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‘Call to Action’ issued to improve affordable housing options in BG
A community organization is looking for solutions to Bowling Green’s housing issues in unlikely places – old industrial sites that can be transformed into smaller inexpensive homes, and older apartmentized houses that can be reverted back to single-family homes. The “Call to Action” plan is being proposed by...
Thousands expected to attend ‘Bash on the Bay’ for country music mega stars
PUT-IN-BAY, Ohio (WOIO) - Put-In-Bay’s music festival, “Bash on the Bay,” is ready to welcome thousands of county music fans of today’s biggest stars. Headliners include county music stars Jelly Roll and Hardy, who will be preforming at the grounds of the Put-In-Bay Airport on Wednesday, Aug. 21, and Thursday, Aug. 22.
‘They wished my children would burn’: Bryan mayor asks for civility amid legal battle with Dad’s Place
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Bryan has century-old businesses, exciting developments, and was recently named one of the best hometowns in Ohio. But Mayor Carrie Schlade said all of the positive things coming out of the community have been overshadowed by a legal battle between the city and Dad’s Place, a local church that’s housing the homeless.
See when the groundbreaking kicks off for Ohio's first Buc-ee's in Huber Heights
A cap-wearing beaver is quickly approaching the Buckeye State. Ohio's first Buc-ee's convenience store near Dayton will host a groundbreaking ceremony on August 8 as construction on the location begins, according to a Buc-ee's press release. The store, located at 8000 State Highway 235 in Huber Heights, a suburb on the north side of...
Following bankruptcy, Ohio restaurant chain closing all locations outside of Cleveland
An Ohio-based restaurant chain that once boasted multiple Columbus locations, and more than 10 throughout the state, is preparing to shutter all of its eateries outside of the Cleveland area. According to statement posted to its social media accounts earlier this week by owner Matt Fish, Melt Bar & Grilled...
Hard rock returns to plaza stage Thursday
The Decatur Chamber’s 2024 Summer Concert Series returns to hard rock this week as the annual series moves into the third and final month of its schedule. Thunderstruck, a tribute band playing the music of AC/DC, returns to the Madison St. Plaza stage Thursday in the first of five August concerts which will bring the ’24 series to a wrapup.
USPS Initiates Mailing Service Changes, IN Residents Affected
The United States Postal Service (USPS) plays a vital role in the daily lives of Indiana residents. From sending letters and packages to receiving bills and other important documents, residents rely on their mailing services for efficient and cost-effective shipping options. However, customers in the state will now be affected by recent changes to services provided by USPS.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine opposes redistricting ballot measure
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine opposes a constitutional amendment that would remove politicians like himself from drawing congressional and state lawmakers' districts. The proposed amendment would replace Ohio's current method of drawing maps for congressional and state legislative districts, a process called redistricting. Instead, a 15-member citizen panel without close political ties would...
Ohio bill would allow impaired driving test for marijuana, but does it work?
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Law enforcement could get a new test to check for high drivers with a pending Ohio bill, but challengers are raising questions about its accuracy. Republican Reps. D.J. Swearingen and Cindy Abrams introduced House Bill 230 in June 2023. After slowly making its way through a committee, the bill passed in […]
Tornado touches down in southwest Ohio, NWS confirms
MORROW, Ohio — A small tornado early Tuesday morning in southwest Ohio caused minor damage to homes and uprooted some trees, according to the National Weather Service. The EF-1 tornado set down in Warren County at about 1:40 a.m. and stayed on the ground for 10 minutes and more than eight miles, carrying into Clinton County. Its top estimated wind speed was 95 mph.
Storms possible Wednesday and Thursday
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - The National Weather Service has confirmed an EF1 tornado in Warren County near Morrow Tuesday morning around 1:40am. It was on the ground for 8.1 miles moving into Clinton County near Blanchester. They say the peak winds were 95mph. With that tornado, the National Weather Service has officially confirmed 65 tornadoes in the state of Ohio so far this year. That is the most ever on record going back to 1950. 1992 is second with 62 tornadoes and just last year in 2023 we had 60.
High school football scrimmage schedule 2024 for NE Ohio
CLEVELAND, Ohio — High school football practices are ramping up this week, and scrimmages will soon follow this preseason. The regular season kicks off Friday, Aug. 23, for most teams. There are a few games a night earlier. Can’t wait until then? Here is a compilation of scrimmages in the meantime:
Large-scale Ohio research project to explore how solar and farming can co-exist
Research underway at a Madison County solar farm promises to shed light on how well multi-use farming can work at a large scale. The answers will help shape best practices for future projects, while addressing some concerns raised in ongoing debates over siting large solar projects in rural farm areas. Spread across more than 1,900 […]
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