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Illegal dumping nets probation sentence in Ohio fish kill
A federal judge has sentenced an Ohio business owner to one year on probation and a $5,000 fine for illegally dumping a hazardous ammonia-containing substance into the Scioto River near Kenton. The crime killed more than 40,000 fish. U.S. Magistrate Judge Darrell Clay also ordered Mark Shepherd, 72, to perform...
Ohioans turn to Statehouse for property tax relief as bills stall, time runs short
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Ohioans are asking lawmakers at the Statehouse to bring them some relief on property taxes. “Somebody’s got to step up and somebody’s got to be concerned about these seniors, about disabled, about these people losing their homes,” Ohio homeowner Pastor Frederick V. LaMarr said. It is an issue that several lawmakers […]
Scott Beck Named American Seed Trade Assn. Central Regional VP
Scott Beck, president of Beck’s Hybrids based in Atlanta, Indiana, was recently elected as central regional vice president of the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA). He’ll represent Indiana, Illinois, Ohio, Michigan, and Wisconsin during his three-year term. “This role offers an incredible opportunity to represent and advocate for...
Ohio High School Football Scores | Stark County live updates from OHSAA Week 1
The Ohio high school football regular season begans Thursday night with four games, three being played inside of Stark County. The rest of the county plays Friday night. It's the beginning of a 10-week journey, with teams hoping to reach the state playoffs in November — and ultimately, the OHSAA state championship games, Dec. 5-7 at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton. ...
Extreme drought expands in OH and WV
(WOWK) — Extreme Drought conditions have expanded across the WOWK viewing area in West Virginia and Ohio according to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor. The bright red areas are considered to be in the category of ‘Extreme Drought’ on the map below. Other ways to visualize the conditions start with the lack of rainfall compared […]
Ramaswamy says he talked to Trump about ‘substantial role’ in possible administration
Former Republican presidential candidate and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy said he has spoken to former President Trump about a “substantial role” in his possible administration. Ramaswamy joined OutKick’s “Maintaining with Tyrus” for an interview to discuss his political future, more than six months after he suspended his presidential bid and endorsed Trump. He has been floated…
Dr. Amy Acton, who helped lead Ohio’s early pandemic response, is weighing 2026 run for governor
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Dr. Amy Acton, the former Ohio health director who became a household name during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, says she is considering a run for governor in 2026. Acton shared her deliberations with reporters during the Democratic National Convention in Chicago on Tuesday. “I have experience I just want to […]
Lt. Donald Booker remains an enduring figure in the history of the GPD
GREENVILLE – Recently, Greenville Police Chief Ryan Benge honored the retired Lieutenant Donald Booker by presenting him with a GPD Lieutenant badge. Lieutenant Booker, a 1940 graduate of Ansonia High School, dedicated 30 years of his life to serving Greenville, working as a police officer from 1948 to 1978.
Photos: Agape volunteer given Apex Award
Francis “Butch” DeLaet, left, of Sidney, is presented with the Shelby County United Way’s 2024 Volunteer Apex Award by Shelby County United Way president and CEO Karla Young, of Fort Loramie. The award ceremony was held at Agape where DeLaet volunteers his time. DeLaet drives pickup and delivery trucks for Agape and typically volunteers over 40 hours per week. Agape pantry manager Mike McRill credited him for keeping the operation running. DeLaet also has long been affiliated with the Houston Community Association and was a board member of the organization for 13 years.
Council pushes back on cannabis moratorium
GREENVILLE — Greenville Mayor Jeff Whitaker made a push to ban cannabis dispensaries within the city, but Greenville City Council was hesitant to follow through with the mayor’s wishes at the regular meeting of the council on Tuesday, Aug. 20. An ordinance that would impose a permanent moratorium...
President and CEO of Pioneer Electric Cooperative announces retirement
PIQUA – Pioneer Rural Electric Cooperative’s President and CEO, Ron Salyer, has announced his plans to retire on Sept. 16, 2024, after 27 years of dedicated service at Pioneer, including 23 years as President and CEO. During Salyer’s tenure, he has improved the cooperative’s overall performance by enhancing...
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