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JD Vance brings big Ohio angle to the presidential election. What does it mean for the senate race? Today in Ohio
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Why did former President Donald Trump pick JD Vance for his running mate, and what does his candidacy mean for Ohio?. We’re back after our summer break, and we’re catching up on the newsiest week in politics we can remember on Today in Ohio. Listen...
Goodyear blimp birthplace honored as part Ohio aviation history. Here's what that means
The historic Goodyear blimp has been a part of Ohio since the first iterations were manufactured for the U.S. Navy during World War I. Now, the site the blimp calls home is being honored as part of the Buckeye State's aviation and space history. Wingfoot Lake State Park is the...
Cities with the most expensive homes in Ohio
Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is. More than a place to live, homeownership is an asset with the potential to tremendously rise in value. But with home prices reaching record heights, affordability plays a huge role for buyers. The typical home value in the United States was $360,310 in May, 3.9% […]
Report explores violent crime statistics and underlying causes in Ohio
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A new report dives into the underlying causes of violent criminal offenses in Ohio, pointing to housing affordability, neighborhood zoning and more as drivers of crime. More than 30,000 violent crimes, including homicide, rape, robbery and aggravated assault, were reported in the state in 2023, a new report by the nonprofit […]
Huggy Bear Campground event raises thousands for St. Jude Children’s Hospital
MIDDLE POINT— A three-day St. Jude Children’s Hospital fundraiser wrapped up Saturday night at Huggy Bear Campground, near Middle Point. Nearly $2 million has been over the past 13 years.
2024 Dana Open final results: Prize money payout, LPGA Tour leaderboard and how much each golfer won
SYLVANIA, OH - JULY 21: Chanettee Wannasaen, of Thailand, smiles as she poses for photographs while holding the tournament trophy during the awards ceremony following the final round of the LPGA Dana Open on July 21, 2024 at Highland Meadows Golf Club in Sylvania, Ohio. (Photo by Scott W. Grau/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
Briggs: Emotional Leyland crushes Hall of Fame speech, 'from the sandlots of Perrysburg to ... Cooperstown'
COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. — “From the sandlots of Perrysburg, a jewel of a town in northwest Ohio to grow up in, to a … stage in Cooperstown … ” On a perfect day in a perfect setting, that’s how Jim Leyland began the story of his baseball life Sunday in his Hall of Fame induction speech, and he could not have felt more blessed. Or humbled. OK, maybe that second part isn’t true.
Second Baptist Church celebrates end of debt with mortgage burning, new parking lot dedicated
LIMA, OH (WLIO) - A local church announced they've paid off the mortgage on their building. Second Baptist Church celebrated with a mortgage burning on Sunday, a tradition that dates back to the early 1900s. They also dedicated their recently completed parking lot to long-time congregation members Earley and Doris Lawson. Many people have contributed to the projects, but the money the couple left the church in their will was a big help in paying for both. A new marker also dedicates the parking lot to them.
Inkcarceration economy: Visitor dollars add up to millions for Mansfield, Richland County
Carl Guidotti spent $13 for a large slice of pizza for Kaedyn Barnett Saturday and $13 for a Locked Up Lemonade for Kaedyn's mom as they listened to the band Uncured before taking a tour of the Ohio State Reformatory during the Inkcarceration music and tattoo festival. Kaedyn, 16, and her mom, Colleen...
Maleah Lee named Miss Lake Fest 2025
CELINA - Maleah Lee, 20, Celina, was crowned Miss Lake Festival 2025 during Sunday night's Miss Lake Festival Scholarship Pageant at the Harley C. Jones Memorial Rotary Amphitheater in the Bryson Park District. Along with a sparkling crown - and entry into the 2025 Miss Ohio competition next summer -...
Inkcarceration boosts Mansfield food trucks
MANSFIELD — Sadie Stewart remembers when her food truck was one of the only Richland County trucks serving Inkmates a few years ago. The owner of Mad Meltz, Stewart said 2024 marks her team’s fourth year at Inkcarceration. Richland County’s Athena Gyro Express and Grunt Grub also set up at the festival this year.
Richland County marriage licenses recorded July 8-12
These marriage license applications were recorded in Richland County between July 8 and July 12:. Edward James Costello V of Iola, Texas, 23, office assistant, to Mia Rea Enzor of College Station, Texas, 25, stockman. Jordan Rudi Ratleff of Mansfield, 32, cleaning, to Lindsay Lynn Spinneweber of Mansfield, 32, self...
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