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State legislators compare redistricting processes as Ohio's process heads to the ballot
CHICAGO — Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine doesn’t think the state redistricting process works, suggesting Ohio follows a similar process to Iowa, so Ohio Democratic legislators discussed redistricting plans with their peers from the Hawkeye state. “I am very proud of Ohio people for coming up with a very unique plan that has pulled together some of the best practices from Iowa and from other states that they believe is going to produce a very Ohio-unique plan that will truly give Ohio citizens a redistricting plan that represents its population in a very fair way,” Iowa state Sen. Pam Jochum (D.,...
Center for Entrepreneurship hosts Ohio Invention League’s Honda State Finals
The Ohio Invention League's Honda State Finals brought together 170 student inventors from all over Ohio to the Convocation Center at Ohio University. The Center for Entrepreneurship hosted the event, showcasing the innovative problem-solving abilities of K-12 students. The Center for Entrepreneurship at Ohio University has a voice that speaks...
OhioHealth adopts new anesthetic gas that reduces emissions
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — OhioHealth announced on Tuesday that it is replacing its inhaled anesthetic gas with a different one that is better for the environment, becoming the first health system in Central Ohio to do so. Desflurane, anan inhaled anesthetic gas, has been used in many of Ohio...
Rain doesn’t stop Rockin’ River Duck Drop
PIQUA — The Great Miami River was dotted with 1,290 small yellow ducks that were released as part of the Rockin’ River Duck Drop in Piqua on Saturday, Aug. 17, as part of the 10th annual event at Lock 9 Park, including one person who won $1,000 with their duck.
Piqua works to repair water main break
PIQUA — Crews with the city of Piqua has been working to repair a Tuesday morning water main break in the 1800 block of West High Street. According to a post of the city’s website and Facebook page on Tuesday, Aug. 20, “There has been a water main break in the 1800 block of West High Street. There will be a temporary traffic pattern change while crews work on repairing the water main break. Please use caution if traveling in this area.”
Cooper Farms sets 17th annual Turkey Trot
ST. HENRY — At 9 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 2, Cooper Farms Turkey Harvesting Plant will play host to it 17th annual Turkey Trot 5K, benefitting EverHeart Hospice. “We’ve really gotten to a point where people look forward to this event every year, and for good reason,” said race organizer Eydie Kramer. “It’s a chance to get together and raise money for a great local cause, all while exercising and eating a delicious meal when you’re finished.”
Hopson named athletic director at Bowsher
Dennis Hopson is returning to his alma mater. The City League Hall of Famer has been named the athletic director at Bowsher High School, Toledo Public Schools announced Monday. The 1983 Bowsher graduate is Ohio State’s all-time leading scorer. He was named the Big Ten player of the year in 1986-87 and went on to play 13 seasons of professional basketball, including five in the NBA. In 1991, Hopson won a championship with the Chicago Bulls. Most recently, Hopson was the head men’s basketball coach at Lourdes for five seasons, resigning that post last week.
Road closures for Tour de Donut and Donut Jam
TROY – To facilitate the setup, tear down, and events of the Donut Jam concerts and Tour de Donut event, there will be several road closures on August 23 and 24. On Friday, August 23, the southeast quadrant of the Public Square, the spaces in the N. Cherry Street parking lot, and the REC parking lot will be closed to public parking starting at 7:00 a.m.
City of Piqua warns residents of email scam
PIQUA – The City of Piqua is warning the public about an email scam where the sender impersonates the city planner and indicates the recipient owes a large fee for compensation to the Planning & Zoning Division of the Community Services Department. The scam appears to be targeting past...
Three Greenville girls golfers score personal best, boys fall in close match to Sidney
GREENVILLE — The Greenville boys and girls golf teams dropped a conference match on August 19. The girls lost 205-197 to Butler at Cassel Hills Golf Course. The boys lost 173-159 to Sidney at home at Turtle Creek Golf Course. Junior Vera Cox led the team with a personal...
Maumee council agrees to start reimbursing residents for sewer repairs
A majority of Maumee Council has approved a new policy establishing a grant program to help residents with some sewer repairs, as many citizens continue to rage against city leaders. At Monday’s meeting, council voted 5-2 to authorize City Administrator Patrick Burtch to set parameters and establish a grant program for repair or replacement of sewer laterals or lines in the public right of way. Mayor Jim MacDonald said the money for the grants will come out of recent sewer rate increases. The grant program will immediately assist 50 people affected by a short-lived council ordinance that required sewer inspections before homes were sold.
Mass food distribution set for Greene County
FAIRBORN, Ohio (WDTN) — A drive-thru event for Greene County residents in need to receive food is set to occur in late August. The Foodbank will conduct a mass food distribution on Aug. 29 from 10 a.m. to noon at lot 8 of Wright State University’s Nutter Center, located at 3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy. in […]
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