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February 18, 2025 – Following a bench trial, Judge Marianne T. Hemmeter found 35-year-old Alex Hawks, of Canal Winchester, guilty of Telecommunications Harassment, a felony of the fifth degree. Hawks was previously convicted of Telecommunications Harassment, a misdemeanor of the first degree hence why this contact resulted in a felony charge and conviction. A sentencing hearing before Judge Marianne T. …

The City of Delaware is a Tree City USA honoree for the 44th consecutive year. The Arbor Day Foundation recognized the City’s commitment to effective urban forest management. The Tree City USA program is sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation, in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service and the National Association of State Foresters. Delaware also was recognized with a Growth …

The community is invited to a City of Delaware Black History Month celebration on Saturday, Feb. 22 at Sourcepoint, 800 Cheshire Rd. The free event runs 4-6:30 p.m. The formal program begins at 5 p.m. This year’s keynote speaker is Dr. Mark Lomax, II, a composer, recording artist, drummer, activist, educator and author. Lomax, a highly sought-after lecturer, specializes in …

 Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) and The Ohio State University at Newark, with support from the J. Gilbert Reese Family Foundation, celebrate Independence Day with a concert and fireworks on July 3 at the shared Newark campus. The institutions are seeking food vendors to serve spectators at the event, which is expected to draw more than 20,000 people. Interested vendors …

The Licking County Health Department’s (LCHD) Safe Communities Coalition reported three (3) crash fatalities in the county during January 2025. In January 2024, there were no crash fatalities reported. Our sincere condolences to the families and loved ones involved.  The Safe Communities Coalition is a group of community partners with the goal to reduce traffic-related deaths. It is administered by …

The Licking County Health Department is included in a partnership between local agencies and organizations known as the Licking County Emergency Warming Center Task Force. The task force aims to coordinate and establish warming centers in Licking County for individuals who are in need of a warm and safe place to temporarily shelter on extremely cold days or nights during the winter.The Licking …

COLUMBUS, OH – Former Ohio State football coach and Youngstown State University president Jim Tressel has officially been confirmed as Ohio’s next lieutenant governor. The Ohio Senate voted 31-1 in favor of Tressel’s appointment, followed by a 68-27 approval vote in the House. He replaces Jon Husted, who was recently appointed to the U.S. Senate seat vacated by Vice President …

February 12, 2025 – Today Delaware County Common Pleas Court Judge James P. Schuck sentenced Steven M. Vicario, a 41-year-old Delaware man, to 25-30.5 years in prison for Rape, Sexual Battery, and Tampering with Evidence. Vicario has also been classified as a Tier III Sex Offender. Vicario was found guilty by a Delaware County Jury of two counts of Rape …

Ontario, OH – The Area Agency on Aging announces the start of its 2025 Scholarship Program, aimed at supporting individuals pursuing higher education or certification in the field of aging or disability services. The Foundation Board will award three scholarships to deserving individuals who demonstrate a commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of older adults and those …

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced this morning that he is nominating Jim Tressel to serve as his lieutenant governor.  Tressel would replace Jon Husted, who served as lieutenant governor until Governor DeWine appointed him to the U.S. Senate last month.  Tressel most recently served as the president of Youngstown State University before retiring in 2023. Tressel also served 15 …