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Family camps out for 17 hours to get the best view of Red, White & BOOM!
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – On the morning of Red, White & BOOM! families line Civic Center Drive with caution tape, hoping to secure a spot with the best view of the fireworks. Abby Silvia, a Columbus native, comes to BOOM! nearly every year with her family, as long as her husband is able to get […]
Adena Health does not meet standards of top healthcare accreditation group
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio (WCMH) — A hospital system in Chillicothe that was the subject of several reports by NBC4 Investigates, has been notified that it does not meet the standards of a top healthcare accreditation organization. The National Committee for Quality Assurance has denied Adena Health’s accreditation in credentialing. NCQA is a non-profit organization that bills […]
Report: Former Rangers Forward Signs Deal With Hurricanes
Jack Roslovic officially has a new contract. After spending the 2023-24 season split between the Columbus Blue Jackets and New York Rangers, he is signing with the Hurricanes. Details are expected to come later, as Darren Dreger reports he will be signing in Carolina. This is a great deal for the scoring winger.
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.
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.
Voter accuracy program going statewide in Ohio
(The Center Square) – A pilot program targeting the accuracy of voter rolls in Ohio is now going statewide. Secretary of State Frank LaRose recently announced a new voter data integrity program that began in six counties and is now going statewide. The program uses county-specific digital dashboards to help identify voter registration discrepancies. “These data entry discrepancies are not commonly indicative of fraud or irregularities, but they must be...
Critically endangered gorilla born at Ohio zoo
An Ohio zoo welcomed an adorable — and critically endangered — baby gorilla over the weekend.The newborn western lowland gorilla is mother Sue's first child, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium said Wednesday. She's been very attentive to her baby, nuzzling and cradling the newborn. "With tiny hands and beautiful big brown eyes that melt our hearts, this baby is absolutely precious — in regard to both the cuteness factor and what the baby represents for this species' future," said Audra Meinelt, curator of the Columbus Zoo's Congo Expedition region, in a statement.Zoo workers have decided to wait before determining if the...
Ross CAC Announces Schedule for Youth Free Summer Lunch Program
Ross County Community Action is promoting their Free Summer Meals at locations throughout Ross County, available for youth ages 18 and younger. Meals will be available June 17th through July 27th, 2024. Chillicothe City Schools is offering lunch locations within the City. To see the schedule for Ross CAC and...
Doctor suggests firework safety tips when celebrating Independence Day
COLUMBUS, Ohio — As many people prepare for the Fourth of July, an emergency physician at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center shares why he thinks you should leave the fireworks to the professionals. Dr. Nicholas Kman sees kids with burns from sparklers and says most injuries come...
Hyre to “Dot the I” at the OSU v Akron game in August
DARKE COUNTY — 2017 Versailles graduate has earned his spot to “Dot the I” in an upcoming Ohio State University football game. “It is an absolute honor to be a part of the organization, let alone to do something this ingrained into OSU tradition,” Brody Hyre said.
Ohio State football team in good standing with five-star linebacker
After missing out on coveted edge rusher Justin Hill of Cincinnati, the Ohio State football team's coaching staff has to quickly lick their wounds and move on to the next high-priority target. On Saturday, five-star linebacker Riley Pettijohn of McKinney, Texas is making his announcement. The 6’1”, 215-pound Pettijohn is...
Best Players Representing Ohio State: From Griffin to Fields
Exploring Ohio State's top football players from each state, with notable mentions and achievements highlighted. Ohio State has produced over 2,500 players from Ohio, with Archie Griffin as a standout. Florida and California stand out as significant sources of top talent for Ohio State football. Bottom Line. Ohio State's football...
Federal audit finds Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority's contractor missed problems
A federal inspection of Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority apartments found numerous problems, and that the agency didn't do a good job overseeing the performance of the contractor hired to manage the program. An audit by the inspector general of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development states that families...
Trending: Ohio State Gets Disrespected Again By The College Football World In A New Trailer That Left Many Fans Angry
Ohio State will be ranked as one of the two best teams in the country when the preseason AP Top 25 poll comes out next month, but even though they are supposed to be one of the best teams in college football, one media outlet does not very highly rate them.
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