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Ignite Reading certified as 'high-quality tutoring program' in Ohio
DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) -- Ignite Reading has been approved as a "high-quality tutoring program" in Ohio as the state works to improve literacy rates that have been suffering since the COVID-19 pandemic. It gives students virtual one-on-one tutoring daily to help them in areas of reading they struggle with. Ohio...
Motorcyclist killed in Fairfield County crash
FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Ohio — A motorcyclist was killed in a crash in Fairfield County Thursday night, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. The crash happened around 10:05 p.m. on state Route 158 and Rainbow Drive in Greenfield Township. OSHP says 54-year-old Craig Berstler was driving a 2010 Harley...
From a regional campus to community cornerstone: The journey of Ohio University alumnus Dan Milleson
In the Ohio Valley, Dan Milleson’s story unfolds—one of resilience, passion and a steadfast commitment to community. Milleson, a graduate of Ohio University, embodies this narrative as he navigates his dual roles as the visionary behind Waterfront Hall and the driving force at Milestone Insurance. Milleson's journey began...
Man faces jail time for cutting downtown Chillicothe roses to give to strangers
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A local man’s act of kindness is causing a stir in Ross County, where his well-meaning gestures have landed him in hot water with the law. The Ross County Sheriff’s Office says that on July 19, a maintenance worker for the city reported an individual had been cutting roses off the bushes outside the Ross County Law Enforcement Complex and handing them to women passing by.
Zoo Crew Eliminated by Happy Valley Hoopers in TBT
PITTSBURGH — On Wednesday night, Zoo Crew battled all the way until the last second in a back-and-forth matchup against Happy Valley Hoopers, Penn State’s alumni squad in The Basketball Tournament. In the end, after a missed three pointer from Dustin Sleva of Zoo Crew, Happy Valley looked...
WARNING: Produce Recalled From MI, OH, IN Stores Due To Listeria
Making sure we eat enough healthy foods is a top priority for ourselves and our families. And that's why many of us buy plenty of fruits and vegetables. However, Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio are urged to check their refrigerators for produce included in an expanded recall in these states. Produce...
Purple Political TV Comes To Ohio’s State Capital
At the end of June, a novel new over-the-air television brand that seeks to bridge the divide between Republicans and Democrats with “bite-sized videos and informational text” to what founder Matthew Davidge calls the “purple majority” debuted on a broadcast TV station in Milwaukee. Now, the...
Gurpreet Singh asks Ohio Supreme Court for stay of execution pending appeal of 4 murder convictions
HAMILTON, Ohio (WXIX) - Gurpreet Singh, the West Chester man sentenced to death for the 2019 slayings of his wife and three of her relatives, is asking the state’s top court for a stay of execution while his legal team tries to overturn his conviction, newly filed court records show.
Qventus' AI discharge planning solution saved Ohio Health $1.7M in a matter of months
As artificial intelligence makes inroads in healthcare, one health tech company is focused on automating health system operations to increase hospitals' bed capacity and reduce length of stay. Qventus says its AI solution is helping healthcare facilities save hundreds of thousands of dollars in excess patient days. The solution provider...
Stephen Colbert Ridicules Trump VP Pick JD Vance: ‘You’re Telling Me This Guy Has No Charisma?’
The Late Show host Stephen Colbert ridiculed Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance on Wednesday, comparing him to a plank of wood. The post Stephen Colbert Ridicules Trump VP Pick JD Vance: ‘You’re Telling Me This Guy Has No Charisma?’ first appeared on Mediaite.
Ohioans to watch at the Olympics
LeBron James will carry the American flag during Friday's opening ceremonies for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, but he's not the only Ohio athlete worth watching in the weeks ahead. Why it matters: Fourteen Ohio natives will compete for Team USA, including several with Northeast Ohio connections. Plus: Ohio...
Ohio advocates seek to ‘Trump-proof’ recent gains made on clean energy and climate
Advocates in Ohio are stepping up their clean energy efforts in response to the Republican party platform and Project 2025, which detail how a second Trump administration would promote fossil fuels while cutting back federal programs for addressing climate change, environmental justice and equity. Over the past year, Ohio-based governments...
Pet of the Week: Kittens
ZANESVILLE, OH- This week for Pet of the Week The Animal Shelter Society is showcasing all of the kittens that they currently have. The animal shelter has many kittens who are looking for forever homes. All of the available kittens are very loving and enjoy playing. “We’re coming to you...
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