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Study shows 20% of Ohio and Kentucky high schoolers vape, double the national average
FRANKLIN, Ohio (WKRC) - The number of Ohio and Kentucky high school students who vape is double the national average, according to new data from the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids. The study showed that 20% of Ohio and Kentucky high school students vape, while the national average is just 10%.
Taylor Swift’s Boyfriend, Ohio Native Travis Kelce To Star In Happy Gilmore 2
One of the all-time great Adam Sandler films, and one that is often viewed as his best movie ever, Happy Gilmore remains iconic nearly 30 years after it was released in 1996. Now almost 30 years later Adam Sandler has announced that Happy Gilmore 2 will be making its way to Netflix, as they will be producing the sequel to the classic film.
Ohio GOP legislator could be disqualified under law used to target trans candidates
Watch a previous NBC4 report on Ohio’s name-change law in the video player above. COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A Republican running to keep his Ohio House seat could be kicked off the ballot by a state law that also disqualified a transgender candidate for omitting their former legal name. The Mahoning County Board of Elections […]
New study finds record number of jobs in Ohio, but disparities continue
A new analysis of the working world in Ohio credited federal investment and wage improvement with record job numbers in the state, but said barriers still exist for some workers. Findings from the “State of Working Ohio” report by Policy Matters Ohio showed better recovery compared with previous post-recession times, and the thinktank said the […]
Football Game Preview: Strasburg-Franklin on Home-Turf
The Strasburg-Franklin Tigers will face off against the Catholic Central Crusaders at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. After dropping their season opener at home, Catholic Central is headed out to face a Tigers squad ready to give their home crowd a win. Strasburg-Franklin took a 35-22 hit to the loss column at the hands of Rittman on Friday. The defeat continues a trend for the Tigers in their matchups with the Indians: they've now lost three in a row.
Football Recap: Stow-Munroe Falls Starts Season with Defeat on the Road
Stow-Munroe Falls had to hit the road for their first game and it wasn't the result they were hoping for. They were beaten by the Medina Battling Bees 42-14 on Friday. The Bulldogs haven't had much luck with the Battling Bees recently, as the team's come up short the last three times they've met.
Toledo Women to Open 2024 Season on Friday at Akron’s Tommy Evans Invitational
TOLEDO, Ohio – The three-time defending Mid-American Conference champion Toledo women's cross country team opens its 2024 season on Friday, Aug. 30 when it races in Akron's Tommy Evans Invitational in Norton, Ohio. The meet is scheduled to begin at 6:00 p.m. at the Silver Creek Cross Country Course.
12th Rainbow Bridge Walk Pet Tribute Event in Lafayette Township
A pet’s passing is heart-breaking. The Rainbow Bridge Walk on Sunday, September 15, provides an opportunity for pet owners who have lost a pet over the years to come and pay tribute to their pets and the love they shared. This special event will take place at Medina’s Buckeye...
High School Football broadcast schedule Week #2
High School Football is BACK and we have joined WTUZ’s BIG Z SPORTS to make this the best season ever! WJER will still be covering Dover and New Philadelphia football and now with Big Z, will have even more games covered this year. Here’s Week #2:. Written by.
Some Akron community centers open until 8:30 p.m. this week for people needing relief from heat
AKRON, Ohio – The city of Akron is reminding residents that its community centers are open this week for anyone who needs a place to cool off, with some centers open until 8:30 p.m., the city announced Tuesday. The announcement comes as the National Weather Service has issued a...
Leikin Motors Companies celebrates 50th anniversary selling exclusively Mercedes-Benz, Volvo
Leikin Motor Companies, a third-generation car dealership at 38750 Mentor Ave. in Willoughby, is celebrating its 50th anniversary with the Mercedes-Benz and Volvo luxury car brands. The company, which was owned and operated by brothers Milton and Allen Leikin at the time, brought the Mercedes-Benz and Volvo franchises on during...
Ohio paranormal researchers to discuss local haunted places at Bay Village library event
BAY VILLAGE, Ohio – Just in time for spooky season, the popular Ghosts of the Heartland: Exploring Ohio’s Haunted Places event is back at Bay Village library Aug. 29. From 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Ohio Researchers of Banded Spirits (ORBS) will present information about local haunted locations and share the history behind the spots.
Soccer Game Recap: Garfield Comes Up Short
Garfield managed to keep up with Mineral Ridge until halftime on Monday, but things quickly went downhill from there. The Garfield G-Men lost 4-0 to the Mineral Ridge Rams. The loss leaves the G-Men without a win on the season. Garfield's defeat dropped their record down to 0-3. As for...
Tips for staying safe as heat wave hits Akron
Akron is looking at a moderate to major heat risk through Friday, Aug. 30, according to the National Weather Service. Dangerously high daily temperatures over 90 are expected through Friday in Ohio and surrounding states down into Florida. Heat is the leading weather-related killer in the United States, according to...
Akron will pay $1.36M to be Cleveland Browns' official university
The University of Akron is paying at least $1.36 million over the next four years to be the “official" university of the Cleveland Browns through a new exclusive agreement, according to a copy of the university’s contract with the football team. The university and Browns in a press...
Youngstown considers raising sewer rates to help cover costs of wastewater improvement projects
Folks paying for Youngstown's sewer system may see a rate hike on their sewer bills soon. Youngstown City Council will consider a 5% price increase and will discuss the matter during a special council meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 28. Hiking the prices by 5% would help the city cover the...
Central School of Practical Nursing has new owner, will move to Superior Avenue
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- The Central School for Practical Nursing, the oldest nursing school in Ohio, has been acquired by the healthcare workforce development organization New Bridge Cleveland and will relocate to the city. New Bridge Cleveland said in a news release announcing the acquisition that it plans to move the...
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