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Great Lakes truck drivers unionize with Teamsters
Three truck drivers for Great Lakes Brewing Co. (GLBC) have formed a union with the local Teamsters chapter. Why it matters: Though small, the union is among the first in Ohio's craft beer industry. The Ohio Craft Brewers Association tells us it knows of only one other active union, representing...
Showers and storms possible this morning.
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - A complex of thunderstorms will be moving across southern Ohio and into West Virginia this morning. Thunderstorms will be more likely around Jackson County and towards the south for the morning commute, but rain chances will still be around towards the north. Our potential for showers and storms today will wane through the morning, but a few showers will still be possible around noon. When we enter the afternoon and evening, we will be looking at drier weather with a decrease in cloud cover. Expect the evening commute to be overall quiet across the Mid-Ohio Valley. However, it is still going to be quite humid.
Lawmaker takes action after Ohio Supreme Court rules ‘boneless’ chicken wings can have bones
The Ohio Supreme Court ruled that a man who ordered boneless wings should have expected bones to be in them, denying him a jury trial after he suffered major injuries, including several surgeries and two medically induced comas. A state legislator is so outraged by the decision that he plans to propose a bill to […]
Overview: JD Vance and rail safety
Before Donald Trump chose Ohio’s JD Vance as his candidate for vice president, the U.S. Marine Corps veteran, lawyer, and author of “Hillbilly Elegy” gained the national spotlight as one of the authors of the Railway Safety Act of 2023. The bipartisan legislation — sponsored by six U.S. senators, three Republicans and three Democrats — came in the aftermath of the Feb. 3, 2023, Norfolk Southern derailment and chemical release in East Palestine, Ohio.
Harris sees opening in Vance pick as she considers her own choice for vice president
Kamala Harris’ plan as a running mate was to brush past JD Vance as nothing but a rubber stamp for Donald Trump. But now that she’s the presumptive Democratic nominee, her campaign is seizing on the Ohio senator as a major liability, looking to her own vice presidential selection process and the contenders’ public auditions to drive home the point.
Suspicious package at Licking County Amazon facility not a threat
UPDATE: The sheriff’s office has reported that the package was “non-threatening” and that the facility has resumed normal operations. ETNA TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WCMH) — The Licking County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a reported suspicious package at an Amazon Fulfillment Center in Etna Township. According to a social media post at 8:05 p.m. Monday, deputies were […]
Encore Industries building sold, will become a warehouse and logistics hub
CAMBRDIGE − The Encore Industries building at 725 Water St. has sold to John Jack, a local businessman specializing in energy and logistics operations who is utilizing the 200,000-square-foot space for warehousing and distribution for major global brands. “I can’t say who, but we’re in the midst right now of moving product in,” said Jack. “We’re cleaning everything up and having brand new racking systems installed.” ...
Historical Society of Mount Pleasant hosting their annual tour this weekend
JEFFERSON COUNTY, OHIO (WTRF) – If you’re a major history buff or if you just love beautiful scenic farmland, this weekend there is a special event you won’t want to miss! The Historical Society of Mount Pleasant will host their annual tour of historic properties. It’s a step back in time as visitors will tour […]
Maple Leafs Trade Pitch Lands Them $34 Million Winger in Multi-Player Deal
Columbus Blue Jackets forward Patrik Laine has been involved in trade rumors and one trade pitch has the Toronto Maple Leafs acquiring him. Laine has asked for a trade and after the forward was officially NHL and NHLPA Player Assistance Program on July 26, the trade rumors heated up. Website PuckPedia has a new tool called PuckGM that lets users create their own trades, and one user proposed a deal that sees Laine get traded with money retained in a multi-player deal.
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