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Village council discusses food truck regulations
MECHANICSBURG — The Mechanicsburg Village Council met on Monday, June 17 in regular session in the municipal building. Mayor Jason Adelsberger was not present. Owners of a food truck were present at the meeting. They were there to discuss the arrangements they have made with the owner of the old Grandma’s Pizza building located at 300 West Main Street. Discussion was had amongst council regarding the lack of rules/regulations and permitting the village currently has on food trucks in general. Ultimately it was decided that more information was needed on how to proceed, and a request was made for the planning commission to meet and make decisions on rules and regulations regarding food trucks. Temporary allowance of the particular food truck in question was approved.
Historical Society hosts Ice Cream Social on July 21
Celebrate National Ice Cream Day by enjoying locally-made Woodruff Farm ice cream, with cake or pie, at the Champaign County Historical Society’s annual Ice Cream Social from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, July 21 on the front lawn of the CCHS Museum, 809 East Lawn Ave., Urbana. Admission...
‘Uncle Sam’ cruises in style
The Champaign Cruisers held their 26th Annual Firecracker Car, Truck & Bike Show at Skelley Lumber Co. on Thursday, July 4. Pictured, “Uncle Sam” stands with his 1954 Chevy and 1931 Ford. Urbana’s fireworks show will be held Saturday night preceded by a holiday festival, all at Grimes Field.
Mercy Health cancer program attains national accreditation
SPRINGFIELD – Mercy Health’s oncology program has received re-accreditation under the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Commission on Cancer (CoC) Accreditation Program, a consortium of professional organizations dedicated to improving survival and quality of life for patients with cancer by setting and raising standards. CoC accreditation is granted...
Ohio traffic deaths up compared to ten years ago despite recent declines
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. The Roadway Information Program, or […] The post Ohio traffic deaths up compared to ten years ago despite recent declines appeared first on Ohio Capital Journal.
New report looks at underlying causes of Ohio’s violent crimes
Many societal structures and systems can be drivers of violent crimes, according to a new report by the Health Policy Institute of Ohio. More than 30,000 violent crimes — including homicide, rape, robbery and aggravated assault — were reported in Ohio in 2023. “Even with laws and penalties such as arrest and incarceration in place, […] The post New report looks at underlying causes of Ohio’s violent crimes appeared first on Ohio Capital Journal.
Child care still unaffordable, inaccessible for many in Ohio
Ohio parents are working hard, sometimes at multiple jobs, but most still can’t afford child care, that is if there are child care options at all where they live. A new report from child care advocacy group Groundwork Ohio showed the scarcity of child care and the struggles parents had even when they could obtain […] The post Child care still unaffordable, inaccessible for many in Ohio appeared first on Ohio Capital Journal.
Highlighting Ohio and her people who shaped our country during America's 250th birthday
This Fourth of July, as our country celebrated its 248th year as a nation, we took the opportunity to pause and reflect on our shared identity as Americans. Independence Day is a momentous time to recognize and celebrate our nation's strength and feel gratitude for the many wonderful reasons we are proud to be Americans — and Ohioans. July Fourth is more than just a date on the calendar — it's a day of deep significance and one of the best celebrations of the year. ...
How long after the holiday can you shoot off fireworks? OSHP also cracking down on aggressive drivers
HUBBARD, Ohio (WKBN) – $2.3 billion dollars. That’s how much money Americans spent on fireworks in 2023. And once again this year sales of fireworks are skyrocketing. Pun intended. We checked in on Wholesale Fireworks this morning. Sales were steady here at their Hubbard location on Route 62,...
Walleye, weather to cooperate during holiday weekend: NE Ohio fishing report
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Communities along the Ohio shoreline kept their fingers crossed yesterday that late showers wouldn’t put a damper on Thursday evening’s Independence Day fireworks. Lake Erie fishermen were happy the weather forecast also called for mild winds for the holiday fishing along the Ohio shoreline.
2024’s violent tornado season has been one of the most active on record
Spring 2024 was unnerving for people across large parts of the U.S. as tornado warnings and sirens sent them scrambling for safety. More than 1,100 tornadoes were reported through May − a preliminary number but nearly twice the 30-year average at that point and behind only 2011, when deadly tornado outbreaks tore across the southeastern […] The post 2024’s violent tornado season has been one of the most active on record appeared first on Ohio Capital Journal.
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