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Inkcarceration economy: Visitor dollars add up to millions for Mansfield, Richland County
Carl Guidotti spent $13 for a large slice of pizza for Kaedyn Barnett Saturday and $13 for a Locked Up Lemonade for Kaedyn's mom as they listened to the band Uncured before taking a tour of the Ohio State Reformatory during the Inkcarceration music and tattoo festival. Kaedyn, 16, and her mom, Colleen...
The forgotten forfeit: When Cleveland tried to cheat its way to a victory
CLEVELAND, Ohio – Last month the Northeast Ohio sports world revisited 10 Cent Beer Night, the raucous evening at the ballpark that resulted in a forfeit against Cleveland. The 50th anniversary of that ignoble night took folks down memory lane to recall the June 4, 1974, game between Texas and Cleveland that resulted in baseball’s official forfeit score of 9-0.
Budgeting for back-to-school supplies in Monroe. Where's the best place to shop?
MONROE — It’s never too soon to start thinking about back-to-school supplies. Several school districts are beginning to post lists with specific items online. The National Retail Federation (NRF) says more than 55% of back-to-school and college shoppers have begun purchasing items for the upcoming school year. ...
VIDEO: Insane Misdirection Play From NFL Flag Championships Is Blowing Everyone’s Mind
A play from the NFL Flag Championships has gone viral online ahead of the weekend. The inaugural event currently taking place in Canton, Ohio, and it appears to have generated some buzz. One game, in particular, got fans talking as the New York Jets’ affiliate totally embarrassed the opposition in...
Garst Museum in Greenville set to allow visitors to take aim with Annie Oakley's guns
History buffs and gun enthusiasts have a special opportunity next weekend, all because of Annie Oakley. Oakley, a small woman, earned a big reputation as a straight shooter. ...
Attraction at Clark Co. Fair stresses importance of sober driving
SPRINGFIELD, Ohio (WDTN) — It’s fair season here in the Miami Valley and the Clark County fair has just begun. The Clark County Fair kicked off on July 19, held at the fairgrounds at 4401 S. Charleston Pike in Springfield. Alongside carnival rides, fair food and livestock competitions, attendees also had the chance to take […]
Richland County marriage licenses recorded July 8-12
These marriage license applications were recorded in Richland County between July 8 and July 12:. Edward James Costello V of Iola, Texas, 23, office assistant, to Mia Rea Enzor of College Station, Texas, 25, stockman. Jordan Rudi Ratleff of Mansfield, 32, cleaning, to Lindsay Lynn Spinneweber of Mansfield, 32, self...
Animal shelter needs help after taking in 30+ dogs Friday
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — The Montgomery County Animal Resource Center is asking for urgent help from the public after taking in over 30 dogs on Friday. On July 19, the ARC assisted the sheriff’s office and removed 33 dogs from a property. The shelter is over maximum capacity, and is in urgent need for people […]
Eldora Results: July 20, 2024 ($175k – World of Outlaws)
Kyle Larson and the national dirt sprint car drivers raced for $175,000 to win in the Kings Royal at Eldora Speedway. World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series drivers have unloaded in Rossburg, Ohio. The half-mile of Eldora Speedway is set to host the famed Kings Royal event. View Eldora Speedway...
Inaugural Lima Masters tournament brings golfers together to raise money for local sports programs
HARROD, OH (WLIO) - The Lima community turned out for a golf tournament to ensure today's kids have the same opportunities they did. On Saturday, the 1st annual Lima Masters was held. The tournament started off years ago as a Lima native reunion in Columbus, but this year, the founders decided to bring it home and use the outing to raise money for athletic programs in local schools. This year's proceeds will be donated to the Lima City Schools football program through the new nonprofit 4 The Friendship. Many participants moved away from Lima a long time ago but were happy to come back for a good time and a good cause.
Columbus Dispatch wins general excellence award for outstanding journalism
Columbus Dispatch journalists won 27 awards Sunday in Ohio's most competitive journalism contest, including top honors for general excellence. Dispatch.com earned second place for best digital presence while sweeping all three awards for best video in the large-market division in the 2023 Ohio Associated Press Managing Editor contest announced at Villa Milano in Columbus.
Faster Horses Festival brings needed foot traffic to businesses
BROOKLYN, Mich. (WILX) - “It’s kind of funny, because a lot of the locals tend to avoid downtown, because it does get kind of busy, so it’s nice to be here because we get a lot of new people in,” said Kay Dale, a team member with Village Creamery.
Captains win third in a row, 6-3, over Fort Wayne
Guy Lipscomb hit a two-run home run and singled in another run as the Captains beat host Fort Wayne, 6-3, on July 21. Lake County (54-35) finished a three-game sweep in its first series after the All-Star break. Jose Devers hit a sacrifice fly and doubled for the Captains. He...
They’ve Got Mail In Chatfield…They Just Can’t Get It…
CHATFIELD, OH— Residents in Chatfield are expressing frustration over the lack of accessibility to their local post office. The post office, which has been serving the community since 1904, does not offer home delivery services. Postmaster Jill Stahl is responsible for overseeing operations in both Chatfield and Attica. Residents...
Climate change is hurting Lake Erie. Ohio is training a workforce to help
Climate change is altering Lake Erie: warmer water temperatures increase the risk of toxic algal blooms. Less ice cover in the winter can lead to more soil erosion. And its water levels are fluctuating at a faster rate. A new program at Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and...
Swanton Post investigate pedestrian fatality on Ohio Turnpike
A Toledo man walking on the Ohio Turnpike was fatally struck Saturday night in Springfield Township, the Ohio State Highway Patrol reported. Matthew T. Savord, 30, was walking across the turnpike’s eastbound lanes near the I-475/U.S. 23 overpass about 10:45 p.m. when he was hit by a pickup truck driven by Ashley L. Hartford, 40, also of Toledo, troopers at the patrol’s Swanton post said. Mr. Savord was pronounced dead at the scene. The patrol’s report did not specify whether he was a motorist or had entered the turnpike on foot.
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