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New state report recommends denial for proposed Stark Solar farm near Alliance
Staff members from a state agency are recommending the Ohio Power Siting Board deny the application of Stark Solar for construction of a proposed 150-megawatt solar farm in Washington Township. To get a certificate for construction, operation and maintenance of a major utility facility in Ohio, companies must meet eight criteria according to state law. ...
Texts and calls from people claiming to be able to register you to vote or send you a mail-in ballot are a scam: VERIFY
CLEVELAND — We’re in the middle of a huge election year, and scammers are taking advantage of this moment to try to steal your personal information. You may have gotten a text message or phone call, for example, from someone claiming to be able to register you to vote, or send you a mail-in ballot. Let's VERIFY the authenticity of these attempts.
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/.
Ohio senator regrets call for ‘civil war’
(The Center Square) – A Republican Ohio state senator said he regrets his remarks at a rally in Middletown for GOP vice-presidential candidate J.D. Vance. Sen. George Lang, R-West Chester, told the crowd before Vance spoke at his first rally without former President Donald Trump that if Republicans lose the 2024 election, it would take “a civil war to save the country.” “I’m afraid if we lose this one it’s...
Garrettsville to host inaugural Sip ‘n’ Shop crafter & wine event on Main Street
It’s that time of year where outdoor lovers will find any excuse to be outside. Garrettsville is giving those people a reason to get outside by hosting its first annual Sip ‘n’ Shop on Main on July 27 beginning at noon. “I feel like this would be...
Energized Chrissie Hynde and The Pretenders bring old and new songs home to Akron
AKRON, Ohio - Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Chrissie Hynde and The Pretenders, the band she’s led for 40+ years, returned to her hometown Tuesday for the first of two sold-out shows at the cozy Goodyear Theater in Akron’s East End. Verified resale tickets are still available for Wednesday night’s concert at ticketmaster.com.
Zoetic Global opens refrigerant plant in Downtown Youngstown
Zoetic Global, a sustainability solutions provider based in Cleveland, is opening a new refrigerant plant in Downtown Youngstown. The plant, located at 360 E. Federal St., will produce a special environmentally friendly patented drop-in refrigerant that reduces carbon emissions and results in energy savings of up to 30 percent. It is a replacement for existing refrigerants.
Streetsboro’s solar moratorium still on hold
Streetsboro’s proposed one-year moratorium on residential, business and large-scale solar electric generation facilities has hit a snag, with city council sending the legislation back to the committee level. Ward 4 Council Member Lisa McDaniel urged council to exclude homeowners from the moratorium, submitting a proposal to exempt roof-mounted solar...
Rootstown seeks girls, middle school wrestling coaches
The Rootstown Local School District is seeking qualified candidates for its high school girls wrestling coach position as well as its middle school wrestling position. If interested, please send a letter of interest and resume to Rootstown athletic director Keith Waesch, Rootstown High School, 4190 State Route 44, Rootstown, OH 44272. Candidates are also welcome to email Waesch at waesch@roversk12.org. This article originally appeared on Record-Courier: Rootstown seeks girls, middle school wrestling coaches
Scientists seek participants to study health effects of East Palestine derailment
At a second state-of-the-scene open house held at East Palestine High School Tuesday nightr, the Ohio, Pennsylvania, University Research Consortium and seven other research teams from across the country explained why they're collecting data for folks affected, and not affected by the toxic train derailment. "Tonight we're hearing about six...
International Towers residents watch demolition and wait to go home
It's not uncommon to see curious people gathering downtown to watch the ongoing demolition of the Realty Building after the May 28 explosion, including residents of the neighboring International Towers apartment complex.
Stepmother of man killed in Akron mass shooting speaks about that tragic day
AKRON, Ohio (WOIO) - Out of the 30 people who were hurt in the mass shooting on June 2nd in Akron, La’Teris Cook was the only one who lost his life. His family tells 19 News, they’re trying to figure out what their new normal is while they wait for police to find the person responsible.
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