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State funding available to help preserve historic buildings
State funding is available for the preservation and rehabilitation of historical buildings across Ohio. Owners of historic buildings can apply for state funding that is available through the Ohio Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program. Administered by the Ohio Department of Development, the program provides tax credits to incentivize the preservation of historic buildings in Ohio. “It’s important we continue to preserve Ohio’s rich heritage,” said Lydia Mihalik, director of the Ohio Department of Development. “The Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program honors our state’s past, while providing opportunities for the future. By preserving these irreplaceable landmarks, we are fostering economic growth, community pride, and a deeper appreciation of our shared history. Whether you have one small building or a large historic district, the tax credit program can help.” Interested property owners must request a pre-application meeting with the State Historic Preservation Office by 4 p.m. July 31. For more information, visit the historic tax incentives webpage at ohiohistory.org/preserving-ohio/.
Maganomics 2.0 takes shape with Trump-Vance ticket
The addition of vice presidential candidate Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio) to the Trump ticket is cementing the Republican Party’s turn toward economic protectionism and skepticism toward unrestricted globalization. Former President Trump’s disdain for free-trade agreements and global supply chains shook a policy consensus during his first term, narrowing the gap between the GOP and Democrats…
Theme of 2024 Ohio State Fair butter cow display revealed
COLUMBUS, Ohio — One of the most anticipated moments for Ohio State Fair organizers is unveiling the themed butter cow display. This year, the American Dairy Association Mideast's butter display honors and salutes the nation's elite athletes. The display depicts four athletes and nods to the upcoming Paris Olympics....
CWRU, OSU among top-tier Ohio medical schools in U.S. News & World Report: See 2024 rankings
CLEVELAND, Ohio - Three Ohio universities were ranked as a top-tier medical schools for research in the United States, according to the new 2024 U.S. News and World Report Best Graduate Programs Rankings released Tuesday. Ohio State University and Case Western Reserve University came out on top for Ohio schools....
Free Admission to Ohio State Fair Available to Fourth Graders Who Use History Pass From America 250-Ohio
July 23, 2024, Press Release from America 250-Ohio: COLUMBUS, OH (July 23, 2024) – America 250-Ohio, the official state commission responsible for spearheading Ohio's celebrations around America’s Semiquincentennial in 2026, announced today a special promotion for its popular 4th Grade History Pass. From July 24-August 4, 2024, any fourth grade student who visits the Ohio History Center will receive a one-time free admission to the Ohio State Fair when they present the 4th Grade History Pass, with a paid adult admission.
All-Daily Record 2023-24: Player of the Year Sammy Detweiler headlines boys hoops team
It was the season of the usual suspects in boys basketball in 2023-24. Hiland played at the state tournament for the third straight season, with Nick Wigton's double-OT buzzer beater in the Division IV state semifinals going down as one of the area's biggest shots ever. Norwayne became the first team in...
Tree service company strikes improperly marked gas line at Dover home
DOVER (WJER) (July 23, 2024) – Dover firefighters say they were called to stand by after a tree service company accidentally ruptured a gas line outside a house due to improper markings. There were no injuries. The incident happened in the 100 block of East 11th Street at about...
'Fairy tale relationship': After decades together, husband and wife died hours apart
DUNDEE ‒ Stephen and Sandra Cunningham did everything together. They rode a Harley-Davidson motorcycle to every state in the union except Alaska and Hawaii. They loved to fish and spent many hours on their pontoon boat at Leesville Lake. They enjoyed going to the Yankee Peddler Festival in Canal Fulton. They danced with...
Akron man dies Sunday after getting struck trying to cross I-77 near Bolivar, Ohio
A 34-year-old Akron man was killed Sunday morning after he was struck by a vehicle while attempting to cross Interstate-77 near Bolivar, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. The victim, identified as Jonathan Mandala of Akron, attempted to cross I-77 southbound at milepost 92 in Lawrence Township (Tuscarawas County) at about 10:02 a.m. when he was struck by a 2021 Volvo commercial vehicle, according to the highway patrol. ...
Christopher Barker selected as Summit County Public Health's next commissioner
The Summit County Board of Health has named Christopher Barker to succeed Health Commissioner Donna Skoda, who is retiring at year's end after serving at the forefront of the region's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The board voted to appoint Barker, who currently serves as Summit County Public Health's director of emergency preparedness and compliance, at a July 11 meeting. ...
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