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Voting rights groups worry Ohio’s July voter registration removals may violate federal law
The Brennan Center for Justice and the Ohio Organizing Collaborative have been pushing Ohio’s Secretary of State since July to confirm voters aren’t being improperly removed from the rolls after updating their address. Now, they’re preparing to file suit against Sec. Frank LaRose if his office doesn’t respond by the end of the day today, […]
Ohio man wins $50,000 lottery with late dog’s license number
In a heartwarming turn of events, Roger Sours, a resident of Tiffin, Ohio, won $50,000 in the Pick 5 lottery by using the license tag numbers of his cherished dog. The win sent a jolt through Sours as he sat on his couch in shock, watching the lottery results unfold on television.
Private school voucher challengers end fight to compel questioning of Ohio Senate president
The groups seeking to eliminate a private school voucher program in Ohio have backed off of an effort to get the state’s Senate president to speak on the matter. Attorneys for Ohio public school districts and anti-voucher coalitions notified the Franklin County Common Pleas Court that they had withdrawn a subpoena for Senate President Matt […]
Mega Millions jackpot worth $498 million: See the winning lottery numbers for August 20, 2024
CLEVELAND — Although nobody hit the $498 million jackpot in the Mega Millions drawing on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, lottery officials say there were thousands of other winners who hit smaller prizes in Ohio. Here's a look at all of the winners from Tuesday night's drawing here in the...
Trumpeter Swans Survived Habitat Loss and Now Thrive in Ohio
Thanks to a collaboration with the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, the animal is reestablished in Ohio and no longer on the state’s threatened species list. By Paris Mather. Despite being known for their graceful elegance, swans have a turbulent history. “Early settlers drained many natural wetlands needed for survival, and trumpeter swans were almost completely gone from Ohio by the 1900s,” says Jon Cepek, a Cleveland Metroparks wildlife ecologist.
Ohio school board gets $4.66M cash infusion
(The Center Square) – An infusion of more than $4 million in taxpayer money into the Ohio State Board of Education is expected to prevent a potential 75% increase in teacher license fees. The State Controlling Board approved more than $4.66 million for operations of the state board, which faced the potential of significant budget cuts and the possibility of raising teacher fees from $200 to $350 annually. “I’m proud...
Enquirer staff honored in recent Ohio journalism contests
The Enquirer was recently named best newspaper in Ohio in the Ohio Society of Professional Journalists' Ohio's Best Journalism Contest. The Enquirer's entry "epitomizes what it means to offer a news package," judges said. "Offering a little something for everyone takes a lot of work and care, and it shows with this edition.” The...
Huey Magoo’s to open central Ohio eatery inside former Del Taco
CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio (WCMH) — A southern chain boasted as the “filet mignon of chicken” is opening another central Ohio restaurant inside a shuttered taco eatery, as part of plans to launch 20 locations across the state. Huey Magoo’s is preparing to open at 23601 U.S. 23 South in Circleville, according to the chain’s site. The […]
Minnesota boy, 9, and his father die in series of crashes on Ohio turnpike
PRIOR LAKE, Minn. — A Minnesota family is changed forever after a series of tragic turnpike crashes.The Tibetan refugees were on their way to see the Dalai Lama in New York when the deadly wreck happened last Thursday.Among the dead are 9-year-old Dawa Norbu and his father, 46-year-old Tenzin Drukgyal. Both were beloved members of a local Tibetan community organization.Twelve-year-old Tenzin Choedon suffered serious injuries in the crash and is in critical condition at a hospital in Ohio.The family's mother is now home in Prior Lake with a broken arm, worrying for her daughter while also grieving her husband and son."Everybody come here to pray with us right now. All the Tibetans are going through a lot of sadness. All the Tibetans from Minnesota, everyone is so sad," Sonam Wangchuk, a family friend, said.Tenzin goes to Tibetan school on Saturdays. She is described as very hardworking and several of her teachers have written her letters of support.The family started a fundraiser on GoFundMe to help with their medical bills.Authorities in Ohio arrested a semi-truck driver for causing one of the crashes.
Works from 25 artists to be featured in 'CLIMATE' exhibition at Ashland University
The opening exhibition of the 2024-25 academic year at Ashland University’s Coburn Gallery will be “CLIMATE,” a regional juried exhibition featuring 25 Ohio-based artists. An opening reception will be held 4:30-6:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 29. The exhibition will run through Sept. 28. It is free and open to the public. ...
Shelby FFA highlights successful week at 174th Richland County Fair
SHELBY — It was another successful fair week for Shelby FFA members at the 174th Richland County Fair. Many members exhibited and placed at this year’s county fair. A special congratulations to AJ Roll and Gracie Rodman for being named the 2024 Richland County King and Queen. Also...
Plymouth farmers market sees growth through summer, ends Sept. 8
PLYMOUTH — Katie Veletean hoped Sunday Market on Main would provide the community with more than just fresh produce and artisan goods. Veletean, who owns Village Roots along with her husband Jason, wanted the monthly farmers and makers market to be a space for local residents to come together.
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