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Stewart’s legislation to simplify legal system signed into law
COLUMBUS– House Bill 179, legislation that simplifies Ohio’s legal system by clarifying against which parties and in what time frame certain lawsuits must be filed, was unanimously passed by the Ohio House and Senate and signed into law, announced bill sponsors State Representatives Adam Mathews (R-Lebanon) and Brian Stewart (R-Ashville). “HB 179 will ensure that lawsuits are directed at the relevant parties and that they do not unnecessarily drag in innocent, unrelated people at great personal expense,” Stewart said. “House Bill 179 strikes the right...
Ohio State Fair celebrates NBC4 Family Discount Day
COLUMBUS, OH (CRAWFORD COUNTY NOW)—The Ohio State Fair is celebrating NBC4 Family Discount Day today, July 29, offering a day full of activities, entertainment, food, and rides that the whole family will love. NBC4 Family Discount Day. Starting at 10 a.m., adults will be admitted for the kids’ admission...
Ohio man sentenced for possession with intent to distribute fentanyl in Mississippi
A Dayton, Ohio man was sentenced on Friday to eight years in prison for possessing fentanyl with intent to distribute it while he resided in Oxford in April 2021. According to court documents, Justin Elkins, 35, previously pled guilty in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Mississippi to one count of attempting to possess fentanyl with intent to distribute the drug in Oxford in April 2021 after officers intercepted a package sent through the U.S. mail containing the drug. Elkins was sentenced Friday afternoon by U.S. District Judge Sharion Aycock to 96 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release.
Ohio State Highway Patrol competes in National “Best Looking Cruiser” contest
COLUMBUS, OH (MARION COUNTY NOW)—The Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) is participating in the 11th annual “Best Looking Cruiser” contest, a national competition sponsored by the American Association of State Troopers (AAST). The OSHP is rallying support for their new Dodge Durango, which is currently in the running for the title of the nation’s best-looking cruiser.
Mayor Smith updates Lima Rotary on efforts to improve housing such as 3D printing homes in city
LIMA, OH (WLIO) - The mayor of Lima gave the Rotary Club an update on the city government's accomplishments over the last six months. Mayor Sharetta Smith explained to Rotarians Monday afternoon how her office has been working towards improving the local economy and quality of life. One of Smith's main areas of focus is handling the lack of safe and affordable housing. There are grant programs available to help both homeowners and landlords improve their properties.
Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in Ohio
The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $360,310 in May, 3.9% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, […]
Motorcyclists pay tribute to fallen Ohio officers, including Jacob Derbin and Jamieson Ritter
A solemn and roaring tribute to fallen officers across the state of Ohio and locally was held Sunday in Cleveland. It was the 16th annual Cops Ride and fundraiser.
Check out what's in the audio pages of WYSO's weekly radio magazine
Check out the latest WYSO Weekend - our weekly radio magazine with host Jerry Kenney, who brings you the latest features from WYSO producers and interviews from around the Miami Valley. Piqua Battery Burn: Lithium-ion batteries power everything from cell phones to electric vehicles. But they can combust suddenly and...
Beating the heat at the Ohio State Fair
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Lines were wrapped around the gates going into the Ohio State Fair on Saturday. With more people checking out the fair, the temperature rose to the low 90s. Luckily, the fair has misting and fan stations throughout the area. If you plan on going to...
Monday Memories: Stickney plant wrangled Jeep model from Canada in 1992
Toledo auto workers cheered when the first 1993-model Jeep Wranglers rolled off the assembly line In July 1992. It was a proud moment and a victorious return for a descendant of the original Toledo-made, World War II-era Jeep. Workers had gone through a tumultuous couple of years at the plant. Chrysler announced it would discontinue production of the Grand Wagoneer in early 1991 and close the plant, laying off 1,000 workers. That summer, they announced they would reopen the plant and move production of the Wrangler from Brampton, Ontario, to Toledo. The first Wranglers rolled off the line a year...
Findlay-Hancock Community Foundation Teams Up With Findlay Police Department
The Findlay-Hancock Community Foundation teamed up with the Findlay Police Department at a few area parks last week. Through the interactions, relationships between local police officers and area residents were strengthened. More community engagement activities are planned throughout the year and you can follow their page on Facebook to learn...