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Ohio Gov. DeWine awards funding to help families in need, encourage workforce development

COLUMBUS — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has signed Executive Order 2024-07D, directing Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) funding to various programs aimed at supporting struggling families, assisting children, and promoting workforce development across the state. The order allocates funds…

Moreno comment on reproductive rights continues to shake up Ohio senate race

OHIO — Bernie Moreno, a Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate in Ohio, has faced continued criticism after a video surfaced in which he made comments about women voters and abortion. Speaking at a town hall in Warren County on…

Ohio lawmakers call on DeWine to address economic impact of Springfield fabrications

COLUMBUS — Ohio House Minority Leader Allison Russo (D-Upper Arlington), along with State Representatives Willis Blackshear (D-Dayton) and Adam Miller (D-Columbus), have urged Governor Mike DeWine to work with state agencies and Springfield city officials to publicly account for the…

Cleveland Heights man tries to fight two juveniles at mall

BEACHWOOD — A confrontation at Beachwood Place mall on October 6 resulted in the arrest of a Cleveland Heights man after a dispute involving two teenagers in the food court. According to Beachwood Police, they were called to the mall…

$885,000 awarded to demolish Norwood Inn in Boston Heights

BOSTON HEIGHTS — The Village of Boston Heights has been awarded $885,000 through the Ohio Demolition and Site Revitalization Program for the abatement and demolition of the deteriorating Norwood Inn on Dean Memorial Parkway, State Rep. Bill Roemer (R-Richfield) and…

Summit County officials address skyrocketing property taxes

COLUMBUS — State lawmakers and local officials in Summit County are calling for action to address rising property taxes across Ohio. At a press conference on Wednesday, State Reps. Casey Weinstein (D-Hudson) and Veronica Sims (D-Akron), alongside Cuyahoga Falls City…

Ohioans urged to donate wisely to Hurricane Helene relief efforts

COLUMBUS — In response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene throughout the southeastern United States, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and the Ohio Department of Commerce are urging Ohioans to ensure their donations are directed to legitimate organizations that are…

Ohio State BOE receives $4.66 million lifeline to avert teacher fee hike

COLUMBUS – The Ohio Controlling Board has approved over $4.66 million in emergency funding to support the State Board of Education’s operations, a move that will prevent a potential 75% increase in mandatory teacher licensure fees. This funding aims to…

Lakeside Book Company to expand Willard Facility

WILLARD, OH – Lakeside Book Company, a leading provider of book printing, binding, and distribution solutions, is set to expand its operations in Willard, Ohio. The company announced a significant $18 million investment to purchase and install a new 64-page,…

Critical Need: Ohio inaugurates campaign to recruit volunteer firefighters

COLUMBUS – Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, alongside Ohio Department of Commerce Director Sherry Maxfield and State Fire Marshal Kevin Reardon, announced a new statewide Public Service Announcement (PSA) campaign aimed at raising awareness about the critical need for volunteer firefighters…