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Cincinnati dispensaries prepare for recreational cannabis sales; Kentucky customers beware
Within the next week or so, medical marijuana dispensaries located in the Greater Cincinnati area are expected to receive clearance to begin selling cannabis to recreational customers. Several medical dispensaries have already been granted provisional licenses by the state. All that remains is for a state inspector to give the...
ABDO-men return for Granville Fourth of July parade tradition
While visiting his brother-in-law in Frederick, Maryland, Greg Dixon was killing time. Dixon and his wife, Megan, accompanied by friends Jeff and Vicki Lammers, milled about in a multifloor antique shop cluttered with dust-covered junk-treasure and antiques. Dixon’s fingers fluttered through a long, skinny box of postcards, one at a...
Parks department trying to clean up local pond
SALEM, Ohio (WKBN) – The city’s park department is working to clean up the Waterworth Memorial Park in Salem after nature has covered up the pond. A large portion of the duck pond at Waterworth Memorial Park has a thin green layer floating on top. Duckweed, as it’s called, has taken over.
What’s open and closed in Ohio on July 4th
To see notable Fourth of July events in central Ohio, watch the video in the player above. COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Many central Ohio stores and restaurants are open with varying hours on Thursday, while a few businesses are closed for Independence Day. Find which retailers are open or closed below. Is the library open […]
Their View: Supporting the American tire retreading industry
Tire retreading supports thousands of good paying jobs across the country and in Ohio. Akron is the Rubber Capital of the world, and the tire and retread industries have been critical to the local economy for decades. Trucking companies rely on retreaded tires to keep their trucks on the road...
Man critically injured during alleged robbery in north Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A man is in critical condition after being assaulted during an alleged robbery Wednesday night in north Columbus. Police said that they received reports a man was unresponsive just before 11 p.m. at the intersection of Corrugated Way and English Alley from an assault. Officers found the man had suffered from […]
Cameron Mitchell's new downtown Columbus steakhouse is ready for its debut
Butcher & Rose, a new steakhouse from Cameron Mitchell Restaurants, will join the downtown Columbus dining scene this Saturday. Located on the ground floor of Edwards Cos.' Preston Centre at 155 E. Broad St., the restaurant will serve dinner seven nights a week, from 4-10 p.m. on Monday through Saturday and 4-9 p.m. on Sundays.
HUD audit: Columbus Housing Authority's contractor CGI missed problems in Section 8 homes
The Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority — through a contractor — failed to ensure all Section 8 housing met quality standards, according to a new federal report. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Inspector General released a report Tuesday on Columbus’ housing choice voucher program, often called Section 8. The program for...
Mansfield resident working with big-time collaborators in Nashville music scene
Joe Richard is on the verge of a breakthrough. The Mansfield resident and Nashville recording artist appears on the cover of the July edition of Cashbox magazine. Next week, Richard will collaborate with Nashville producer Ken Royster, who has worked with multi-platinum artist Luke Combs, among others, on two songs. ...
Pickaway-Ross Basic Peace Officer Academy receives STAR Academy Designation
CHILLICOTHE — The Pickaway-Ross Adult Education Basic Peace Officer Academy, in partnership with Ohio University Chillicothe, has achieved the Ohio Attorney General's STAR Academy designation. Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost visited the Adult Education campus on June 28 to present this award, recognizing the outstanding achievements of the inaugural academy. ...
Matters of Graves Importance: Fourth of July packed with things to do
Happy Fourth of July week Chillicothe! Check out these upcoming events to add even more sparks to your holiday. Be safe my friends. Nothing beats a good ‘ole fish fry and the Harrison Township Fire & Rescue Department and Association’s annual one will start at Walnut Creek Campground and Resorts at 11 a.m. Stop by early before they sell out. Danbarry Cinemas Free Summer Movies Series on this holiday is Wonka and it begins at 10 a.m. Doors will open one hour before showtime and the concession stand will be open. No tickets are needed. Seats are limited and not guaranteed so arrive early. No outside food or drink permitted.
DeWine orders flags lowered for fallen Ohio officer
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WDTN) — Governor DeWine has ordered flags to be lowered following the death of a Cleveland police officer. DeWine announced in a press release that flags should be flown at half-staff in honor of the life and service of officer Jamieson Ritter. This order applies to all public buildings and grounds throughout Cuyahoga […]
What temperature do you keep your house during the summer?
CHILLICOTHE — Summer is here in Ross County as felt by the hot weather the area has been experiencing. During this time how cool do you like to keep your house? Vote in the poll and find out later this month if your thermostat settings are similar to those around you.
Report: Darius Garland was ‘pissed’ when he read that he would request trade if Cavs brought back Donovan Mitchell
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland reportedly wasn’t happy with the rumors that suggested he would want to leave the Cavs if they signed guard Donovan Mitchell to an extension this offseason. “I am not convinced that Darius wants out,” Cleveland.com’s Chris Fedor said. “I’m not convinced that Darius is...
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