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‘Equipment failure’ causes fire at Warren County substation
MAINEVILLE, Ohio (WDTN) — An investigation is underway after a fire and explosion broke out at an area Duke Energy substation. Hamilton Township Fire and Rescue were dispatched Friday around 6 a.m. to the 8600 block of Butterworth Road in Maineville to Duke Energy’s Foster Substation. Crews responded for an explosion and fire at the […]
Pickaway Court of Common Pleas News
Joseph L. Avilucea, 27, of 3791 SR 63, Lebanon, pleaded not guilty to Aggravated Possession of Drugs. Disposition: Pretrial 7/19Terrance D. Burgan, 56, of 5787 SR 63, Lebanon, pleaded not guilty to Illegal Conveyance of Drugs onto the Grounds of a Detention Facility. Disposition: Pretrial 7/19Heidi R. Hammers, 45, of 3510 Walnut Rd., Hebron, pleaded not guilty to Aggravated Possession of Drugs, Illegal Conveyance of Drugs onto the Grounds of a Detention Facility. Disposition: Pretrial 7/19Abby L. Huggins, 64, of 333 Wood Lane, Circleville, pleaded guilty to Theft. Disposition: 12 months in prison (suspended), $4,000 restitution, 3 years community controlTimothy Kinstler, 59, of 1704 Audrey Rd., Columbus, pleaded guilty to Passing Bad Checks. Disposition: 6 months in prisonGary R. Leasure, 29, of 110 S. Maple St., Lancaster, pleaded not guilty to Receiving Stolen Property. Disposition: Pretrial 7/19Hannah E. Marcum, 32, 10830 Swope Rd. SW, Amanda, pleaded not guilty to Theft of Drugs (x3). Disposition: Pretrial 7/19Jason McCarty, 48, of 504 E. 9th Ave., Wellston, pleaded not guilty to Felony OMVI, Aggravated Possession of Drugs. Disposition: Pretrial 7/19Jason A. McGowan 44 115 N. Washington St., Circleville, pleaded guilty to Aggravated Possession of Drugs. Disposition: 18 months in prison
Lebanon Blues Festival puts focus on women musicians as event celebrates 25th anniversary
Myriad talented women will headline this year’s Lebanon Blues Festival in historic downtown Lebanon. This is the 25th anniversary of the event to which thousands have flocked to enjoy two days of food vendors, gifted artists, craft booths, deluxe beer gardens and the blues every year and this quarter-century milestone should be no different.
Weather alert: Severe storms possible Friday with damaging winds and torrential rain
A cold front is expected to cross Ohio on Friday. The passage of the front is expected to bring slightly cooler temperatures and a chance of rain. The National Weather Service says some of these isolated storms on Friday could be severe across northern Ohio. "A couple storms could be...
Ohio’s first Innovation Hub getting $40M in taxpayer funds
(The Center Square) – More than $40 million in state and local taxpayer money is expected to be spent creating Ohio’s first Innovation Hub. Gov. Mike DeWine recently announced the collaboration, which officials say will enhance northwest Ohio’s position as a global leader in glass science, engineering, technology and production. “Innovation rarely happens without daring ideas and bold risks, and Ohio's new Glass Innovation Hub will be a groundbreaking example...
Ohio man playing football in water bitten by shark at 'shark bite capital of the world'
A 21-year-old Ohio man was bitten by a shark at Florida's New Smyrna Beach on the Fourth of July while playing football in knee-deep water, according to Beach Safety Ocean Rescue Interim Director Tammy Malphurs. The shark bit him on the right foot. The man's injuries were not life-threatening, and...
Study reveals Ohio traffic deaths up compared to 10 years ago despite recent declines
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The July 4 weekend means Ohio’s roads will be packed with holiday travelers. AAA projects almost 61 million will hit the road and another 10 million have other travel plans. A recent report digging through a decade of traffic fatality data offers a reminder to be patient behind the wheel.
Ohio’s casinos, racinos report uptick in May gambling revenue
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Ohio’s casinos and racinos saw an uptick in gambling revenue and had their best May since 2021. The state’s 11 casinos and racinos brought in a combined $204 million in May, up from $196 million in 2023 and $202 million in 2022. The record for the month was set in 2021, at $209 million, according to data from the Ohio casino control and lottery commissions.
$14 Million Incentive Alert: Ohio’s Transformational Mixed-Use Development Tax Credit Program Opens Summer 2023
Ohio’s Transformational Mixed-Use Development Tax Credit program, launching applications from August 23 to October 4, offers up to 10% of project costs to developers for complex mixed-use projects, aiming to stimulate economic growth and urban revitalization statewide. Ohio’s Transformational Mixed-Use Development Tax Credit Program Opens for Applications According to the Business Journals, Ohio is preparing […]
Wendy’s Takes Aim at McDonald’s with Clever Billboards in Ohio
CAMBRIDGE, OH – Wendy’s has made another bold marketing move in its home state of Ohio, placing eye-catching billboards directly above a McDonald’s location. Known for their edgy social media presence, Wendy’s has taken their competitive spirit to new heights, literally. The first billboard, spotted by...
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