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Watch: Ohio AG Dave Yost entertains RNC attendees with Bob Seger cover
Ohio Attorney General and 2026 gubernatorial contender Dave Yost gave Ohio delegates a short concert at the Republican National Convention. Monday, Yost played piano while putting a Republican spin on his own version of Bob Seger's "Old Time Rock and Roll." "We're fighting for America's soul / Those progressives are just out of control," he sang.
Chaos continues with Ohio teachers’ pension fund as second advisor quits
A second major consulting group has quit working with Ohio’s controversy-ridden retired teachers’ pension fund, another blow to the already chaotic system. Anxiety is high at the State Teachers Retirement System (STRS). STRS is embroiled in controversy. In summary, there has been constant fighting, two board resignations and allegations of both a public corruption scheme and mishandling of funds. This all […] The post Chaos continues with Ohio teachers’ pension fund as second advisor quits appeared first on Ohio Capital Journal.
Ohio man, granted a pardon years ago, now coaches others through process
In semi-retirement, lifelong Columbus resident Greg Winbush has been coaching others on how to get through a paperwork-heavy process with sometimes burdensome emotional baggage: trying for a governor's pardon. “I see myself come through the door when I talk to somebody because I know what it feels like to be...
Ohio lawmakers want to ease smoking restrictions on cigar bars. Health experts slam idea
Some Ohio lawmakers want to ease indoor smoking restrictions for cigar lounges despite Ohio's smoking ban. Rep. Richard Dell'Aquila, D-Seven Hills, and Rep. Rep. Adam Mathews, R-Lebanon, are supporting House Bill 530 which would provide cigar lounges with an exemption from 2006's Smoke Free Workplace Act. Currently, cigar lounges can allow indoor smoking if 80% or more of their sales come from cigars or cigar products. The legislation would lower that to 15%. ...
City of Greenville holds tree-lottery
The City of Greenville Tree Commission is currently conducting a “Tree Lottery” that will offer (15) fifteen trees via a random drawing. At 1:00PM, on Tuesday, August 8, 2024, the commission will randomly select up to (15) fifteen recipients from the entries received at the Municipal Building to be awarded a tree, including the planting (which will be performed by the Street Dept.).
Ohio elementary teacher grows tree from seed that orbited the moon
A Coldwater Elementary School teacher was selected from 1,300 applicants to receive one of the 50 sweetgum seeds that rode in Artemis II when it orbited the moon in 2022. Rachel Tebbe planted the seed back in May. And now it's a five-foot-tall tree that she visits nearly daily. A...
Greenville track & field completes week long camp
GREENVILLE—The Greenville Track and Field five-day camp closed on a high note. All 105 campers received new camp T-shirts while spending several hours swimming at the Greenville City Park swimming pool. “The camp was awesome,” said longtime Greenville head varsity track and field coach Bill Plessinger. “I say this...
‘Uncaring behavior:’ Dayton grandmother indicted in relation to death of grandson
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Montgomery County Prosecuting Attorney spoke Monday afternoon to the public. During a press conference, Mat Heck, Jr., announced that Stephanie Shanks, 58, of Dayton, was arrested on a warrant on multiple charges related to the death of her grandson, Charles Brown. On March 30, Shanks reportedly called 911 to report Brown […]
Trace Adkins to perform at Hobart Arena
TROY — In a show presented by Honeywell Arts & Entertainment and the Hobart Arena, Trace Adkins is set to bring his Somewhere In America Tour to Troy on Thursday, Nov. 7. Tickets go on sale Friday, July 19 at 10 a.m. Towering baritone Trace Adkins has sold more...
City of Dayton’s $18 million housing initiative targets key neighborhoods for revitalization, helping residents
Dayton, Ohio – As part of the Dayton Recovery Plan, the City of Dayton has set aside more than $18 million for housing development and renovations in what appears to be an effort in improving the overall condition of the housing landscape across the city. Using money from the federal American Rescue Plan Act, this project intends to revitalize homes in Wolf Creek, Carillon, Edgemont, Miami Chapel, Five Oaks, Old North Dayton, and Twin Towers among several key locations.
Victims' family describes assault outside Montgomery Inn restaurant downtown
CINCINNATI — A Covington couple in their 70s who were knocked to the ground and injured during a fight outside Montgomery Inn Boathouse is demanding accountability and an apology. On the night of June 22, Doug and Lois Morrow arrived at the restaurant to pick up their son, Troy...
Troy Post 43, Piqua Post 184 open district tournament play Wednesday at Duke Park
TROY — The Troy American Legion Post 43 Legends and Piqua Post American Legion Post 184 will open play in the American Legion Region 2. District 3 double elimination tournament to be hosted by Duke Park on Wednesday. Troy will play Greenville Post 140 at 6 p.m. and Piqua...
Miami Valley residents feeling the aftermath of Sunday’s storms
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — In the past 24 hours, nearly 50,000 people were without power, coming on one of the summer’s hottest and most humid days. 2 NEWS spoke with families dealing with these outages who are feeling the devastating effects. Now, they are hoping they can recover...
Shoe giveaway for older adults around Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Ohio (WDTN) — A healthcare organization is holding an event to disperse shoes to those in need. Beginning at noon on July 16, Molina Healthcare will give 100 older adults a pair of anti-fall shoes, according to a release. The shoes were created to be easy for individuals to use for putting on and […]
WCPO meteorologist accused of sparking altercation
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - A local celebrity and his family are under fire Monday night following an incident at a popular restaurant east of downtown Cincinnati. A Covington family accused Channel 9 meteorologist Steve Raleigh of causing a fight in the Montgomery Inn Boathouse parking lot after a car wreck. The...
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