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Ohio DOT names new director
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) recently nominated Pamela Vest Boratyn to serve as ODOT director, effective Oct. 1. Boratyn would replace Jack Marchbanks who is stepping down on Sept. 30 to return to a career in academia. Boratyn has had a more than 30 year public service career, and has served in various capacities […] The post Ohio DOT names new director appeared first on Transportation Today.
Ohio announces it will launch first-ever state-level human trafficking hotline
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Ohio announced it will launch the “first-ever” statewide human trafficking hotline. At the fifth annual Human Trafficking Summit in Columbus on Wednesday, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost revealed a statewide human trafficking hotline, with the phone number 844-END-OHHT (844-363-6448). The service will funnel incoming tips on suspected sex and labor trafficking […]
Jim Jordan opponent reaches $1 million mark amid Kamala Harris excitement
EXCLUSIVE — Democrat Tamie Wilson raised $1 million in her uphill battle against House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (R-OH) in Ohio’s 4th Congressional District. She said she tipped the $1 million mark thanks to a fundraising bump of about $178,000 raised in July through mid-August that coincided with President Joe Biden ending his reelection […]
Changing station made available by CCBDD
Crawford County Board of Developmental Disabilities is pleased to announce the availability of a transportable adult/universal changing area. The adult/universal changing station will make its debut at the Bucyrus Bratwurst Festival on Thursday, Aug. 15. This changing area will be available to anyone attending the festival, making it possible for...
Lady Wave golf team plays well on hard Beavercreek course
BEAVERCREEK – The Greenville Lady Wave golf team dropped a 177-203 non-conference golf match to the home-standing Beavercreek girls golf team played at the Beavercreek Golf Course. “The girls played well on a hard golf course,” said Greenville coach Tracy Haines. “We still need to work on a few...
Galion Tigers Gear Up For 2024-2025 Varsity Football Season
As the summer days wane, the Galion Tigers are prepping to hit the gridiron for what promises to be an exciting 2024-2025 varsity football season. The team is set to face off the annual mix of MOAC and non-league opponents, with their first game kicking off on August 23 at home against Wynford.
Debate continues on Ohio’s heartbeat act which would ban abortion after six weeks
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — The debate about whether part of the state’s Heartbeat Act, which bans abortion after six-weeks, can go into effect is still underway. Back in 2022, when Roe V Wade was overturned, Ohio’s heartbeat act went into effect — banning abortions after six weeks. It was quickly taken to court and still […]
Watch: JD Vance speaks at campaign event in Michigan
Republican vice presidential nominee Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio) is slated to deliver remarks Wednesday at a campaign rally in Michigan. The rally comes as he and his Democratic counterpart, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, have traded accusations over military service. The event is scheduled to begin at 2 p.m. EDT. Watch...
Rite Aid closing all stores in Michigan
Editor’s Note: This story was updated with a timeline of store closures. Rite Aid plans to close all 170 remaining stores in Michigan as it exits the state entirely. A Rite Aid spokesperson confirmed Wednesday, Aug. 14 that all Michigan stores have been listed for closure in bankruptcy filings. The latest document filed Aug. 9 in U.S. Bankruptcy Court lists 32 stores that will be closing throughout Michigan and Ohio.
What will winter look like in the Miami Valley?
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Get ready to break out your winter coat and long-sleeved clothes from your closet. The Farmers’ Almanac has released information on what the Miami Valley could experience during the upcoming winter. According to the Farmers’ Almanac, the entire Miami Valley could potentially see cold temperatures with snowy and wet conditions. In […]
Large-Scale Ohio Research Project to Explore How Solar and Farming Can Co-Exist
This story was originally published by Energy News Network. Research underway at a Madison County solar farm promises to shed light on how well multi-use farming can work at a large scale. The answers will help shape best practices for future projects, while addressing some concerns raised in ongoing debates over siting large solar projects in rural farm areas.
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