-open affair after the second round at Westfield Country Club. Cincinnati professional Daniel Wetterich fired a 7-under 63 on the North course to take sole possession of first place at 9-under overall. He'll have plenty of competition entering Wednesday's final round on the South course, with 10 golfers within three shots of the lead.
Ohio court: It’s up to drivers, not prosecutors, to prove they weren’t illegally texting behind the wheel
COLUMBUS, Ohio—It’s up to Ohio drivers accused of violating the state’s new texting-while-driving law to prove at least one of the many exceptions to the law applies to their case, a state appeals court has ruled. Ohio’s stricter anti-texting rules, which took effect last year, allow police...
Main Street Kent's Wizardly Weekend includes run, mini golf, wizard-themed activities
Main Street Kent’s event planning committee and downtown businesses have numerous plans and activities for Wizardly Weekend on July 19 and 20 in downtown Kent. Wizardly Weekend is presented by Meijer and Summa Health, also sponsored by College Town Kent, Portage Community Bank, Off the Wagon, Hometown Bank, Acorn Alley, Central Portage County VCB and The Thresholds Group.
Lakemore gets serious about post office building repairs
LAKEMORE — Lakemore Village officials have pledged to take more serious action against the U.S. Post Office and the owner of the leased Lakemore Post Office building at 1370 Main St. for failing to make needed repairs to the building. At the July 1 Village Council meeting, Administrator Tracy...
Supreme Court turns away OSHA challenge over opposition from Thomas, Gorsuch
Over opposition from two conservative justices, the Supreme Court on Tuesday turned away a challenge that could’ve gutted the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). An Ohio-based construction contractor backed by Republican-led states and anti-regulatory interests contended Congress unconstitutionally delegated its legislative powers to the executive branch when it gave such broad authority to the agency,…
Stark County Auditor’s Office employee accused of stealing $250k from elderly family member
An employee of the Stark County Auditor’s Office has been arrested on five felony charges after being accused of stealing over $250,000 from his 91-year-old great-aunt, according to a North Canton Police Report obtained by Jordan Miller News. Nicholas Owens, responsible for weights and measures within the Auditor’s office,...
Dad charged in accidental shooting death of Brunswick Hills toddler
CLEVELAND, Ohio – The father of a 3-year-old boy who died in an accidental shooting has been charged with child endangering. Matthew Lamatrice, 28, of Brunswick Hills is scheduled to make his first appearance in Medina County Common Pleas Court on July 11 after a grand jury indicted him last month.
Cuyahoga homeowners are likely to see their property taxes increase, bills due July 18
CLEVELAND, Ohio – Cuyahoga County property taxes are coming due July 18, covering the second half of 2023 – before bills are likely to increase. Residents can view their current bills online or owners can request a physical copy from the treasurer’s office by calling 216-443-7400, and selecting option 1.
Music, family activities come to Cuyahoga Falls for Falls Downtown Fridays
Falls Downtown Fridays returns to Front Street on Friday, July 5, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., featuring local music, craft beer, food, and family-friendly activities. The Lees Brothers Band will kick off the night at 6 p.m., followed by headliner the Michael Weber Show at 8 p.m. Falls Downtown Fridays is presented by the city of Cuyahoga Falls, Western Reserve Hospital, Alro Steel, Clear Gold Audio & Lighting, Unity Health Network, and Radio Partner 91.3 The Summit.
Cuyahoga County Public Library’s Brecksville Branch unveils modern upgrades
BRECKSVILLE, Ohio – Cuyahoga County Public Library has recently completed updates to its Brecksville Branch, which include new study rooms with audio/visual equipment and virtual meeting capabilities, a drive-up window and soon a new, more accessible front entrance. The new drive-up window features a transaction drawer, making it easier...
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