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COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio Department of Commerce Divisions of State Fire Marshal (SFM), Liquor Control and Cannabis Control are teaming up to remind Ohioans to put safety first this Fourth of July. With proper preparation and caution, you can ensure the safety of friends, loved ones and yourself at upcoming cookouts, gatherings and festivities, especially those that involve fireworks.  Those who plan to celebrate the holiday with …

COLUMBUS – The Ohio State Highway Patrol will be highly visible and cracking down on impaired drivers during the Fourth of July holiday reporting period, which begins at midnight on Thursday, July 3 and will run through 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, July 6.The Patrol’s zero-tolerance policy is part of the national Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over enforcement campaign aimed at removing impaired …

COLUMBUS – With summer travel season in full swing, the Ohio State Highway Patrol is reminding drivers of the importance of adhering to posted speed limits. Speeding remains a leading cause of crashes, injuries and fatalities on Ohio roadways, and slowing down is a simple yet impactful action every driver can take to promote safety for themselves and others. “Speed-related crashes …

The Gilbert Reese Family Foundation, Central Ohio Technical College (COTC), The Ohio State University at Newark and community sponsors invite you to the 25th anniversary Independence Day Concert and Fireworks celebration. This summer shindig will take place Thursday, July 3 from 5-11 p.m. on the schools’ shared campus in Newark. Admission and parking are free. Join us for a spectacular …

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has signed Ohio’s Fiscal Years 2026-2027 operating budget into law. Am. Sub. House Bill 96 supports the priorities of the DeWine-Tressel administration by making historic investments in Ohio’s people and workforce, children, and communities. “This budget builds upon my commitment to make Ohio the best place for everyone to live their version of the American Dream,” …

 From sea to shining sea―and from Cincinnati to Toledo ― AAA is projecting strong travel volume for the upcoming 4th of July holiday. A record-breaking 72.2 million travelers across the US, including 3.45 million Ohioans, are expected to travel 50 miles or more for the July 4 holiday. “Travelers are revving up for a busy Fourth of July travel period across the …

The Licking County Health Department (LCHD) has identified the first West Nile Virus (WNV) infected pool of mosquitoes in 2025 in a trap set in the City of Newark. The area is near Jefferson Rd. and Moull St., and it will be sprayed this evening for mosquitos as a part of LCHD’s mosquito control program. “While it’s not unexpected to find West Nile …

Work is set to begin on Tuesday, July 8 for a project on U.S. 42 between U.S. 33 in Union County and SR 745 in Delaware County. The project will be rebuilding and widening the road shoulders, as well as resurfacing the route. U.S. 42 southbound between SR 745 and U.S. 33 will close starting Tuesday, July 8 for this work. …

A house explosion early Wednesday morning on Becky Drive in Mansfield left a man seriously burned and three firefighters injured. Fire crews from multiple departments responded just before 7 a.m. to find the home engulfed in flames. A man with severe burns was found in the front yard, while a woman, uninjured, was also outside. Both were transported to the …

The City of Delaware has released its Popular Annual Financial Report for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024. The report provides residents and businesses with a clear, easy-to-read summary of the City’s financial performance, services, and use of public funds. Prepared by the City’s Finance Department, the PAFR is designed to improve understanding of City finances by presenting key information in …