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Reuters investigation raises concerns over US Health Agency’s handling of contamination reports, impact felt locally
PIKETON, Ohio (AP) — A recent Reuters investigation into the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) has sparked local outcry, particularly concerning the former Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Plant in Piketon. The ATSDR, established more than four decades ago to assess health risks from some of the nation’s most toxic sites, is now under scrutiny for allegedly protecting polluters and providing misleading reports.
Fluor-BWXT gives $9,500 to Seal Township for upkeep to Mound Cemetery
PIKE COUNTY – Fluor-BWXT (FBP) presented a check for $9,500 to Seal Township for the upkeep and ongoing beautification program at Mound Cemetery. The township has an easement with the former Gaseous Diffusion Plant for utilities. “We know there is a lot that goes into keeping the cemetery mowed and clean,” said FBP...
Powerball winning numbers for Monday, Aug. 12, 2024; jackpot $212 million
CLEVELAND, Ohio — The results are in for the Monday, Aug. 12, 2024, Powerball drawing, with the jackpot at an estimated $212 million. The numbers are 9-22-57-67-68 Powerball 14 Power Play 3x. The Classic Lotto numbers are 24-27-28-32-37-44 Kicker 893343. The jackpot is $14.3 million for the Wednesday, Aug....
Ohio hospital system fires second CEO in two years
The MetroHealth System’s board announced it was terminating Dr. Airica Steed while on a leave of absence. Her lawyer says she was ‘blindsided’ by the system’s action. For the second time in less than two years, the MetroHealth System in Ohio has fired its CEO, and once again, a legal battle appears likely.
Incumbent Marcy Kaptur (D) and Derek Merrin (R) are running in the general election in Ohio’s 9th Congressional District
Incumbent Marcy Kaptur (D) and Derek Merrin (R) are running in the general election on Nov. 5, 2024, to represent Ohio’s 9th Congressional District. Kaptur has represented the district since 1983 and is the longest-serving woman in Congress. Merrin serves in the Ohio House of Representatives. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R) and Donald Trump (R) endorsed Merrin in the primary. The Sandusky Register’s Tom Jackson said Kaptur “may be facing the toughest race of her career as she seeks re-election in a northern Ohio district that both sides believe they can win.” Erie County Republican Party chair Caleb Stidham said, “I think the worst mistake Republicans can make is underestimating Marcy Kaptur,” adding, “She’s a fierce competitor. She’s been around for 40 years for a reason. She knows how to campaign.”
Grimm wins state photo contest
Urbana resident Andrew Grimm won the grand prize in the Ohio State Parks photo contest this year. The photo was created in February of 2019 at Buck Creek State Park in Clark County. Grimm was a Clark County resident before moving to Urbana after recovering from a shooting incident. “It...
ODNR Division of Wildlife offering Free Range Day on Aug. 17
COLUMBUS – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife and the National Shooting Sports Foundation have partnered to host a Free Range Day at three of Ohio’s premier public shooting ranges on Saturday, Aug. 17. Those interested can visit one of the following Division of...
Coalition pushes to bring universal free lunch program to Ohio schools
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Thousands of Ohio students come from a food insecure household, and a coalition is trying to help alleviate that struggle. “We know that hunger is a really big issue in our classrooms,” co-founder of Hunger Free Schools Ohio Katherine Ungar said. Ungar’s coalition is pushing for the creation of a free […]
'They're preying on low-income individuals': Department of Job and Family Services warning of rise in SNAP fraud
TOLEDO, Ohio — Ohio SNAP benefit recipients are being advised to be extra cautious with their cards. The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services reports more than $4.2 million has been reimbursed to more than 8,500 Ohioans from October 2022 to August 2024. The department said a fraud...
Northeast Ohioans coping with outages nearly a week later
Nearly a week after powerful storms and tornadoes ripped through Northeast Ohio, thousands remained without power, hoping restoration crews would make good on their projection to have mostly everyone back online before Wednesday, August 14.
What a state of emergency means for your storm relief
BROOK PARK, Ohio — Over the weekend, Gov. Mike DeWine issued a State of Emergency, and many residents are asking what this means for their recovery. Almost a week after Tuesday’s five tornadoes, the impact is still clear. Angela Craider lives in Brook Park, where, in addition to the damage, they had no power for days.
Ohio farmers celebrating success, but forecast troubling future
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Ohio’s tourism slogan, “The Heart of It All,” could also apply to its role in American agriculture. Farming is big business in Ohio. The Ohio Department of Agriculture says farming has a $148 billion impact on the state each year. Ohio ranks first in the nation in swiss cheese production, second in […]
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