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Hot and humid, scattered storms, before weekend break in heat
Warm. muggy summer weather will continue, with scattered showers and storms associated with upper-level disturbances, though the strongest activity will tend develop south and west of central Ohio along a boundary.
Sights and sounds from Day 1 of high school football practice
High school football in Ohio began Thursday with the first practices of the 2024 season. Week 1 games are scheduled for Aug. 23. Here are some sights and sounds from around The Blade’s coverage area on opening day on the gridiron. Check back for updates. Central Catholic
Jon Husted amasses $5 million, expands campaign cash lead over 2026 governor hopefuls
COLUMBUS, Ohio — During the first half of this year, Lt. Gov. Jon Husted raised $1.7 million for his 2026 campaign for governor, more than twice the amount raised by his two potential Republican rivals combined. That’s according to new campaign-finance reports Husted, Attorney General Dave Yost and state...
Southern Indiana Bank Announces Merger with Heartland BancCorp
German American Bancorp has announced it will merge with Ohio-based Heartland BancCorp. You don't have to drive too far in southwest Indiana to run across a German American Bank building. Growing up in Petersburg, Indiana, I often remember seeing the company's large bank building on Main Street with the flags waving in the wind out front. To me, it's become a staple along the stretch of wide road, and I don't think the city would look the same without it. Since I was a kid, the corporation has grown tremedously and has just announced yet another feat that will expand services into a neighboring state.
Moderate drought spreads in Northeast Ohio while severe drought worsens southern counties
CLEVELAND, Ohio - Moderate drought conditions continue in Northeast Ohio, while also spreading farther east and to the south in the region. Meanwhile, conditions in southern Ohio have continued to worsen, according to this week’s U.S. Drought Monitor update released on Thursday. The portion of the state classified as...
Ohio ranked as the No. 9 state for the most student loan debt in the country
Nearly 8,000 Ohioans had their student debt erased in February 2024, which was good news for those saddled with loan payments. Despite that, Ohio ranks ninth in the country for the most student debt, according to a July 31 study from personal finance site WalletHub. The ranking compared all 50 states' average student...
Jackpot! Ohio lottery ticket won the top reward
A lucky lottery player in Ohio has hit the jackpot! If you bought a ticket recently, be sure to check it carefully – you might just be the big winner. The ticket was sold in Springfield, Ohio, so if you purchased your ticket there, it’s definitely worth double-checking to see if you’re the lucky winner.
Hospice of the Western Reserve expands Ohio footprint with acquisition
CLEVELAND, Ohio - Hospice of the Western Reserve, which serves 15 northern Ohio counties, on Tuesday announced the acquisition of Hospice of North Central Ohio. The agreement expands the Cleveland-based organization into Ashland, Knox, Richland and other nearby counties. If you purchase a product or register for an account through...
Good Samaritan Hospital earns 1st spine surgery accreditation in Ohio
Cincinnati-based Good Samaritan Hospital has become the first hospital in Ohio to earn the Joint Commission's gold seal of approval for advanced certification in spine surgery. The seal reflects an organization's commitment to safe and quality patient care, according to a July 30 press release. Good Samaritan's spine surgery program...
Ohio’s first cannabis-infused coffee shop has opened
While most of us associate too much coffee with feelings of anxiety and overstimulation, the same might not be true for the drinks served at one new Dayton cafe. Teapot Cafe Lounge, the state’s first coffee shop offering cannabis-infused drinks, opened for business earlier this year. Ohio’s only “infused...
After court rules on boneless wings, Ohio Senator considers action
HAMILTON, Ohio (WXIX) - After years of legal battles, the Ohio Supreme Court ruled boneless wings can legally contain bones last week. The case began eight years ago after Michael Berkheimer ordered boneless wings at Wings on Brookwood in Hamilton. “I was eating with a fork and knife,” Berkheimer said....
Ohio Air National Guard F-16 Jet Jettisons Fuel Tanks Over Michigan, Triggers Explosion in Lake Huron
An F-16 fighter jet from the Ohio Air National Guard executed an emergency procedure over Michigan yesterday, releasing two external fuel tanks mid-flight, with one resulting in an explosion upon impact with Lake Huron. The incident provoked responses from several law enforcement and emergency services, including the Iosco County Sheriff's Office, who reported to the scene after hearing of the explosion at approximately 1:15 p.m. near Baldwin Resort Road, as detailed by CBS News Detroit.
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