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Cost, mental health care among concerns about Ohio assisted living facilities
A study from the Ohio Department of Aging predicted that by 2040, Ohioans, ages 60 and older, will make up a quarter of Ohio’s total population, and this group is expected to grow by over 30% in the next six years. That’s why the agency made a stop in...
O.H.I.O. Fund to focus on growth opportunities in Ohio’s economy
CLEVELAND, Ohio - Ray Leach, Jeffrey Stern and their colleagues at the recently launched O.H.I.O. Fund are trying to do something that’s never been done before — create an impact fund that invests in high-growth opportunities in Ohio’s future economy. Leach is the fund’s president and founding...
Helplines like 211, 988 provide essential community services for Northeast Ohioans
Everyone needs help during an emergency, and knowing the right number to call for the right emergency can be vital when you’re going through a stressful situation. There are a variety of different helplines that are easy to remember beyond just 911. There’s the City of Cleveland’s 311 line that answers approximately 200,000 calls each year about non-emergency city services. The United Way of Greater Cleveland’s 211 number connects more than 150,000 residents to things they need, like food, housing and utility assistance. And the new 988 line helps people going through a mental health crisis, such as feeling suicidal, or dealing with substance use.
Insurance prior authorizations delay critical health care. Ohio bill to combat it could be improved
As a cancer physician, last year I was reminded that lymphoma does not wait for insurance company approval. A patient in our clinic was diagnosed with diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, an aggressive cancer. The lymphoma was growing quickly, and one mass had caused her kidneys to fail. This was a high-stakes situation, because diffuse large […]
Paden City High School students return to school after being told they were closed for good
Just a few short months ago Paden City High School was officially closed for the 2024-2025 school year. After several months of controversy, community rallies, and court hearings, students, faculty and staff returned to Paden City High School on Monday for the first day of classes.
Fire at business prompts Pleasants County Schools garage closure
BELMONT — A fire at a business near the Pleasants County Schools bus garage led to classes being canceled Monday. Crews responded to a Monday morning at Life Guard Medical Supply at 208 Riverview Drive in Belmont, according to Deputy State Fire Marshal Jason Baltic. The cause of the...
Structure fire leaves Marshall County home a total loss
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – A Marshall County home is gutted after fire rips through the structure. We are learning no one was injured. The home is located at 665 Chesterfield Drive, right off of Garvin’s Lane. The call came in after 10:00pm Sunday night and Mount Olivet, Sherrard, Limestone and Bethlehem Volunteer fire departments […]
Floating river circus to dock in Steubenville this Wednesday
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — A floating river circus will be making a stop in Steubenville on Wednesday. The Flotsam River Circus will be bringing a national traveling show to the Vukelic Wharf. "Raft of circus performers that are coming down the Ohio River and stopping at 36 different towns along...
St. Clairsville Students Start New School Year
St Clairsville, OH (WTRF) The Saint Clairsville Red Devils began the school year today after a sweltering summer break. Over the summer, some big projects were completed at the high school including new turf on the athletic field, which is used by many students throughout the year. Also, a new roof was installed on the […]
Community Day brings artists, games, petting zoo and live music to New Concord
NEW CONCORD – Friends of New Concord will offer the second annual New Concord Community Day from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Aug. 31. The one-mile Muskie Fun Run will begin at 9 a.m. at New Concord Elementary School. The vendors village with 25 artisans will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the parking lot of Genesis Primary Care. A kids' corner will also be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a coloring...
Real estate transfers: Agricultural property in Tuscarawas Twp. sells for $1.4 million
A large agricultural property in Tuscarawas Township has been sold, according to the latest real estate transfers filed with the Stark County Auditor's Office. The 68.4-acre parcel, located along Alabama Avenue Northwest, sold for $1.4 million. Bethlehem Township. Dudek Tim & Kim from Springwood Lake Camp Club Property, parcel 1100397...
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