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Gabriel Sheppard, of Proctorville, part of Cedarville University’s winning robotics team
CEDARVILLE — As defending champions in the American Society of Engineering Education’s Robotics Competition, Cedarville University’s team of engineering students put its title on the line when it competed in the 2024 competition in Portland, Oregon, and emerged victorious. The Cedarville team, including Gabriel Sheppard, of Proctorville, swept the competition by taking first place in […] The post Gabriel Sheppard, of Proctorville, part of Cedarville University’s winning robotics team appeared first on The Tribune.
Goodyear blimp birthplace honored as part Ohio aviation history. Here's what that means
The historic Goodyear blimp has been a part of Ohio since the first iterations were manufactured for the U.S. Navy during World War I. Now, the site the blimp calls home is being honored as part of the Buckeye State's aviation and space history. Wingfoot Lake State Park is the...
Cities with the most expensive homes in Ohio
Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is. More than a place to live, homeownership is an asset with the potential to tremendously rise in value. But with home prices reaching record heights, affordability plays a huge role for buyers. The typical home value in the United States was $360,310 in May, 3.9% […]
Report explores violent crime statistics and underlying causes in Ohio
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A new report dives into the underlying causes of violent criminal offenses in Ohio, pointing to housing affordability, neighborhood zoning and more as drivers of crime. More than 30,000 violent crimes, including homicide, rape, robbery and aggravated assault, were reported in the state in 2023, a new report by the nonprofit […]
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. ...
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.
Union Sportsmen's Alliance invites Ohio youths to free fishing event
The Union Sportsmen's Alliance (USA) will host Take Kids Fishing Day July 27 in Dayton to educate and inspire the next generation of anglers. The event, which is open to the public, will provide an opportunity for children from various communities and backgrounds to learn about the importance of fishing and conservation. The event is scheduled for Saturday, July 27 from 9:30-noon at Lakeside Lake, 3500 Lakeside Dr., Dayton 45417.
Lawyers allege man charged with murder of Uber driver acted in self-defense
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Court was back in session Monday in the case of the 81-year-old man caught on camera killing an Uber driver in April. The prosecution and defense were in court for a status update as William Brock, 81, prepares to go to trial for the death of Loletha Hall, 61. Brock has […]
Men's Tennis Earns ITA Academic Team Award
DAYTON – The University of Dayton men's tennis team was tabbed an All-Academic Team by the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) for the 2023-24 academic year, while seven Flyers were named ITA Scholar-Athletes, the organization announced on Monday. To earn the ITA All-Academic Team honor, the program must have a...
3-vehicle crash in Springfield involving township ambulance turns fatal
A 3-vehicle collision involving a Springfield Township ambulance has left one person dead. According to the Springfield Twp. Fire Department, five people were involved in the crash involving the ambulance, a Toyota Sienna van and a Hyundai Santa Fe. According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, both the Santa Fe and Sienna were traveling south […]
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