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Following bankruptcy, Ohio restaurant chain closing all locations outside of Cleveland
An Ohio-based restaurant chain that once boasted multiple Columbus locations, and more than 10 throughout the state, is preparing to shutter all of its eateries outside of the Cleveland area. According to statement posted to its social media accounts earlier this week by owner Matt Fish, Melt Bar & Grilled...
USPS Initiates Mailing Service Changes, IN Residents Affected
The United States Postal Service (USPS) plays a vital role in the daily lives of Indiana residents. From sending letters and packages to receiving bills and other important documents, residents rely on their mailing services for efficient and cost-effective shipping options. However, customers in the state will now be affected by recent changes to services provided by USPS.
Local school to open $15M facility in Cincinnati suburb
CINCINNATI (Cincinnati Business Courier) - Local career technical education school Butler Tech and the city of Middletown are partnering on an aviation education hangar project. Butler Tech plans to open a new $15 million facility at the Middletown Regional Airport to expand its aviation education program, in turn increasing its...
Five years later, mom still dealing with the loss of 22-year-old son
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - Five years after he was killed, the mother of Benayah Yisrael is still looking for the person who murdered her son. Yisrael, 22, was shot and killed in Evanston on July 21, 2019. His twin sister found him in front of his mother’s home on Durrell Avenue near Merrimac Street at around 4:30 a.m.
Portsmouth officials creating incentives to aid in economic development
PORTSMOUTH, Ohio (WCHS) — City officials have found a way to encourage economic development by creating incentives for setting up shop in Portsmouth. The creation of four redevelopment districts in the city will expedite funding for future projects. Earlier this year, Jay Kehoe opened Oddfellows, a place for food...
Kentucky suspends Radiology Group CEO's license
The Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure has suspended the license of Anand P. Lalaji, MD, CEO of The Radiology Group, saying that the teleradiologist overlooked several imaging findings. The ruling stems from a complaint submitted in November 2023 alleging that Lalaji violated the board's statutes governing the practice of medicine...
Cancer care app helps those diagnosed stay as well as possible
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - A new app is now helping many people navigate a difficult diagnosis. For those diagnosed with a chronic illness, their health insurance plan may be able to offer additional support to keep them as well as possible. One example is a cancer diagnosis. Dr. Doug Ross from...
Officials progressing with Austin Master clean up in Martins Ferry
MARTINS FERRY, Ohio — For the past few years, the city of Martins Ferry has been dealing with the effects of environmental violations from improper disposal by Austin Master Services. The city, tasked with clean-up, is working through the lengthy process. In May, Austin Master Services was found in...
Santiago Espinal homers to extend hit streak to 10 games, Reds' bullpen holds on to beat Cubs 6-3
CINCINNATI (AP) — Santiago Espinal extended his hit streak to 10 games with a two-run homer in the second inning and the Cincinnati Reds held on to beat the Chicago Cubs 6-3 on Tuesday night, winning a series between NL Central rivals trying to stay within striking distance of playoff contention. TJ Friedl drove in two runs with a first-inning base hit, Tyler Stephenson also had an RBI as part of the three-run second inning, and Spencer Steer drove in another with a double in the eighth. Tony Santillan got the start for the Reds because the scheduled starter, Frankie Montas, was traded to Milwaukee earlier in the day. Seven Reds pitchers combined to hold the Cubs to three runs and seven hits. Nick Martinez (5-5) pitched four scoreless innings to get the win. Alexis Díaz pitched the ninth for his 21st save in 23 chances.
Zanesville bar owners take a wait-and-see approach to proposed training requirement
ZANESVILLE − Ohio legislators are asking who is responsible for the wellbeing and safety of patrons, staff and the public if someone leaves a bar intoxicated. Is it the bar? Or is it the personal responsibility of the adult to act safely if they’re intoxicated? ...
Dayton leader testifies on Capitol Hill in support of community funding
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A city of Dayton official addressed members of Congress in hopes of gaining funding to assist communities across the country. LaShea Lofton, deputy city manager for Dayton, testified in Washington D.C., urged Congressional leaders to support providing funding support for local communities during the U.S. Senate Committee on Finance’s ‘Tax Tools […]
DeLoreans, Mustangs, and more: Wicked Wheels adapting to growing popularity ahead of 5th annual event
Andy Glenn, a Springfield Township trustee for the last two decades, has his mom to thank for his involvement in the Wicked Wheels Car Fest. His mother’s dream car was a bright red 1965 Mustang convertible with a 289 engine, and in 2014, his father bought it for her. Now, as he prepares to bring it to the fifth annual Wicked Wheels show where he also serves as a judge, his enthusiasm is contagious. “I love old cars,” he said. “The old cars have a character to them that you just don’t find in things that are made today. They’re so easy to work on. They’re very simplistic. They don’t have the computers, and their designs are something you haven’t seen in a long time come out by auto manufacturers. They’re metal. They don’t have a lot of plastic parts in them. There’s just a lot that appeals about the older vehicles, especially with Gen Xers.” On Aug. 7, Glenn and hundreds of other proud car owners will gather in Springfield’s Homecoming Park to display models ranging from the latest models in dealerships to perfectly-preserved pieces from the ‘60s to firetrucks and racecars.
Take advantage of all that Athens and Southeast Ohio has to offer
When thinking about all the things to do — Southeast Ohio has it going on this summer!. First, maybe take a trip to Pomeroy in Meigs County for the 24th annual Big Bend Blues Bash which will be held Friday and Saturday in downtown Pomeroy.