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ODOT plans new roundabouts in intersection safety package
Three new roundabouts in Wood County plus others in Henry, Fulton, and Defiance counties are part of an $86.9 million package of safety-oriented projects the Ohio Department of Transportation announced statewide. The projects that Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and ODOT Director Jack Marchbanks announced Thursday also include “intersection improvements” at Alexis Road and North Detroit Avenue in North Toledo. All but a handful of the 28 projects in 22 counties are at intersections, and 19 projects involve building single-lane roundabouts at mostly rural locations where ODOT said crashes are frequent, although the announcement did not include crash data. “When it comes to our roadways, safety will always be our top priority,” Gov. DeWine said. “Our goal is to save lives by investing to improve dangerous intersections.”
Less than 1K customers in the dark after storms
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A number of residents have been impacted by storms. The AES Ohio Outage Map shows 434 residents are currently without electricity across the Miami Valley, as of 12:51 a.m. 2 NEWS crews were in Butler Township, where several roads were blocked by downed trees and powerlines. If your power goes out, […]
Educators and Librarians could face felony charges under proposed Ohio House Bill
Columbus OH -Ohio House Bill 556, introduced by Republican State Rep. Adam Mathews, is causing a stir among educators and library organizations due to its ambiguous language regarding 'obscene material' and 'obscene performances.' The bill proposes criminal charges for teachers and school librarians who distribute or create such materials but fails to clearly define what constitutes 'obscenity.'
Ohio GOP’s corrupt insistence Dems pay a price before they’ll put Biden on ballot
This is an open letter to every Republican member of the Ohio General Assembly. It is a disgrace to this state and every Ohio citizen that you have been unable to put your petty partisan issues aside and do your civic duty to ensure Ohio’s ballot includes both major party candidates for president of these United States (”Special session to put Biden on ballot is fraught with uncertainty,” May 25).
Deadly tornado outbreak kills at least 20 as severe storms target East Coast
The death toll from a tornado outbreak that damaged multiple states across the U.S. over Memorial Day weekend has risen to at least 20. More severe weather is forecast Monday, this time targeting the East Coast. The big picture: Widespread damage has been reported across the Ohio and Tennessee Valley...
Is mail delivered on Memorial Day?
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Is Memorial Day one of the holidays recognized by the United States Postal Service? Residents expecting mail or packages on Monday will have to wait an extra day as deliveries will be put on pause for Memorial Day. The United States Postal Service recognizes Memorial Day on May 27 as one […]
Ohio trapped in an abusive relationship with dysfunctional Republican-led General Assembly
Thomas Suddes is a former legislative reporter with The Plain Dealer in Cleveland and writes from Ohio University. Update: Late Thursday, a clearly irked Gov. Mike DeWine ordered the General Assembly into a special session, to be held Tuesday and Wednesday, to address the Biden ballot issue. It’s likely, but not certain, that...
Counties in Ohio with more rainfall over the past year than average
During the past winter, parts of California experienced massive amounts of rain and snow. Though it momentarily eased the frequent drought periods that had been affecting the state, the surge in rainfall flooded roads, knocked out power, and broke levees. Fueled by multiple converging atmospheric rivers, the state’s infrastructure was not able to capture all […]
Pickups and drop offs at issue-ridden West Side bus terminal will cease completely
Pickups and drop-offs at the Wilson Road bus depot on Columbus' West Side will soon cease after almost a year of back-and-forth arguing between the bus operators and the city over health and safety concerns. Columbus City Attorney Zach Klein announced Friday that Barons Bus and Greyhound Lines reached an...
7 New England Neighborhoods Among the Most In-Demand in the Nation
Here in New England, we know we're lucky to live in one of the best parts of the US. Over the years, countless studies have directed high praise towards our region. Last year, a WalletHub study announced the best small cities in the country, and eight New England towns made the list. Our area has also been highlighted for having the hottest zip codes, most underrated destinations, safest towns and best small cities in the nation, coolest small towns, and so on.
Amphibious military vehicle at Lost Trail Winery honors veterans and thrills attendees
MARLBORO TWP. – The engine of the Landing Vehicle Tracked 4 roared and rattled as the tank-like military vehicle eased its way into the muddy water of a pond. The 29,000-pound amphibian vehicle’s track chewed up the seaweed and mud as it propelled its riders forward. Children manned the vehicle’s inactive machine guns as owner Tom Price of Bowling Green steered it through the water to demonstrate the power and precision of the amphibious vehicles that U.S. Marines have been using in combat since 1942.
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