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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 FirstEnergy and its affiliates. Cases continue to wind through the courts, and two men implicated in the scandal have apparently taken their own lives.
How Ohio could reverse same-sex marriage ban still on the books
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Ohio lawmakers are reviving a long-shot effort to pass a bill repealing the state’s dormant same-sex marriage ban, while an existing constitutional provision could still be a burden for some couples. House Bill 636, the “Marriage Equality Act,” was re-introduced in the Ohio House last month to remove revised code language […]
Ohio educators upset with pension board backtracking, with millions in bonuses to be given to staff
The Ohio retired teachers’ pension board has approved millions of dollars in bonuses for their investment staff less than a month after grandstanding by eliminating the additional compensation to make a group of educators happy. The State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) is embroiled in controversy. In summary, there has been constant fighting, two board resignations and allegations of […] The post Ohio educators upset with pension board backtracking, with millions in bonuses to be given to staff appeared first on Ohio Capital Journal.
Ohio Forecast: Warm Days Ahead with Potential Rain by Wednesday
Cleveland, OH – Ohio residents can look forward to warm temperatures this week, with a mix of clouds and sunshine. Monday’s highs are set to reach the lower 80s across the region, providing a pleasant start to the week. However, cloud cover will persist throughout the day. According...
Facebook report challenges claims that fracking is 'environmentally-friendly'
A new Facebook page monitoring thousands of fracking-related accidents and cleanups happening nearly every day over the last nine years challenges the Ohio gas and oil industry’s claims that it’s environmentally-friendly. Report trends indicate a pattern of lax regulation along with superficial attempts to clean up oil, gas and radioactive fracking wastewater from lands and water across the state, according to FracTracker Alliance, a national nonprofit that studies, maps, and communicates the risks and impacts of oil, gas, and petrochemical development. ...
Pillar Credit Union – A legacy of growth and community engagement in Marion County
MARION, OH (CRAWFORD COUNTY NOW)—Over the last five years, Pillar Credit Union has embarked on a remarkable journey of expansion and community integration, reflecting our unwavering commitment to serving and uplifting the Marion area and beyond. With the establishment of our second branch location next to Kroger in Mt. Gilead and the expansion of our community field of membership eligibility into Crawford, Richland, Hancock, and Wyandot counties, we’ve extended our reach while holding true to our roots in Marion. Celebrating 64 years of exemplary service, we’ve consistently prioritized financial security and unparalleled customer service for our members.
Ohio State Highway Patrol’s Investigative Unit to Hold Display at Ohio State Fair
The Ohio State Highway Patrol’s Investigative Unit will once again be involved in the Ohio State Fair. This year, their display will incorporate interactive games, prizes and more. It will also show what the Investigative Unit does to help keep Ohio safe. Their tent will be located next to...
Glass Center of Excellence to be Established in Northwest Ohio
A Glass Center of Excellence is expected to be established in Northwest Ohio following an Innovation Hub Announcement. The Governor of Ohio recently announced the Northwest Ohio Innovation Consortium (NOIC) will receive a $31.3 million grant from the Ohio Department of Development’s Innovation Hubs program to establish a Northwest Ohio Glass Innovation Hub.
Wildfire smoke could again pollute Ohio's air this summer. Here's how to prepare.
The U.S. EPA said people in the Great Lakes region should prepare for potential wildfire smoke exposure this summer, which can worsen air quality. The EPA says climate change is fueling more frequent wildfires and a longer wildfire season in the western U.S. and Canada. And the smoke from those flames are drifting to the Midwest, affecting air quality here in Ohio.
Innovative digital art to be showcased at Bucyrus Public Library on July 31
The Level Up Digital Art Show will be held 6-7 p.m. July 31 at the Bucyrus Public Library. The show will feature an array of 3D-printed projects, animated videos and printed digital art teens created during the library’s Summer Reading Program and Ready for Hire Create Camp. Attendees will be able to...
Mega Millions, Powerball jackpots grow; Sunday’s Ohio Lottery results
CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Mega Millions jackpot has grown to an estimated $279 million after no tickets matched the winning numbers from the Friday, July 19, 2024, drawing. Those numbers are 10-17-23-50-67 Mega Ball 3 Megaplier 3x. The next drawing is Tuesday, July 23. The Monday, July 22 Powerball...
Ariane Kirkpatrick And Amonica Davis Are Behind The First Black Women-Owned 100% Vertically Integrated Cannabis Company In Ohio
Ariane Kirkpatrick was undeterred by the limited presence of Black entrepreneurs in the cannabis sector. In 2017, she made her official foray into the space, according to WKCY-3. “We made the decision that we, despite the barriers, despite the obstacles, despite being Black and female, we were going to make this work and we did,”… Continue reading Ariane Kirkpatrick And Amonica Davis Are Behind The First Black Women-Owned 100% Vertically Integrated Cannabis Company In Ohio
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