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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.
Athens hosts another successful Ohio Brew Week
Court Street hosted a crowd of well over 100 attendees on Saturday, when the Last Call event for Ohio Brew Week took place. The event blocked off a portion of the road and featured a wide variety of beer, food and merchandise booths along the sidewalks. Those attending the event appeared to be in high spirits as they perused the booths and listened attentively to the variety of bands on the main stage. ...
Athens City Code Enforcement goes on blitz by citing 25 West Side properties
Athens City Code Enforcement has been active in recent weeks by issuing 25 citations in the West Side neighborhood that are in violation of City Code. Athens Councilwoman Solveig Spjeldnes, who represents the 1st Ward that includes the West Side, has asked City Hall to do something about a junkyard on Second Street and several other residential locations in the 1st Ward that violate city code but it was a long time coming before any action was taken. ...
Canal Winchester apartment complex sells for $40 million
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — An apartment complex bordering Columbus and Canal Winchester has been sold for $40 million. The Moors at Countryview, located along Cross Ridge Lane, were recently sold to an LLC with a connection to global investment manager Nuveen. A spokesperson for the firm confirmed the acquisition and said current residents of the […]
Local Ohio officials share information of missing man
Nation is 27-years-old and was last seen on July 16 in Grove City, Ohio. Officials say Nation was last seen at the Ohio Addiction Recovery Center where he checked out of the Morning of Tuesday, July 16, 2024. His family has not heard from him or seen him since.
Ohio Volleyball Season Tickets Available for Purchase
ATHENS, Ohio – Ohio volleyball's season tickets for the 2024 season are officially available to purchase as of Friday, July 12. There have been some ticket availability changes since the initial release that are noted below. Only season tickets are currently for sale, but single game tickets will be...
Lancaster Police Department Welcomes New Officers with Deep Family Roots in Law Enforcement
LANCASTER – The Lancaster Police Department proudly announces the recent addition of two new officers, Cole and Ryan Williams, both graduates of esteemed law enforcement academies. Their induction into the department marks a continuation of their family’s longstanding commitment to public service. Sons of Detective Terry Williams, a...
Downtown bar and kitchen shuts down after lease goes unrenewed
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A Downtown bar and kitchen that’s been in Columbus since 2016 has closed its doors after its lease went unrenewed. Hadley’s Bar and Kitchen on the corner of South 4th and East Cherry streets recently shut down after eight years. The closure was confirmed by Crafted for You — the group […]
Ohio State to host Pitt, welcome Doug Gottlieb to Value City Arena in 2024-25
Ohio State men's basketball will host Pittsburgh as its marquee home opponent in 2024-25. The Panthers are part of a seven-game slate of non-conference home games at Value City Arena in coach Jake Diebler’s first year leading the program. The Buckeyes have previously announced three other non-conference games against high-major opponents, and a...
Man from Ohio was missing for two weeks after going hiking, searching for waterfalls
A man from Ohio is lucky to be alive after he was reported missing when he went hiking looking for waterfalls. A rescue team was able to find 48-year-old Scott Hern from Ironton, Ohio in Kentucky's Red River Gorge.
No music, no celebratory signs: What Ohio forbids for the start of recreational weed sales
Many Ohioans are likely planning to celebrate the start of recreational marijuana sales in the state, but don't expect a festival-like atmosphere at dispensaries. In fact, Ohio recently released guidelines for what the shops are allowed, and largely not allowed, to do to commemorate the start of the new recreational industry. ...
Ohio dedicates 85 miles of road to honor Charles Young who went from slavery to colonel
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - A local corridor along Ohio roads will pay tribute to a military officer from the Tri-State who broke down barriers. Charles Young was born into slavery in Mayslick and spent most of his childhood in Ripley. Young graduated from the United States Military Academy and became the...
Knowing how to address, recognize human trafficking
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Learning how to identify the signs of human trafficking, particularly among teen survivors, is the focus of a new program launched by the office of Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost. The training is a video-based learning series and includes real-life scenarios that local first responders like nurses or EMTs could face. […]
Ohio Turnpike warns of toll-collection scam
The Ohio Turnpike and other toll-road agencies in the northeastern United States are warning of fraudulent texts and emails purporting to bill motorists for unpaid tolls. “We are receiving calls from Ohio residents across the state who have reported receiving this text scam,” Charles Cyrill, an Ohio Turnpike spokesman, said Monday. “Many are not Ohio Turnpike customers.” A text message Mr. Cyrill provided as an example identifies the sender as Ohio Turnpike Tolls Services and advises payment of $9.75 to a bogus website “to avoid additional charges of $97.50.” The Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission only uses paper invoices sent by the U.S. Mail to collect unpaid tolls, and sends emails only to its E-ZPass tagholders regarding account status, such as insufficient funds or a credit-card problem, the turnpike commission said in a scam warning.
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