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Counties with the most born-and-bred residents in Ohio
The combination of inflation and increased work-from-home opportunities brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic has shifted migration patterns across the United States, the effects of which are still being felt in 2024, according to the latest Census Bureau data. In the first year of the pandemic, migration out of densely populated, expensive cities like New York and San […]
Ohio removes 155,000 from voter rolls ahead of November's presidential election
Ohio has removed 155,000 inactive and out-of-date voter registrations from the state's voter rolls ahead of the November election, the state elections chief announced Friday.Ohio Republican Secretary of State Frank LaRose said inactive voters and non-U.S. citizens were among those removed. He had directed county election directors in May to hunt through the voter rolls in an effort he says is legally mandated to remove inactive registrations."Every Ohioan, regardless of their political views, should care about accurate voter rolls," LaRose said in a statement Friday. "Diligent list maintenance helps prevent voter fraud and ensures the voice of the voters is heard on Election Day.The effort targeted people who have moved and are no longer eligible to vote at their former address, those with four consecutive years of voter inactivity, and people whose registrations don't match certain details they provided to the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles, such as their name, birth date, or driver's license number. LaRose said residents can fill out or update their voter registration by Oct. 7 online.
Ohio’s new anti-human trafficking director commends Governor DeWine for $9 million investment
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WTRF) – The state of Ohio is being proactive in their fight against human trafficking with their recent hire of Kelli Cary. Cary joins the anti-trafficking task force as their director with experience in support, services and helping victims in their healing journey. “I’m excited to be in this position so that I […]
Ohio Supreme Court rules 'boneless' chicken wings can have bones
On July 25, the Ohio Supreme Court ruled that chicken wings advertised as "boneless" can indeed have bones. The claim was brought to court by a restaurant patron who suffered serious medical complications from getting a bone stuck in his throat. Michael Berkheimer was dining with his wife and friends...
Why this Democratic senator is distancing himself from Harris’ campaign
While visiting the key battleground state of Ohio, CNN’s Manu Raju speaks to Democratic Sen. Sherrod Brown, whose seat is up for reelection, to hear his reaction to Kamala Harris’ presidency bid and question why Brown is distancing himself from the Harris campaign.
Boat seized in Ohio walleye tourney scandal goes for $82K
COLUMBUS – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife announced that the fishing boat seized from Chase Cominsky, 37, of Hermitage, Pa., was sold through an online auction Tuesday. Cominsky and Jacob Runyan, 44, of Ashtabula, were convicted in May 2023 of felony cheating and misdemeanor...
Florida man indicted for defrauding developers seeking construction loans
A Florida man has been indicted on charges of defrauding developers in Kansas, Missouri, Ohio and Utah. David Ingram allegedly bilked developers out of millions of dollars and now faces charges of wire fraud, making false declarations on bankruptcy forms and making a false account during a bankruptcy proceeding, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.
Annual Ohio Veterans Conference offers resources and networking to those who served
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — The Ohio Veterans Conference, which is organized by the Department of Veterans Services, took place on Saturday at Ohio State University. Veterans from all branches and eras of the military were welcome. They were invited to learn about different resources offered to them, meet fellow...
The Heart of Stark: Hammer & Nails celebrates 25 years of repairing houses and giving hope
In partnership with The Repository, every Monday, Stark Community Foundation highlights positive happenings in our community. Here’s to Good News Mondays! What began as a dream of founders Darlene and Mike Leghart has developed into a ministry that has helped thousands of disadvantaged individuals in Stark County. ...
Stark families find genealogy in focus at Stark Library
In much the same manner as the observation that "all politics are local," it perhaps could be said that "all genealogy is history." Genealogy research results in family history. And family history often transcends geographical and chronological boundaries. Family history intertwines with community, national and world history as individual interact with each other and experience the events of their time. ...
Inclusive Dream League baseball season a hit with special needs players and their buddies
BARRS MILLS – In a small unincorporated Sugarcreek Township community established in 1873, a baseball league comes together each summer for the special needs community to enjoy America’s favorite pastime: baseball. Dream League is open to all with special needs, mostly from around Tuscarawas County, with the objective of giving children and adults the opportunity to hit, catch, throw, and circle the base path of a real baseball diamond. ...
Tuscarawas County YMCA awards scholarship to 13 students
DOVER – The Tuscarawas County YMCA has awarded scholarships totaling $14,700 to 13 area students for the 2024-25 school year, through the Thomas J. Patton Scholarship Fund. Recipients are: Audrey Kinsey, a 2024 graduate of New Philadelphia High School, was active in band, National Honor Society, and the Science Leadership Club and is a YMCA staff member and volunteer. She will major in integrated social studies at Kent State University-Tuscarawas.Estela Mejia Sica, a 2024 graduate of Dover...
Serious and Minor Injuries in Head-On Crash
Four people were transported Sunday morning following a two-vehicle collision in Mill Township. Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers, a deputy from the Tuscarawas County Sheriff’s Office, Dennison and Uhrichsville fire personnel, and Smith Ambulance were on scene for the 10am collision on Wolford Road. Trooper Matthew Clapper says the...