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COLUMBUS – Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) today announced the award of $8.7 million to support bridge projects as part of ODOT’s Local Major Bridge Program. This round of funding will go to modernizing and repairing four local bridges in Franklin, Fairfield, Hamilton, and Lake counties. “Investing in our local bridges builds safer connections and supports our economy by keeping our transportation …

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)— Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced today that he has dispatched a nine-person fire management team from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) to assist firefighters battling the devastating wildfires that continue to rage in California.  Fire managers in southern California issued a request for additional resources yesterday as  wildfires continue to be fueled by the state’s dry …

For more than 50 years, Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) has been committed to its mission of meeting the technical education and training needs of students and employers in Licking, Knox and Coshocton counties.  The college began offering classes at Coshocton High School in 1977. In 1986, COTC solidified a partnership with the Coshocton County Joint Vocational School to have …

Heating fires peak during the winter months, with nearly half of all U.S. home heating equipment fires (46 percent) occurring between December and February. In response to this increased risk, the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) is sharing simple but critical ways to stay warm and safe during the colder months. “Each winter, when heating systems kick into high gear, so do the number …

Columbus, Ohio – As firefighters and EMS across the nation recognize Community Risk Reduction Week this week, the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal (SFM) is highlighting the important work of its Fire Prevention Bureau to protect the lives of Ohioans. Community Risk Reduction Week was created to promote educational programming and demonstrations that explain the importance of fire safety, with an emphasis …

 The Franklin County Commissioners launched the opening of One Door, a transformative initiative designed to streamline access to essential Health and Human Service resources. The program was unveiled with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Michael J. Dorrian Building, where the One Door office is now open to serve residents on the first floor of the county government complex. The One …

GAMBIER, Ohio — The Kenyon College men’s basketball team made a spirited comeback on their home floor against the Oberlin College Yeomen, but the Owls could not overcome a cold offensive performance as the visitors held on for a 52-47 victory in the North Coast Athletic Conference (NCAC) clash. Kenyon (3-14, 1-7 NCAC) started the scoring with the game’s first …

Ohio, January 2025 — As winter weather continues to cause havoc on Ohio roads, drivers whose vehicles suffer damage from potholes may be eligible for reimbursement. The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) encourages motorists to report vehicle damage caused by potholes on interstates, federal, or state routes via their website. Once a report is filed, ODOT will inform the driver …

SUPER LOAD #34 Hauler:  Edwards Moving & RiggingCargo:  TankHeight:  17’Width:  13’7”Length:  196’Weight:  415,416 pounds Friday, January 24 (Day 1) – Originates in Adams County, travels through Scioto, Pike, and Ross Counties 8:15 a.m. Departure (approximate) The load will pull out at approximately 8:15 a.m., just after the last bus transporting students to Manchester Local Schools passes the site. The load is …

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 …