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RISE FFA Career Program plants seeds for success
At the 96th Ohio FFA Convention in May, Sunrise Cooperative announced its 2024 class of new hires for the RISE FFA Career Program. Following an application and interview process, Sunrise hired 12 graduating seniors full-time. The program was developed to encourage employment with Sunrise Cooperative immediately following high school graduation. Sunrise is an agricultural and energy cooperative with locations across Ohio.
STDs In Michigan, Ohio and Indiana Among Highest In The Nation
A new study shows that 7 cities in Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio have a concerning number of STD cases. Here's what you should know. Sexually transmitted diseases and infections aren't easy to talk about. However, the stigma that comes with STDs and STIs adds to the difficulty of protecting people from them. The United States is currently experiencing a substantial rise in chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. The number of syphilis cases has risen nearly 30% since last year. That is part of a shocking trend according to InnerBody.com,
Ohio works to remedy skilled trade shortage with incarcerated youth initiative
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Ohio is working to remedy a shortage of skilled trade employees by providing resources for incarcerated juveniles to start careers in fields such as construction or welding once they are released. The Ohio Department of Youth Services and Department of Commerce have partnered to educate incarcerated youth about skilled trade career […]
‘It’s frustrating because we’re split in half.’ Ohio counties cut into 2 congressional districts
Tuscarawas County is a county divided. The northeastern Ohio county is split into two congressional districts — the 6th district and the 12th district. “It’s frustrating because we’re split in half,” said Tuscarawas Democratic Party Chair Gail Garbrandt. “People don’t know what part of the county’s in six and what part of it’s in 12. […]
Bella Gray Market opens in new Main Street location
A Tipp City destination located on Second Street since 2021, Bella Gray Market has officially moved to a new location right around the corner. The shop, known for handmade items, women and children’s clothing, accessories, and home décor, opened in its new location at 113 E. Main St. on Friday, July 12.
Soccer squad uses camp to prepare for season
One week after Tipp held their youth soccer camp, the high school team held their annual camp. This brought together middle and high school soccer players for three days to prepare for the upcoming season. “The last two weeks have been tremendous for our program,” said Tipp coach Joel Slyman....
Fare Fest returns to Versailles
VERSAILLES — Everyone from all communities to come to Versailles FareFest on Saturday, Aug. 17, 2-5 p.m., downtown Versailles. Receive a complimentary crystal wine glass while experiencing three hours of unlimited beer, wine and food. This year, they are featuring multiple Miami Valley restaurants, three live bands and to complement their food, select from over 40 beers and 100 wine options from wineries and distillers throughout the country.
Veterans honored on Shelby County Fair
SIDNEY — The Shelby County Fair honored veterans on Monday with a program hosted by the Shelby County Veterans Services. Judy Johnson, retired Army and Vice President of the Veterans Service Commission, welcomed veterans, their families, and the community to the 42nd annual Veterans Day at the Shelby County Fair. Her father, William “Smoky” Higgins, established the first Veterans Day at the Fair and she was glad to continue the tradition.
1 in custody following pursuit on I-70 Thursday morning
ENON, Ohio (WDTN) — One person is in police custody after a pursuit that brought a stretch of eastbound I-70 to a halt this morning. The suspect is accused of several pursuits throughout the early morning hours with other agencies. According to a report from the Clark County Sheriff’s Office, a deputy spotted a stolen […]
Jury selected as murder trial in missing man case gets under way
Prosecutors and a defense lawyer for a man charged with the death of his father chose a jury of five women and nine men Thursday, with trial testimony scheduled to begin Friday in Lucas County Common Pleas Court. Timothy Darrow, 39, of the 4100 block of Peak Street is charged with two alternative murder counts stemming from the July 27, 2017, disappearance and presumed death of Alvin Darrow, 63, from the 300 block of Majestic Drive in North Toledo. While questioning potential jurors before Judge Dean Mandros, prosecutor Jennifer Liptack-Wilson addressed the fact that there was no dead body found in the case. “Do you think that there is a rule requiring the state of Ohio to produce a deceased body in a murder case?” Ms. Liptack-Wilson asked. “No. None of you would be here then, right?”
'You can't use your mental health as a shield': Judge issues sentencing in Lisa Titkemeier cancer con
TOLEDO, Ohio — Nearly four years after Toledo woman Lisa Titkemeier told family and friends she was battling non-Hodgkin's follicular lymphoma, she was sentenced in a Lucas County court for fundraising thousands of dollars - in the name of a diagnosis investigators said was fabricated. Lucas County judge Lori...
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