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Ohio unemployment rate continues to rise
(The Center Square) – Ohio’s unemployment rate continues to rise, and revised figures show jobs are leaving the state. Statistics from the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services showed the state’s unemployment rate rose to 4.4% in June from 4.2% in May, while the labor force participation rate increased to 62.1% from 61.9% the same month. The national unemployment rate is 4.1%. ...
Hot and dry weekend on tap as drought conditions continue to impact northern Ohio
Greater Akron remains under a "moderate" drought and there's little relief in sight this weekend. The latest map from the U.S. Drought Monitor has all of Summit County and Medina, Wayne, Portage and Stark counties are under drought conditions. ...
Sommeliers of cannabis: Learn more about Ohio’s first ‘ganjier’
INDEPENDENCE, Ohio -- A new breed of experts is emerging within the world of cannabis. Ganjiers, the sommeliers of their industry, are cannabis experts who have completed a rigorous certification program to assess the quality of cannabis products. And while there are few people who hold this credential nationwide, Ohio is home to one of the first.
Ohio congressional candidate gets 30 days in jail after pleading guilty to felony
PAINESVILLE, Ohio - A Lake County Common Pleas Judge on Thursday sentenced the Democratic congressional candidate challenging incumbent GOP U.S. Rep. Dave Joyce of South Russell to 30 days in the Lake County jail after he pleaded guilty to a felony charge of filing a false voter registration. The Lake...
New Bremen Firemen's Picnic returns and continues tradition since 1921
NEW BREMEN, OH (WLIO) - The longest-running picnic in Auglaize County returns yet for another year Friday in New Bremen!. The New Bremen Firemen's Picnic kicked off Friday afternoon with the "Firemen's Memorial 5K Fun Run," along with food and beverages. Since 1921, the firemen's picnic has been a chance for the New Bremen German Township Fire Department to connect with the community they serve. While building the family atmosphere, the picnic also helps raise funds to support the fire department, allowing firefighters to strengthen their equipment and services in the event a neighbor needs help.
Studio Session: "Lit as Funk" brings Dayton's DIY music scene to the State Theater
On July 26, the State Theater in Springfield will host Lit as Funk, a showcase of Dayton-area musicians presented by Art Parkd. Before the event, WYSO music Director Juliet Fromholt hosted a live interview and studio session with Lit as Funk performers Isicle, Dos.Grandiose, and Tronee Threat, as well as the concert’s organizers.
Kettering Park Clean-Up: Fostering community engagement through the environment
As the global climate continues to change, the importance of working to reduce our impact on the environment has become increasingly evident. For positive environmental change to happen, individuals have to feel connected with nature. People need to develop a meaningful relationship with the world around them to effectively address sustainability and environmental issues.
Local wellness walk returns to Dayton next month
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Premier Health is sponsoring this years annual African American Wellness Walk. This is year 24 for the event and residents are invited to register now. The wellness walk is on Aug. 17 at Island MetroPark and will begin with a recognition ceremony at 7:30 a.m. before the 5k at 8 a.m. […]
Reds Rumors: Cincy reluctant to trade Jonathan India, but are shopping this pitcher
The Tampa Bay Rays did the Cincinnati Reds a favor on Thursday night. Ahead of the Rays' three-game series with the Reds, Tampa Bay dealt former Rookie of the Year Randy Arozarena to the Seattle Mariners in exchange for two prospects and a player to be named later. With one...
County removes cats from Our Farm Sanctuary, charges filed against Director
Complaints by current, former volunteers lead to search warrant. Animal Control Officers from the Miami County Animal Shelter removed more than 40 cats from Our Farm Sanctuary on Agenbroad Road on Monday, July 15. They executed a search warrant in response to recent complaints filed by a group of past and present volunteers.
Ohio gas prices rose from last week: See how much here
State gas prices rose last week and reached an average of $3.47 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, up from last week's price of $3.28 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in state has risen about 12 cents since last month. According to the EIA, gas prices across the state in the last year have been as low as $2.61 on Jan. 8, 2024, and as high as $3.69...
Contractor indicted for alleged theft of over $105,000 from Ohio homeowners
CINCINATTI, Ohio — A Hamilton County grand jury indicted a convicted Indiana felon on three felony charges involving the alleged theft of more than $105,000 from 14 Ohioans, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced. According to Yost, Roger Glenn Gray, 52, of Aurora, Indiana, has an extensive criminal record,...
Versailles’ John Wayne Richard honored
VERSAILLES – The Fort GreeneVille Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution honored the family of John Wayne Richard before a large crowd at the Versailles Vet Club. John Wayne Richard was born on Monday, October 17th, 1949, to Leroy and Dorotha Richard. He lived his entire life in Versailles, Ohio, and was a 1968 Versailles High School graduate. He was the third of five children, having an older brother and sister, Jim and Jane, and younger siblings, a sister and brother, Kathy and Fred.
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