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At 0121 hours Deputies were called to 10180 Busenburg Rd. Howard, Ohio in reference to an “open 911 call”. During the investigation, Deputies encountered a female; Lauretta Beltz-Frazee, claiming to have been injured by the male subject; Lloyd J Ray. The situation escalated quickly resulting in an exchange of gunfire between the male subject and a Deputy. The subject then …

Ohio (June 3, 2025) – Despite the wide variety of electric vehicle (EV) models now available—over 75 options introduced in the past four years—AAA’s latest survey highlights buyers’ continued hesitation. Only 16% of U.S. adults report being “very likely” or “likely” to purchase a fully electric vehicle (EV) as their next car, the lowest percentage recorded of EV interest since 2019. The percentage …

COLUMBUS, Ohio)— Governor Mike DeWine is encouraging Ohioans to take advantage of this year’s Sales Tax Holiday, which is designed to provide meaningful savings for families across the state. The 2025 Sales Tax Holiday will run for two full weeks, beginning at 12:00 a.m. on Friday, August 1, and ending at 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, August 14. In 2024, Governor DeWine and …

COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction Director Annette Chambers-Smith announced today that the state will award $50 million in grants to support construction and renovation projects at 19 local jails across the state.  The funding will be awarded through the Ohio Jail Safety and Security Program, which was launched by Governor DeWine in partnership …

In honor of World No Tobacco Day on May 31st, the Licking County Health Department is highlighting the serious health dangers associated with tobacco and nicotine use. Whether you smoke or vape, these products are major contributors to preventable illnesses like lung cancer, heart disease, and chronic respiratory issues such as COPD. They also weaken your immune system, harm your …

COLUMBUS, Ohio) — Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost issued the following statement regarding the death of Morrow County Deputy Sheriff Daniel Weston Sherrer, who was killed in the line of duty on Memorial Day evening. “My heart is torn by the loss of yet another Ohio law enforcement officer, who paid the ultimate sacrifice while protecting his community. We are …

The Works: Ohio Center for History, Art and Technology is pleased to announceFrederick Boll as the newly appointed Executive Director. After a thorough search, The Works Board of Trustees unanimously voted to appoint Boll, who brings over three decades of dynamic leadership in recreation, education, and nonprofit management to his new role. Boll will officially join The Works on August …

COLUMBUS – The Ohio State Highway Patrol is reporting 11 fatal crashes resulting in 12 deaths on Ohio’s roadways during the 2025 Memorial Day weekend, according to provisional statistics. This is a decrease from last year, when 26 individuals were killed. The four-day reporting period began Friday, May 23 and ran through Monday, May 26.During the reporting period, state troopers made …

Marengo, Ohio — A Morrow County Sheriff’s Deputy has died after being shot while responding to a domestic dispute Monday night in the village of Marengo. Sheriff John Hinton confirmed the deputy was fatally wounded during an altercation with a suspect at the scene. The deputy was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. The suspect …

The City of Delaware is mourning the passing of former Mayor Windell Wheeler, who died this week at the age of 84. Wheeler dedicated more than 16 yea rs to public service on Delaware City Council, leaving a legacy of leadership and enduring community impact. First elected as an At-Large Council Member in 1997, Wheeler served four terms, including seven …