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Ohio mayors submit proposal to reduce gun violence
Jul. 17—COLUMBUS — Lima Mayor Sharetta Smith has joined forces with 30 of her mayoral counterparts from Ohio's largest cities in an effort to reduce gun violence and easy access to firearms. In a letter to Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine, members of the Ohio Mayors Alliance, a bipartisan group of community leaders, cited "significant investments" in public safety and law enforcement that have resulted ...
Licking County summer swimmers connect with teen coaches
DRESDEN — Sometimes for Ethan Goodwin it is as important knowing what not to say than what to say to young swimmers. The Northridge senior remembers his first years in the pool, and he uses his experiences to pass down his knowledge to the youngest members of the Johnstown-Northridge Jaguars. ...
Crooksville's Gage Lotozo: 'I'm quitting because I have to, not because I want to.'
CROOKSVILLE — For the third time in five years, Crooksville is looking for a new football coach. Third-year head coach Gage Lotozo has resigned, citing health reasons. His exit comes just two weeks before the start of two-a-day practices, as the district is now in scramble mode trying to find a successor. It's not...
The Muskingum Valley Symphonic Winds perform for Celebrate New Concord July 23
Celebrate New Concord, the treasured annual summer concert series. The Muskingum Valley Symphonic Winds(MVSW) was founded by Muskingum University Professor of Music, Dr. William Schlacks, in 1993 when the Muskingum Valley Community Band was converted to a semi-professional organization with patrons. The performances of the MVSW have had an emphasis on continuing to build an audience through collaboration and joint concerts with various Muskingum University student and faculty music ensembles as well as soloists which represent not only Muskingum University Music Faculty, but Music Faculty from universities outside of Ohio. This will be the fourth concert for the 2024 Celebrate New Concord Summer Concert Series. It will be held on Tuesday, July 23rd at 7:00 PM at Village Park, 2 West Main Street. In case of rain, the concert will be held at the New Concord United Methodist Church, 20 E. High Street. Admission is free! Come early and enjoy the New Concord Farmers Market from 4-7 p.m. at the corner of Maple and Layton.
Newark begins construction on five-story downtown parking garage at Fourth, Market streets
NEWARK − In about a year, downtown Newark employees, visitors and residents will have a five-story parking garage available on South Fourth and Market streets, catercorner from the Newark police station. The $10.5 million, 415-space parking structure will be built on about 1 acre of land owned by Newark...
Proposed parcel fee to purchase local recycling center fails to pass
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A proposed parcel fee aimed at buying the Athens-Hocking Recycling Centers has failed to pass, leaving its fate still uncertain. The proposed $24 per year fee on improved parcels in Athens and Hocking counties needed support from a majority of the six-member Athens-Hocking Solid Waste District board.
Citizens revive initiative to abolish Nelsonville City Charter
NELSONVILLE, Ohio — Nine years have passed since the last attempt to change Nelsonville’s government structure. Although that attempt failed, some city residents — some of whom were behind the 2015 attempt — want to try again. A notice dated May 28, which was circulated at...
Watch: Gorilla kisses newborn baby at Ohio zoo
COLUMBUS, Ohio - A gorilla melted hearts at the Columbus Zoo in Ohio by making what looked like a kissing gesture toward a newborn baby. Mother Hannah Pearson told video licensing company Storyful that she and her husband took their children to the zoo and visited the gorilla exhibit, which is one of their "favorite activities."
OHSAA Mandatory Fall Sports Parents Meeting Set
The Ohio High School Athletic Association pre-season parents meeting for all Cambridge High School and Cambridge Middle School fall sports teams (except football) will be Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at 7 p.m. in the Cambridge High School gymnasium. The annual meeting is required by the OHSAA, and it is mandatory...
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Police investigating Reynoldsburg couple's death as domestic violence stabbing
Reynoldsburg police are investigating an incident in which two were found dead in a residence Wednesday as a premeditated stabbing motivated by domestic violence, according to records. Police have not publicly explained the circumstances that led to the deaths of Sada Dhimal, 50, and Tika Dhimal, 40, who were found dead at a...
Popular pancake spot lands new Columbus-area location
The Original Pancake House has flipped its way into New Albany, now proudly serving up breakfast delights at its third Columbus location on 6330 E Dublin Granville Rd. If your mornings crave a fluffy, syrup-drenched pick-me-up, this pancake haven has you covered!. Known for their legendary Dutch Baby and Apple...
Notre Dame fans have a reason to thank Jim Tressel
Everyone remembers Jim Tressel from his coaching tenure at Ohio State from 2001 through 2010, and no one debates that the national-championship- winning coach is one of the best to ever put on a headset. Now he is tossing his hat into the podcasting ring. On a recent episode of...
Beatty Park beautification and renovation underway thanks to new donations
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio (WTRF) — With a simple brick entrance tucked away on Lincoln Avenue, you would never guess Steubenville had a 99-acre nature park. But more people are becoming aware of Beatty Park, which means more donations are coming in to rebuild the city’s best-kept secret. A new outdoor amphitheater is about 75% built where […]
Local brewery honors Alexa Stakely, hosts fundraiser for son
CANAL WINCHESTER, Ohio (WCMH) — A local brewery will be holding a fundraising event Monday in honor of Alexa Stakely to show support for her family and raise money for her son. The staff at the Loose Rail Brewing say they were devastated when they found out about Alexas’s death. Chelsea Herbert, the event coordinator, said […]
Columbus police release more video from deadly Milwaukee shooting, officers ID'd
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Columbus police released additional body-worn camera videos, showing officers killing a man holding two knives in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and the aftermath. Thirteen bicycle officers gathered for a briefing about a mile away from the Republican National Convention when they noticed two men fighting. "He's got...
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