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TAKE THE SURVEY FOR THE PARKS & RIVERFRONT MASTER PLAN!
The City of Defiance proudly announces the launch of the Parks and Riverfront Master Plan, a comprehensive initiative aimed at enhancing the quality of life for residents by developing vibrant, community-focused park and riverfront spaces. This project stems from the 2023 Comprehensive Community Action Plan, which highlighted the community's passion for improving public spaces and the environment.
Researchers set batteries on fire for years in a small Ohio city. Residents weren't told
For years, in a small town in southwest Ohio, researchers were setting batteries on fire. They hoped to determine what makes lithium-ion batteries — the ones found in everything from cell phones to electric vehicles — combust suddenly and without warning. But a WYSO investigation found that community...
Klinker named 2024 Ohio History Teacher of the Year by Gilder Lehrman Institute
PIKETON — Andy Klinker, a teacher at Piketon Jr./Sr. High School, has been named the 2024 Ohio History Teacher of the Year by the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History. Established in 2004, this prestigious award recognizes exceptional elementary through high school teachers for their outstanding contributions to American history education. Presented annually by the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History, the nation’s leading nonprofit organization dedicated to K–12 American history education, this award honors one K–12 teacher from each state, the District of Columbia,...
Effort to give Ohio homeowners some property tax relief
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WKRC) - An Ohio lawmaker from Cincinnati is urging his colleagues to support legislation that would give qualified homeowners up to $1,000 in property tax relief. Democratic State Rep. Dani Isaacsohn said he's heard his fair share of stories from people who say they need relief on their...
STDs In Michigan, Ohio and Indiana Among Highest In The Nation
A new study shows that 7 cities in Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio have a concerning number of STD cases. Here's what you should know. Sexually transmitted diseases and infections aren't easy to talk about. However, the stigma that comes with STDs and STIs adds to the difficulty of protecting people from them. The United States is currently experiencing a substantial rise in chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. The number of syphilis cases has risen nearly 30% since last year. That is part of a shocking trend according to InnerBody.com,
This country singer is slated to perform ahead of BGSU Homecoming game
BOWLING GREEN, Ohio — A famous country singer and songwriter will perform a free concert at Bowling Green State University (BGSU) during the university's annual Homecoming festivities in September. The university has booked award-winning country singer Phil Vassar as a part of its 2024 Homecoming celebration, according to a...
Oberlin Food Hub brings fresh produce to Ohio's food banks while supporting local farmers
One in seven Ohioans faces food insecurity, according to Feeding America. This story is part of a “Sound of Us” series in partnership with Lorain County's Second Harvest Food Bank. For many of Ohio’s local organic farmers, acquiring land, purchasing equipment and managing crops can be challenging enough,...
Sheriff: Adrian Man in Critical Condition after Crash into Gas Station, May have Suffered Medical Emergency
Madison Twp., MI – A 58-year-old Adrian man is in critical condition after he lost control of his vehicle and crashed into the utility pole and a gas station building early Tuesday morning. The Lenawee County Sheriff’s Office says that Deputies responded to the Lightning Quick Gas Station located...
JD Vance is making the political debate around parenting weird
Ohio U.S. Sen. and Republican vice presidential nominee J.D. Vance is getting a lot of attention for his remarks he made a couple of years ago attacking Vice President Kamala Harris as a “childless cat lady,” and questioning why we’d let people without children into positions of power. Let’s skip over the fact that Harris […]
First law enforcement therapy dog in Ohio honored with memorial service
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A memorial service with a full police honor guard was held Tuesday for Franklin County Sheriff's Deputy Mattis K9, the first law enforcement therapy K9 in the state of Ohio. Mattis passed away in June after battling health issues. The yellow Labrador retriever was 7...
Cat ladies, position pivots and finding religion: JD Vance’s life under a national microscope
WASHINGTON, D. C. - Since his anointment as Donald Trump’s GOP vice-presidential running mate, U.S. Sen. JD Vance of Ohio has been barnstorming the country on behalf of his running mate as his past policy reversals and contentious remarks have been put under a microscope. So far, Trump’s choice...
Barend Botha Wins First Tournament as Professional
OTTAWA, Ont. – Former Rocket Barend Botha claimed his first professional victory on Sunday at the Commissionaires Ottawa Open in his second tournament on the PGA Americas Tour after carding a final-round five-under par 67. He finished at 26-under for the tournament at the par-72, 7,032-yard Eagle Creek Golf Club.
Fight Hunger, Stock the Trailer returns to Richland County Fair
Farm Credit Mid-America and Richland County Fair are announcing the return of Fight Hunger, Stock the Trailer. Presented by Farm Credit Mid-America and sponsored by Rural 1st, this friendly competition — now in its fourth year — helps junior fairs raise food donations for local food banks across Ohio. From Aug. 6-12, local community members are invited to bring non-perishable food items to the Richland County Fair. Look for Stock the Trailer signage at the fair...
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