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Wendy’s Takes Aim at McDonald’s with Clever Billboards in Ohio
CAMBRIDGE, OH – Wendy’s has made another bold marketing move in its home state of Ohio, placing eye-catching billboards directly above a McDonald’s location. Known for their edgy social media presence, Wendy’s has taken their competitive spirit to new heights, literally. The first billboard, spotted by...
Voter accuracy program going statewide in Ohio
(The Center Square) – A pilot program targeting the accuracy of voter rolls in Ohio is now going statewide. Secretary of State Frank LaRose recently announced a new voter data integrity program that began in six counties and is now going statewide. The program uses county-specific digital dashboards to help identify voter registration discrepancies. “These data […]
FBI offers $10,000 for tips leading to arrest of Ohio cemetery vandals
The FBI is offering a reward of $10,000 for information that leads to the arrest of the vandal or vandals, who desecrated graves at two Ohio Jewish cemeteries. “The vandalism of nearly 200 graves at two Jewish cemeteries near Cincinnati is despicable,” U.S. President Joe Biden wrote on Wednesday. “This is antisemitism and it is vile.”
Highlighting Ohio and her people who shaped our country during America's 250th birthday
This Fourth of July, as our country celebrated its 248th year as a nation, we took the opportunity to pause and reflect on our shared identity as Americans. Independence Day is a momentous time to recognize and celebrate our nation's strength and feel gratitude for the many wonderful reasons we are proud to be Americans — and Ohioans. July Fourth is more than just a date on the calendar — it's a day of deep significance and one of the best celebrations of the year. ...
How long after the holiday can you shoot off fireworks? OSHP also cracking down on aggressive drivers
HUBBARD, Ohio (WKBN) – $2.3 billion dollars. That’s how much money Americans spent on fireworks in 2023. And once again this year sales of fireworks are skyrocketing — pun intended. First News spoke with representatives from Wholesale Fireworks Friday morning, who said sales were steady at their...
2024’s violent tornado season has been one of the most active on record
Spring 2024 was unnerving for people across large parts of the U.S. as tornado warnings and sirens sent them scrambling for safety. More than 1,100 tornadoes were reported through May − a preliminary number but nearly twice the 30-year average at that point and behind only 2011, when deadly tornado outbreaks tore across the southeastern […] The post 2024’s violent tornado season has been one of the most active on record appeared first on Ohio Capital Journal.
U.S. Supreme Court sides with Henry County jeweler
NAPOLEON — The Supreme Court has ruled in favor of a Henry County jeweler’s claim that police can be sued for filing an unsubstantiated charge leading to arrest even if other charges in the same case were deemed appropriate for prosecution. By a 6-3 vote, the nation’s high court overturned a ruling from the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals in Cincinnati and found that because a felony money-laundering charge may have been the reason Jascha Chiaverini spent nearly four days in the Henry County jail, he had the right to sue the Napoleon Police Department, several of its officers, the...
2024 state of the position: BGSU defensive line
This is the third story of a seven-part series breaking down position groups on Bowling Green State University’s roster entering the 2024 season. BOWLING GREEN — Bowling Green State University football coach Scot Loeffler won’t have any problems with knowing what to expect from his defensive line. He’s been watching a vast majority of them excel for multiple seasons. An experienced group in the trenches, including several fifth-year seniors in Fremont native Dontrez Brown, Anthony Hawkins, and Jordan Porter, will look to continue a solid stretch for the Falcons. Of the 14 defensive linemen listed on the roster, 11 are back from last season, and of the 15 sacks registered by that unit a year ago, 13 are by returning players.
Children’s book author Carole Sarkan will speak about her work at library
The Wood County District Public Library in Bowling Green will host local children’s author Carole Sarkan on Saturday, July 13 at 2 p.m. in the first floor meeting room. Sarkan is the author of And Candy Smiled, a Caldecott Award nominee, and the sequel, “And Candy Lived.”. Sarkan...
Men's Basketball Travels to Bowling Green on Nov. 19
NIAGARA UNIVERSITY, NY – Niagara men's basketball will meet Bowling Green for the 10th time in program history when the Purple Eagles travel to the Stroh Center on November 19. The Purple Eagles are 6-3 all-time against Bowling Green dating back to December 14, 1951. The two teams last...
Join the hunt: Learn how to geocache with Bowling Green parks and library
BOWLING GREEN — Go on a geocaching adventure with the Wood County District Public Library and Bowling Green Parks and Recreation. Families will get an introduction to geocaching at 7 p.m. Wednesday at Wintergarden Park, 615 S. Wintergarden Rd. Beth Landers will explain geocaching guidelines and give pointers on getting started. Download the geocaching app and bring a trinket to trade. No registration is required.
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