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‘It’s frustrating because we’re split in half.’ Ohio counties cut into 2 congressional districts
Tuscarawas County is a county divided. The northeastern Ohio county is split into two congressional districts — the 6th district and the 12th district. “It’s frustrating because we’re split in half,” said Tuscarawas Democratic Party Chair Gail Garbrandt. “People don’t know what part of the county’s in six and what part of it’s in 12. […] The post ‘It’s frustrating because we’re split in half.’ Ohio counties cut into 2 congressional districts appeared first on Ohio Capital Journal.
Ohio advocates plan to hold lawmakers accountable with anti-gerrymandering reform
Ohio advocates believe lawmakers will finally be able to be held accountable now that an anti-gerrymandering constitutional amendment will be on the November ballot. Unsurprisingly, politicians who benefit from the redistricting process are not in favor of losing that power. Ohio could look drastically different in the coming years. “It was such an incredible feeling […] The post Ohio advocates plan to hold lawmakers accountable with anti-gerrymandering reform appeared first on Ohio Capital Journal.
Pitsenbarger to be honored with new memorial
TROY — Airman First Class William Pitsenbarger, who received the prestigious Medal of Honor 34 years after his death, will have a new memorial erected in his honor. The Miami County Commissioners approved a one-time contribution of $25,000 to Miami Memorial Park in Covington, where Pitsenbarger and his parents are buried, at their meeting on Tuesday, July 23.
Lakota's new superintendent focuses on improving district culture and test scores
Ashley Whitely is Lakota Local Schools' new superintendent, but she's not a new face to the Lakota community. Whitely used to teach English at Lakota East High School and has lived in the district for several years. Her daughter is in the district and will be in seventh grade this fall. "I was not...
County engineer celebrates retirement, passes torch
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — The Montgomery County Engineer is celebrating “no work ahead.” Paul Gruner has served as the Montgomery County Engineer for 13 years, after serving in the private sector for 30 years. On Thursday, his office celebrated his next chapter — retirement. Colleagues from throughout his career joined in the party, signing a […]
Woman charged with 29 counts of animal neglect
DUBLIN, Ind. — A Wayne County woman was charged when officers discovered dozens of animals in her home that was covered in feces and reeking of urine. Lisa Mann, 52, was charged with 29 counts of Animal Neglect, a Class A Misdemeanor. According to court documents, a complainant went to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Department […]
Roberts Bros. announces scholarship opportunity
ST. PARIS — Roberts Brothers Comfort (RBC) announced a recent scholarship program in addition to their second annual furnace giveaway. Brad Penrod, owner of RBC, talked about a new scholarship honoring one of his mentors. “It’s the Michael J. Dorsten Scholarship,” Penrod said. “We had the idea of someone...
5 Dayton-area men arrested after high-speed chase starts in Ashland, rolls through Richland County
ASHLAND — Five Dayton-area men are in the Ashland County jail after a high-speed chase began in Ashland and reached all the way to the I-270 outerbelt of Columbus, according to a press release from the Ashland Police Department. With assistance from surrounding agencies, suspects, Sir Christon Spencer Unique...
Carmen’s Crew Takes Down Defending Champion Heartfire 74-70, Advances To Quarterfinal Round Of The Basketball Tournament
Ohio State’s alumni team Carmen’s Crew advanced to the quarterfinals of The Basketball Tournament Wednesday night at Dayton’s UD Arena with a 74-70 upset win over defending champion and top-seeded Heartfire. Carmen’s Crew led by as many as 17 points in the first half but saw its...
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