Tuesday, Joshua Harper (20) of Westerville pleaded guilty to Murder, an unclassified felony. Delaware County Common Pleas Court Judge James P. Schuck proceeded to sentence Harper immediately to a mandatory sentence of life in prison with parole eligibility after 15 years. In July of 2024, the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office responded to a 911 call where an eyewitness reported seeing …
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The Mount Vernon Police Department Detective Division, assisted by the PatrolDivision, executed a search warrant at a Martinsburg Road residence. The warrantstemmed from an ongoing investigation for possession of child pornography.During the search of the residence evidence of child pornography, Detectives alsolocated over 100 grams of cocaine, LSD, psilocybin mushrooms, prescription pills, andmarijuana were located and seized. Additionally, Detectives seized …
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MARYSVILLE, OHIO – Amazon Web Services (AWS) is making a significant impact in Central Ohio with a $1 billion investment in Marysville. The plan, recently approved unanimously by the Marysville City Council, includes the construction of two 500,000-square-foot data center buildings in Innovation Park. According to Eric Phillips, Marysville’s Economic Development Director, the project is expected to bring 25 high-paying …
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Join the City of Delaware for the 2025 State of the City Address! City Manager Paul Brake will deliver his first State of the City address on Thursday, March 20, at 7 PM at the Strand Theatre, 28 E. Winter Street, in downtown Delaware. Doors open at 6:30 pm This free event is open to the public. Hear firsthand about …
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As parts of the U.S. prepare to “spring forward” with the onset of Daylight Saving on Sunday, AAA is reminding drivers to stay focused behind the wheel. With the time change impacting sleep patterns and daylight hours, drivers and pedestrians may be at a greater risk of the dangers associated with drowsy driving. According to the latest data from the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), nearly 78% of …
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With Spring Break upon us, AAA booking data shows most travelers are looking for warm weather with the Sunshine State topping the list of U.S. destinations. Four Florida cities are on the top 10 domestic list: Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and Tampa. “For families who live in colder climates, Spring Break can’t come soon enough!” said Stacey Barber, Vice President …
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MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University is proud to announce the induction of 16 exceptional students into the Ohio Delta chapter of the Alpha Chi National Honor Society for the 2024-2025 academic year. Alpha Chi is a prestigious academic honor society that recognizes the top 10% of juniors and seniors across all disciplines. Membership to Alpha Chi is by …
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Ohio soybean farmers are expressing deep concern over new tariffs that could significantly impact their industry. China, the largest buyer of Ohio soybeans, has announced a 10% retaliatory tariff on U.S. soybean imports, a move that industry leaders fear will hurt already struggling farmers. According to Kirk Merritt, Executive Director of the Ohio Soybean Association, farmers are facing rising production …
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Central Ohio – Wildlife District One While on patrol in Pickaway County, State Wildlife Officer Brady Stevens, assigned at-large in central Ohio, contacted three waterfowl hunters at Elmon Richards Wildlife Area. Officer Stevens checked the group for valid hunting licenses, Ohio Wetlands Habitat Stamps, and federal Duck Stamps. One hunter did not have a valid Ohio Wetlands Habitat Stamp. The hunter …
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