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Settlement Reached with Companies Over Building Flaws at Zane State
(ZANESVILLE, Ohio) — Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost Thursday announced a $1.6 million settlement with three construction companies and a design firm over dangerous flaws in an 11-year-old building at Zane State College. “Accountability is not optional when it comes to the safety of our schools,” AG Yost said....
Sheriff's office fires Franklin County deputy charged with more than 30 counts of rape
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — The Franklin County Sheriff's Office fired a deputy who was indicted on more than 30 counts of rape last month. Sheriff Dallas Baldwin announced Deputy Charles Davis' termination on Thursday following an administrative hearing. "Given the gravity of the allegations, Sheriff Baldwin has determined that...
Olde Dutch marks 30th year, looks to future
LOGAN — The Olde Dutch Restaurant held a ribbon cutting ceremony Wednesday afternoon to commemorate the local hub’s 30th anniversary. “We are thrilled to be apart of this community, and honored to continue the tradition of this restaurant as a gathering place in the area,” said Adam Wetzel, owner of the restaurant. Wetzel is part of the third ownership group to take over the Olde Dutch since its founding in...
Giant bugs are in the building at the Columbus Metropolitan Library
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Giant bugs are now in the main campus of Columbus Metropolitan Library. The display includes a beetle, grasshopper, firefly, dragonfly and a 10-foot-tall spider web. The insects are six to eight-feet-tall. Also included in the display will be special staff-led programs and bug themed books ready to be checked out. The […]
Mega Weekend: Comedy Festival, Little Grand opens, North Market Wine Fest, CBUS Soul & More for Your Weekend
Shows for the Comedy Festival are happening all weekend! Anyone going to the early shows at Columbus Performing Arts Center can enjoy a free popsicle from J-POPS & festive music!. Thanks for coming out to enjoy the first year for this fun + funny festival!. Festivals to enjoy this weekend...
Ryan Day announces who has won Ohio State starting quarterback job
Ryan Day made a big announcement on Thursday regarding Ohio State’s football team. The Buckeyes head coach said that transfer Will Howard will be the team’s starting quarterback for their season opener against Akron on August 31. “We’re excited about Will being a starter,” Day said. “Will has really taken a command of the offense... The post Ryan Day announces who has won Ohio State starting quarterback job appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Ross County EBT users warned about card skimmers
CHILLICOTHE— Have you used your EBT card at Save-a-Lot on Western Avenue and Corner Market on Charleston Pike in Chillicothe recently? If so you may be at risk of having your money stolen due to card skimmers recently found in the stores. These skimmers can be found on card readers and look exactly...
Two found dead in South Gay Street apartment
MOUNT VERNON — Two people were found dead in an apartment at 105 South Gay St. Wednesday night. At approximately 10:02 p.m., Mount Vernon Police Department responded to an apartment building, The Terrace, on a requested welfare check. When the officers entered the apartment, two adult victims — one...
ABC 6 teams up with local resource for license reinstatement workshop
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — ABC 6 has come together with the Franklin County Municipal Court Clerk's office to host a phonebank highlighting their upcoming license reinstatement workshop. This effort benefits hundreds of people across central Ohio working to get their driving privileges reinstated. The 4th License Reinstatement Workshop will...
2024 football preview: Strong season should be in the Cards for Sandy Valley
The start of the 2024 Ohio high school football season is right around the corner. Most teams open Week 1 on Friday, Aug. 23, with a handful playing their season opener on Thursday, Aug. 22. This week, we are holding our own kind of two-a-days with previews on two teams released each day. Here is one...
Lancaster BrewFest showcases Ohio’s craft breweries at downtown street event
LANCASTER – Lancaster BrewFest is returning with a lineup of over 30 breweries, cideries, distilleries, and wineries across Ohio. BrewFest will be from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, with VIP access starting at 3 p.m. and features a curated selection of craft beer, cider, spirits, and wines as well as food trucks, trivia, live music and Hocking Hills Sykyl Pub offering free pedal wagon rides to patrons. ...
MVNU launches Master of Social Work degree program
MOUNT VERNON — Mount Vernon Nazarene University has announced the launch of its Master of Social Work degree, starting in the Spring of 2025. The program will have specializations in Behavioral Health and School Social Work. The MSW is designed to develop students into advanced social work practitioners with specialized knowledge from a Christ-like perspective.
Get out and do something this weekend in central Ohio, Aug. 15-18
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – From the annual Central Ohio Heart Walk to Childish Gambino performing at the Schottenstein Center, here are things to see and do this weekend in central Ohio. Columbus Comedy Festival At multiple venues in Columbus through Aug. 18 Childish Gambino Schottenstein Center, Aug. 15 at 8 p.m. Central Ohio Heart Walk […]
Court of Common Pleas Sentences for August 14, 2024
Chris A. Agin, 61, of 27196 SR 207, New Holland, was sentenced to 11 to 16 ½ years in prison and fined $10,000. Agin, found guilty by jury on charges including Aggravated Burglary, Violating a Protection Order, Menacing by Stalking, and Intimidation of a Victim, will also face the financial repercussions of his offenses.
Hardin County Fair Announces First 125 Riders Each Day of Fair Will Be Free
The Hardin County Fair announced this week that due to the generous support of their partners, they will be able to provide the first 125 riders at the fair with free wristbands during Tuesday-Saturday of the fair. Hardin County Fair partners that helped to make this possible include:. Heelstone Renewable...
Hardin County Humane Society Holding Pet Food Pantry on Saturday
The Hardin County Humane Society is hosting a pet food pantry on Saturday at 10:00am. This event is limited to Hardin County residents only. Guests must be 18 years of age or older and must show proper ID. You must also be a resident of Hardin County and provide proof...
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