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COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal has awarded approximately $2.52 million to fire departments across the state to better train and equip first responders and protect Ohio communities. The funds were awarded through SFM’s annual Equipment and Training Reimbursement grant programs for 2025.   This year, 141 departments in 70 counties will split more than $2 million to …

On March 19, 2024, Delaware County Common Pleas Court Judge Marianne T. Hemmeter sentenced Alex Hawks, a 35-year-old Canal Winchester man, to 11 months in prison for Telecommunications Harassment, a felony of the fifth degree. In February, Judge Hemmeter found Hawks guilty of Telecommunications Harassment in a trial to the Court. Hawks had a previous conviction for Telecommunications Harassment (a …

With the annual tax filing deadline quickly approaching, Franklin County is raising awareness about free tax preparation services available to thousands of residents and families. During their General Session Tuesday, the Franklin County Board of Commissioners highlighted the Tax Time program, which serves low- to moderate-income households. Earlier this year, the Commissioners approved a contract between the Franklin County Department …

Mount Vernon – The Mount Gilead Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigatinga fatal traffic crash that occurred on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 04:28 AM, on StateRoute 229 near milepost 7 in Clinton Township, Knox County. Aaron Bolton, age 31 of Mount Vernon, Ohio, was operating a 2013 Ford Focus westboundon State Route 229. Mr. Bolton failed …

COLUMBUS – Ohioans are encouraged to be a part of the process to shape the future of transportation in our state. The Ohio Department of Transportation is accepting public comments on the Statewide Transportation Improvement Plan (STIP) for 2026 through 2029. The plan identifies the multi-modal transportation improvement projects that are scheduled for some phase of implementation throughout the state over the next …

NEWARK, OHIO – On Monday, March 17, 2025 at 9:13pm, Newark Division of Policeresponded to a call of a robbery at the Speedway gas station, located at 117 E. Main Street, inNewark. The gas station attendant reported that a black male, wearing a light colored hoodedsweatshirt and dark pants, presented a firearm, and demanded cash. The attendant provided thesuspect with …

COLUMBUS, Ohio — With the April 15 tax filing deadline less than a month away, the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Securities and Division of Financial Institutions are sharing helpful tips and critical reminders to help ensure a smooth process for Ohioans. Among the items individuals are encouraged to consider are tax documents related to investment income and bank statements, both of which will help result in …

Although the calendar is flipping to spring, the temperature says winter still has a grip on Ohio. And drivers had a challenging season as AAA’s Roadside Rescue Team came to the aid of more than 230,000 Ohio drivers this winter, with many calls related to dead batteries and flat tires. Based on the types of calls received, a clear picture …

COLUMBUS, OH – Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has designated March 16-22, 2025, as Severe Weather Awareness Week and is encouraging all Ohioans to prepare themselves for spring and summer weather hazards, including thunder, lightning, tornadoes, and floods. Ohio is no stranger to inclement weather and Severe Weather Awareness Week is a good opportunity to create an emergency preparedness plan and …

Central Ohio – Wildlife District One While contacting ice anglers on Buckeye Lake, State Wildlife Officer Brady Stevens, assigned at-large in central Ohio, was approached by an angler who had questions about the removal of the minimum length requirement on saugeye. Officer Stevens explained that the change was made after research by Ohio Division of Wildlife fisheries biologists showed that removing …