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'Not worth it': Parents struggle to get state money to help kids' education after pandemic
When the pandemic hit and threw a wrench into Ohio kids' education, the state launched a savings account program to reimburse parents for after-school activities − up to $500 at first and then up to $1,000 a year per qualifying child. For many families, that's a huge help. That's...
Ohio Property Taxes: 60% of Homeowners Struggle to Afford – Auditor Michael Stinziano Advocates for Reform
Michael Stinziano, Franklin County Auditor, advocates for legislative changes in Ohio to ease property tax burdens for homeowners, proposing reforms like expanding the Homestead Exemption and introducing measures such as property tax circuit breakers and a deferral program for those facing financial challenges. Franklin County Auditor Michael Stinziano Urges Legislative Reforms for Ohio Property Taxes […]
Woman arrested in Ohio after allegedly claiming she purchased cocaine at a West Virginia music event
According to officials, a woman in Ohio was apprehended for claiming that she had purchased cocaine at a music festival in West Virginia. According to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, a traffic stop was conducted on State Route 7 in Clarington due to a traffic violation. While making a...
Member who resigned from teachers’ pension fund concerned about investment firm
The member who resigned from Ohio's chaotic teachers' pension board differed from reform-minded leaders, sharing concerns about giving billions of dollars to an "illegitimate" investment firm.
Wheeling Symphony concert to highlight Weirton Independence Day celebration
WEIRTON, W.Va. — The Wheeling Symphony Orchestra will be performing patriotic songs and Broadway hits to celebrate Independence Day on Friday at the Weirton Event Center. The concert is free. There will also be food vendors onsite, 50/50 as well as a chance to win an overnight stay at Mountaineer Casino Resort.
Wellsburg's weeklong Independence Day bash draws biggest crowd yet
WELLSBURG, W.Va. — Members of the Wellsburg community came together to celebrate the week leading up to Independence Day. An event that began in 1947 is still bringing in hundreds 77 years later. "I think it’s a great week for the community,” attendee Janice Stucin said. “And a lot...
Skyline up for top 10 regional fast food chain by USA Today readers
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - Skyline Chili is in the running once again for a top ten regional fast food chain by USA Today readers. Voting ends at noon on Monday. The top 10 restaurants will be announced on July 17. “This chain of Cincinnati-style chili eateries started up in Ohio 75...
Ohio high school football schedules: 2024 Greater Akron Weeks 1-10 schedule
The 2024 high school football season begins in less than two months. Ohio High School Athletic Association preseason practices start Aug. 1 and Greater Akron teams open their season Aug. 23. The OHSAA state playoffs pairings are announced Oct. 27 and the postseason begins Friday, Nov. 1. The postseason culminates in the OHSAA state championship...
Ohio's bald eagle population soaring just in time for July 4th, ODNR reports
The symbol of America continues to thrive in the Buckeye State. Just in time for the Fourth of July, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources has announced that its 2024 annual spring survey, in a statement shared with the Dispatch, found a "robust" estimate of 841 active bald eagle nests, according to ODNR's Division of Wildlife.
Semi driver charged after striking Ohio bridge with oversized load
MEDINA COUNTY, Ohio (WKRC) - A semi driver was charged after they drove under and struck a bridge in Ohio with an oversized load Friday. According to WOIO, citing the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP), 43-year-old Deshawn Johnson of Texas was charged after he drove his semi under a bridge and struck it. Per the outlet, citing the OSHP, investigators found that Johnson was driving off his ODOT approved permit for the route and didn't have a lead vehicle with height-sensing technology.
Mingo Junction code enforcer to residents: Keep yards maintained
MINGO JUNCTION, Ohio (WTRF) — The all-American look of Mingo Junction is so striking that Hollywood used it for the background of classic films like ‘The Deer Hunter.’ And village leadership plans to keep it that way. If you live in Mingo Junction and your lawn starts to become a nuisance for your neighbors, village […]
Steubenville's Fourth of July bash: Bands, fireworks, and free swim
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — Steubenville will be hosting a concert Thursday at the Berkman Amphitheater to celebrate the Fourth of July. The first performance will start at 6 p.m. with the Tri-State Community Band followed by the Ron Retzer Trio at 7:15 p.m. and concluding with U.S. Kids at 8:30 p.m.
Miners Look To Wrap Up Perfect Season Saturday Night With a Championship
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF)– The Wheeling Miners are just a game shy of completing a perfect season in their inaugural year. Which game is that? The AAL2 Championship Game. They will face the Peach State Cats from Georgia at home in that game, Saturday at 7 p.m.. The big news for the Miners is League MVP […]
Flood Memorial Wall gets fresh paint and new updates
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — The flood memorial wall on the corner of Virginia Street and S. Penn Street is undergoing a summer-long upgrade. Several organizations including Wheeling Heritage and volunteers from the painter’s union have teamed up to repair the structure of the wall and give it a fresh coat of paint. Five […]
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