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Today is World Day Against the Death Penalty. It’s time to end it in Ohio for good.
October 10 marks World Day Against the Death Penalty. This year, the annual observance day comes on the heels of five recent executions that were carried out in the span of a week, a stark reminder of how prevalent use of the death penalty still is in our country. Many may have heard about the […]
More nuclear power in Ohio? Not so fast: Letter to the Editor
The Plain Dealer needs to provide more perspectives on a possible expansion of nuclear power in Ohio, including environmental viewpoints and the unresolved question of how to dispose of nuclear waste, writes Randy Cunningham, of Cleveland, in a letter to the editor. Cunningham is author of the book, “Where We Live: Environmental Activists’ Fight to Save Their Communities,” published by Pilgrim Press.
Most Ohioans continue to back new gun-control rules, even as state lawmakers loosen them: Capitol Letter
Continued crossfire: Significant majorities of Ohio voters continue to support new gun-control rules, including expanded background checks for gun purchases and a red-flag law allowing authorities to confiscate guns from people deemed to be a threat to themselves or others. That’s according to a new poll from Baldwin Wallace University, which also found a majority of gun owners themselves back such measures, reports Lucas Duprile. While other surveys in recent years have also shown public support for stricter firearms regulations in Ohio, Republican state lawmakers have repeatedly moved to loosen the state’s existing gun-control rules.
Ohio celebrating 100 years of owning iconic Old Man’s Cave at Hocking Hills with USA Today’s number one hike in America
On Saturday, October 12, visitors are invited to gather at the Old Man’s Cave Visitor Center at 9 a.m. for welcoming remarks followed by a challenging 4.5-mile guided hike along USA Today’s No. 1 hike in America, “Whispering Cave.” This scenic adventure takes hikers through vibrant fall colors along the Grandma Gatewood Buckeye Trail to the stunning Whispering Cave and back.
What are the winning Powerball numbers for the $336 million jackpot on October 9, 2024? See all the prizes hit in Ohio
CLEVELAND — Although nobody won the $336 million Powerball jackpot in the latest drawing on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024, the Ohio Lottery says there were plenty of other prizes hit throughout the state. Here's a list of those prizes, according to the Ohio Lottery... $300 prize: 8 winners. $100...
Drought impacts continue, but farmers continue harvest of soybeans and corn
HANCOCK COUNTY, Ohio — All across northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan, grain elevators are working overtime as area farmers harvest their corn and soybeans. But the continued drought across the state is giving some farmers a headache. Legacy Farmer's Cooperative in Findlay is one of them. It's among 11...
Thank you for highlighting critical changes to Ohio’s voter ID requirements: Letter to the Editor
I applaud The Plain Dealer and cleveland.com for shedding light on the changes in Ohio law regarding photo voter identification. I sincerely hope the Ohio Secretary of State’s Office will follow suit with robust information and education for voters, writes Celina Coming of Chagrin Falls in a letter to the editor.
What’s up with the order of candidates’ names on my ballot?
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Those who’ve voted early in the Nov. 5 election pitting Vice President Kamala Harris against former President Donald Trump may have noticed that the candidates’ names appear on the ballot in a peculiar order. One reader pointed out to cleveland.com and The Plain Dealer that...
Energy bill application assistance available for seniors ahead of winter
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Seniors are encouraged to seek help with heating as winter approaches. Miami Valley organizations and agencies offer numerous resources to help residents with heating in the winter months. In order to receive help, applications must be completed, but seniors can seek assistance on filling out paperwork. The Miami Valley Community Action […]
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