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Ohio lawmaker aims to eliminate all lead pipes in the state over 15-year period
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – An Ohio lawmaker who suffered from lead poisoning as a child is aiming to eliminate all water pipes made from the metal in the state, calling the issue a “crisis.” Rep. Dontavius Jarrells (D-Columbus) introduced House Bill 534 in May, dubbed the Lead Line Replacement Act, which would replace Ohio’s over […]
Ohio’s voter registration deadline is coming. Here’s how to ensure you can cast a ballot in the November election
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohioans have a little under a week left to register in time to vote in the 2024 general election. The voter registration deadline is Monday, Oct. 7, the day before early voting will start in earnest across Ohio. Ohio has one of the earliest voter registration deadlines in the country, though most states set registration deadlines around a month before the election.
Ohio teachers’ pension fund moves to hire firm that staff say has no qualifications
The Ohio retired teachers’ pension fund is, once again, moving to hire a firm that allegedly has a lack of experience and personal ties to the board leaders, according to senior staff. In an exclusive 45-minute interview, State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) Acting Executive Director Lynn Hoover explained her concerns about the board’s latest hiring […]
Worthington levy would support pool facility
WORTHINGTON, Ohio (WCMH) — There is just a little more than a month until the November general election, when Worthington voters will see a bond levy request, Issue 19, on the ballot. Worthington City Council approved legislation in July 2024 to place the issue on the ballot which, if passed, will fund replacement of the […]
Governor orders flags to half-staff in honor of local firefighter, paramedic
Gov. Mike DeWine ordered flags across the state lowered to half-staff “in honor of the life and service” of Perrysburg Township firefighter and paramedic Troy Bernhard, who died Friday. On Monday, Mr. DeWine ordered both the U.S. and state of Ohio flags be lowered on all public buildings and grounds throughout Wood County, the Ohio Statehouse, the Vern Riffe Center, and the Rhodes State Office Tower. The directive is in effect until sunset Saturday, the day of Mr. Bernhard’s funeral. All other public buildings and grounds throughout the state may fly the flags of the United States and the state of Ohio at half-staff at their discretion for the same time period.
City leaf pick up schedule announced
The office of the Service-Safety Director, Wes Dodds, announces the leaf pick up schedule for the fall of 2024:. • Oct. 21, 22 and 23 — North of Columbus Avenue and east of Main Street. • Oct. 24, 25 and 28 — South of Columbus Avenue and east of...
Powell Proposes New Rules For Animal Feeding And Code Enforcement
At its meeting on October 1 at 7:30 PM, Powell City Council is set to consider Ordinance 2024-34, a proposal that aims to modernize and streamline the city’s Code Enforcement standards, requirements, and procedures. Initiated by Planning Director Logan Stang and Planning Manager Claudia D. Husak, the ordinance focuses on refining regulations within Part Five of the Codified Ordinances, which covers general offenses. The primary objective of these amendments is to address community concerns regarding outdated codes, improve the effectiveness of code enforcement, and ensure that city regulations align with best practices.
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