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What’s in a name? Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance has had many of them
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — When it comes to Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance’s name, it’s complicated. The senator from Ohio introduced himself to the world in 2016 when he published his bestselling memoir, “Hillbilly Elegy,” under the name J.D. Vance — “like jay-dot-dee-dot,” he wrote, short for James David. In the book, he explained that this was not the first iteration of his name. Nor would it be the last.
Chicken wings sold as boneless can include bones, court rules
Restaurant patrons who order chicken wings marketed as "boneless" can't expect them to actually be boneless, according to a Thursday ruling from the Ohio Supreme Court. The decision comes in the case of Michael Berkheimer, who in 2016 was eating his usual order — boneless wings with parmesan garlic sauce — at an Ohio restaurant called Wings on Brookwood when he felt like some meat went down the wrong pipe, according to legal documents.Over the next few days, Berkheimer ran a fever and was unable to keep food down, prompting him to visit an emergency room, where a doctor found a 5-centimeter...
National Democrats say early presidential nomination vote is needed to stay on Ohio’s ballot. Secretary of State Frank LaRose disputes that
COLUMBUS, Ohio—National Democrats are moving ahead with plans to nominate Vice President Kamala Harris for president via an online vote prior to next month’s Democratic National Convention, arguing that it’s needed to forestall a GOP legal challenge intended to keep Harris off the Ohio ballot in November.
New research & development center focused on rocket propulsion coming to Mahoning Valley
A new research & development (R&D) center focused on rocket propulsion is on its way to the Mahoning Valley. 21 News sat down with Ursa Major, a privately funded company focused on rocket propulsion, who is establishing a new R&D center in the Boardman to advance additive manufacturing and materials development technology for liquid rocket engines and solid rocket motors.
COVID-19 cases up for eighth week: Coronavirus update for Thursday, July 25, 2024
CLEVELAND, Ohio – For the eighth consecutive week, the number of new COVID-19 cases in Ohio worsened, rising from 3,896 last week to 4,575 this week, the state reported Thursday. Beginning in spring, case numbers moved steadily downward, but have been on an upward swing since early June. Thursday’s...
Ohio pension adds four new funds
The $19 billion School Employees Retirement System of Ohio in Columbus added four new investments at this month’s board meeting totaling $275 million. According to Chief Investment Officer Farouki Majeed, higher interest rates have caused more market volatility, and the team has been proactively managing the portfolios to maximize returns. The staff has maintained an […]
Rock Entertainment Group, Gray Media Launch Rock Entertainment Sports Network
CLEVELAND—Rock Entertainment Group (REG) and Gray Media, owner of WOIO and WUAB in Cleveland and WXIX in Cincinnati, have reached an agreement to launch “Rock Entertainment Sports Network.” The parties plan for the new network to start over-the-air broadcasts on Gray’s television stations in Cleveland and Cincinnati this August, with future over-the-air, multichannel video programming distributors (MVPDs), and streaming components to be announced as the network grows.As part of their plans, the two companies said that the partnership will bring free, 24/7 access of local Ohio sports and entertainment programming to millions in Ohio. Gray and Rock Entertainment Group will also...
Contractor indicted for alleged home-improvement scam costing Ohioans over $105,000
CINCINNATI, Ohio — A Hamilton County grand jury has indicted Roger Glenn Gray, 52, of Aurora, Indiana, on three felony charges related to an alleged home-improvement scam that defrauded 14 Ohio residents of more than $105,000, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced yesterday. Gray, who has a significant criminal...
Bristolville man dies in Ohio 11 crash on Wednesday
Officials said a traffic crash Wednesday on Ohio 11 left a 50-year-old Bristolville man dead. According to reports, Clint E. Gibson of Bristolville was operating a 1997 Dodge Caravan heading southbound on Ohio 11 just south of Ohio 82 in Vienna Township on Wednesday afternoon. Gibson’s car traveled off the...
Dover Shoney's restaurant, the last in Ohio, to close and be sold in online auction
DOVER ‒ After 33 years in business, the Shoney's restaurant in Dover will be going out of business. It will be closing in a couple more weeks, according to manager Mike Watson, who has worked there for more than 18 years. The property, located at 881 Commercial Parkway, has been put up for sale...
Belmont County Dog Park officially opens with an emotional surprise
BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio (WTRF) — The Belmont County Dog Park had its grand opening today. Not only was there a traditional ribbon cutting, but some surprising emotional moments as well, and plenty of four-legged individuals celebrating their new park. Click of scissors. Woo-Hoo!!! Applause. With that, the Belmont County Dog Park was opened. But wait. […]
State expected to match funds for Market Street Bridge, says Capito
BROOKE COUNTY, W.Va. — Earlier this month, Senator Shelly Moore Capito announced an $87.5 million award toward construction of a new Market Street Bridge over the Ohio River between Steubenville and Follansbee. On Thursday, she explained where the rest of the money for the new bridge will need to...
Ohio school closed for radioactive material being sold ‘as-is’
PIKETON, Ohio (WDTN) — A vacant school in southern Ohio has caught the attention of people across the U.S. as it heads for auction. On Saturday Aug. 17, Zahn’s Corner Middle School in Piketon will be auctioned. The listing displays the 53,000 square foot building, on around 9.83 acres, selling for a minimum of $270,000. […]
Vacant former Ohio Bell headquarters becomes The Bell
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - It’s a strategic corner for Cleveland, a building at East 9th Street and Lakeside Avenue, vacant for five years, now reopening Aug. 1. “Another building in downtown Cleveland that quite frankly was underutilized that’s seeing exciting new life breathed into it,” said Councilman Kerry McCormack, who represents downtown in Ward 3.
New banking location opens in Chillicothe
CHILLICOTHE— A new LCNB National Bank location recently opened in the Downtown Chillicothe area. LCNB National Bank was founded in 1877 and has served communities in Ohio and Kentucky over the years. The new location in Chillicothe offers in-person banking, a drive through and an ATM. ...
Wanted: Cleveland woman’s face tattoos make her easy to identify, facing several felonies
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) -This week’s Cuyahoga’s Most Wanted features a Cleveland woman facing several felonies and her face tattoo’s might make her an easy mark. According to Crime Stoppers of Cuyahoga County Breanna Guzman is on the run after an incident in August of 2022. She’s accused...
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