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Request an absentee ballot now to ensure your right to vote in the Nov. 5 election
Yet again, Ohioans are being subjected to an outsized effort to fix something that wasn’t broken, through the requirement to get a government-issued ID to vote. “Ohio could be on the verge of rejecting an historic number of ballots in the 2024 presidential election after Republican lawmakers adopted one of the strictest voter ID laws in the country last year,” The Plain Dealer reported Oct. 7 (”Thousands blocked from casting votes since 2023″). All to repair a voter integrity issue that didn’t exist, in line with the former president’s claim of a “rigged” election.
Ohioans will cast ballots in 116 state legislative races in 2024. Here are the top 8 to watch
COLUMBUS, Ohio—On Nov. 5, voters across Ohio will cast ballots in a total of 116 state legislative races. But only a fraction of them are expected to be truly competitive races, where the Republican or Democratic nominee each have a realistic chance of winning on Election Night. If you...
1970s Ohio School Pizza Burgers: A Nostalgic Recipe!
There’s something magical about reliving the foods from your childhood. For many who grew up in Ohio in the late 1970s, one particular dish takes you right back to the cafeteria: the old-school pizza burger. Whether it was a lunch you looked forward to or simply a meal that stood out in a sea of school lunches, the pizza burger was a hit. Those who were students in Ohio around 1978 and 1979 might still remember the satisfying crunch of the toasted bun, the flavorful mixture of seasoned ground beef, and the gooey melted cheese that completed this delicious dish.
MetroHealth lawsuit dismissed: The Wake Up for Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024
Subscribe to the Wake Up, cleveland.com’s free morning newsletter, delivered to your inbox weekdays at 5:30 a.m. MetroHealth fired its CEO, Akram Boutros, in November 2022 after the board said he improperly awarded himself $1.98 million in bonuses over several years. He had led the hospital system for nearly...
Central Ohioans continue helping Helene victims
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — More than a week after flooding from Hurricane Helene devastated parts of western North Carolina, central Ohioans continue to lend a hand in the area. One of the people who’s been helping out is Brian Butler. For the last week, he’s been cleaning with others and been with a group getting […]
Which apples are the best in Ohio? Columbus Monthly put them to the test
Apple season is in full swing, and Columbus Monthly decided to explore the best of what's out there this fall. A September visit to the market at Lynd Fruit Farm yielded 11 different varieties of apples to try, their hues ranging from green to gold to deep red. The names were delightful: among the offerings were the sturdy Jonathan, the lovely Rosalee, the scrappy Scruffy and the spunky Pixie Crunch, although we were most intrigued by...
It's the final push to register Ohioans to vote before Oct. 7 deadline
OHIO, USA — It was a busy weekend for campaigns across Ohio with the looming deadline to register to vote. In order to vote in the presidential election, Ohioans must register at voteohio.gov by Monday night or pick up paperwork at a library or BMV and bring it to the Board of Elections or Secretary of State’s Office by 9 p.m. on Monday.
Churches and law enforcement unite for Faith & Blue
About 100 people attended the annual Faith & Blue event held Sunday in Founder's Park. Marion Police Department, Marion County Sheriff's Office and the Marion post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol participated in the free old-fashioned backyard cookout that featured free hotdogs, music, games and more. ...
Help out deer and heed this pumpkin bucket PSA
No, this deer isn't getting an early start on a Halloween costume.Threat level: Instances of deer with plastic pumpkin buckets stuck on their heads seem to make Midwest headlines every year, prompting the Ohio Division of Wildlife to share a PSA on Facebook.What we're hearing: The state does not track how often deer are getting stuck, though a spokesperson tells us it "does seem to be more common" in recent years."That might be because of more cell phone cameras, more people with Halloween decorations, or potentially a heightened awareness from the public."How to help: It's best to keep this Halloween prop inside, officials suggest. But if you must use one in your outdoor decor, snip off the black handle beforehand.Report a deer in this unfortunate predicament by calling 1-800-WILDLIFE (945-3543).💭 Alissa's thought bubble: A trapped deer that gave Upper Arlington residents quite a scare in 2017 was one of my first "odd news" stories as a Dispatch reporter.Luckily, it had a happy ending. After a week-long saga, it apparently freed itself.
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