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Granville Historical Society commissions symphony to salute local icon, Trig Gamble
The Granville Historical Society has commissioned the writing of the F. Trevor Gamble Legacy Symphony following a successful fundraising campaign. The symphony is now being composed by Denison University Professor of Music, Dr. Ching-chu Hu. Dedicated to the memory and legacy of F. Trevor “Trig” Gamble, the symphony will create a soundtrack of...
Oscar winner Rita Moreno among performers visiting Denison University for Vail Series
Legendary actress, dancer, and singer Rita Moreno is coming to Denison University in March as part of the Granville university's annual Vail Series. The Vail Series offers a captivating blend of music and artistry as it welcomes this year’s artists to campus. From string performances to a cappella brilliance, and from multidisciplinary...
Granville's St. Luke’s Episcopal Church featured in state-wide event of historic landmarks
The historic St. Luke’s Episcopal Church will open its doors to visitors from noon to 2 p.m. on Sept. 12, as part of the Ohio History Connection Ohio Open Doors event. The event is free and open to the public. Ohio Open Doors is state-wide biennial event during which buildings and landmarks open...
Ohio high school basketball: See the schedule for the inaugural Holiday Hoopla showcase
The Northland boys basketball team’s matchup with perennial state champion Richmond Heights and a finale between two Division I powers highlight the inaugural Holiday Hoopla High School Basketball Showcase in December. The event’s 34 teams were announced July 30, and its schedule was released Wednesday morning. The Holiday Hoopla takes place from Dec....
In July, Ohio Sportsbooks routed the public to claim $55 million in gross sports betting revenue
On Tuesday, the Ohio Casino Control Commission and Ohio Lottery reported a combined $55.4 million in adjusted gross sports betting revenue in July. It was the 15th time in the last 19 months that the state obtained a double-digit hold. July was the 16th time that Ohio’s monthly winnings exceeded $50 million. Since Ohio became a legal sports betting market in the U.S., they’ve collected more than $1.43 billion. Ohio’s revenue in July 2024 was 48.7% higher compared to their figures in July 2023. Almost 98% of their wagers in July were done via the 18 mobile sportsbooks in the state. Roughly $10.2 million was from retail venues and $614,000 from kiosks statewide. While revenue was up in July, Ohio saw a 10% decrease in its handle. Finally, Ohio collected $11.1 million in tax revenue from a 20% rate. Ohio’s year-to-date total is now $98.7 million.
Ohio bill would require schools to publicly disclose Pledge of Allegiance policies
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Ohio K-12 schools would be required to publicly disclose their Pledge of Allegiance policies under a recently introduced bill. Under Ohio’s current law, local boards of education must adopt a policy specifying if its schools recite the Pledge of Allegiance, and if so, how and when. The pledge is not a […]
Submitting an absentee ballot for November election? Be aware of this change
There may be an extra step for those wishing to submit an absentee ballot in the November election. Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose implemented a change to election rules, banning people from submitting a ballot at a ballot drop box for someone else.
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