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Still no action on DeWine’s call for ‘diet weed’ regulation
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A call to action from Gov. Mike DeWine nearly seven months ago to regulate delta 8 THC products still has no legislative answer. Delta 8 is a low-level THC product, sometimes known as “diet weed.” Right now, it is completely unregulated, meaning, in part, anyone at any age can buy it. […]
STDs In Michigan, Ohio and Indiana Among Highest In The Nation
A new study shows that 7 cities in Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio have a concerning number of STD cases. Here's what you should know. Sexually transmitted diseases and infections aren't easy to talk about. However, the stigma that comes with STDs and STIs adds to the difficulty of protecting people from them. The United States is currently experiencing a substantial rise in chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. The number of syphilis cases has risen nearly 30% since last year. That is part of a shocking trend according to InnerBody.com,
The Buckeye Flame is growing and glowing
The Buckeye Flame, the only Ohio newsroom dedicated exclusively to LGBTQ+ issues, is making waves. Driving the news: Staff writer H.L. Comeriato last week was named the 2024 recipient of the Sarah Pettit Memorial Award by the Association of LGBTQ+ Journalists (NLGJA). The award honors the journalist of the year...
‘The best version of myself’: Stivers grad, Miss Ohio USA 2024, competes in Miss USA pageant soon
Miss Ohio USA Macy Hudson, a 2017 Stivers School for the Arts graduate, is feeling confident, determined and grateful as she prepares to compete in the 73rd Miss USA pageant, which will take place Aug. 4 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. “I’m hoping for the very best but...
Sixth Circuit tosses parent group’s challenge to Ohio school district’s pronoun policy
(CN) — A Sixth Circuit panel ruled in favor of a suburban Columbus, Ohio, school district on Monday, upholding its protections for transgender students. The Olentangy Local School District's anti-harassment policies and code of conduct bar discrimination based on "sexual orientation and transgender identity." The national conservative group Parents Defending Education argued in their May 2023 lawsuit that these policies mandated the use of transgender students' preferred pronouns and violated the First Amendment.
Free breakfast, lunch for all Bedford City School District students beginning 2024-2025 school year
BEDFORD, Ohio – The Bedford City School District will offer free breakfast and lunch to every student this school year, regardless of household income. The meals, which will continue to meet USDA nutritional guidelines, will be offered as part of the district’s participation in the National School Lunch Program’s Community Eligibility Provision (CEP).
CALL FOR ENTRIES: NOGA Great Lakes Scratch Stroke Play #3
The Northern Ohio Golf Association is accepting entries for the Great Lakes Auto Scratch Series Stroke Play #3 at Glenmoor Country Club in Canton on August 12th. Registration is open until 11:59 pm on Monday, August 5th.
Cleveland schools join growing cohort of districts banning cell phones to boost student learning
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Beginning this academic year, all Cleveland Metropolitan School District schools will enforce a cell-phone-free environment to enhance student learning and academic performance. This initiative comes as part of a broader movement observed across various school districts and legislative actions aimed at minimizing distractions caused by personal electronic...
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