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Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) presented three alumni awards to graduates who demonstrated remarkable achievements in their careers with exceptional dedication to the populations they serve. The Outstanding Alumni Award, Transitions Alumni Award and John C. “Jay” Barker Community Service Alumni Award were announced at the college’s annual alumni reception on Dec. 8. COTC President John M. Berry, PhD, with …

Following the process outlined by the City Charter and Code, Columbus City Council is currently accepting applications to fill the vacant seat created by the upcoming resignation of President Pro Tempore Elizabeth Brown. In a memo to City Council Members, Council President Shannon Hardin provided an outline of the timeline and process to fill the vacancy. Applicants must email a current …

COLUMBUS – According to provisional statistics, 16 people were killed on Ohio’s roadways this Thanksgiving holiday. During the five-day reporting period, from Wednesday, November 23 at midnight through 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, November 27, 16 people were killed in 15 fatal crashes. In 2021, there were 14 fatal crashes in which 17 people were killed. Of the 16 killed this …

COLUMBUS – As Ohioans and our visitors make their way to see family and friends this Thanksgiving, troopers will be making sure motorists are taking the proper safety measures by driving sober, not driving distracted, and wearing their safety belt. Troopers will be highly visible and cracking down on those driving impaired and those failing to wear a safety belt from …

As Thanksgiving nears, the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) urges added caution when preparing the holiday feast, as Thanksgiving Day represents the leading day of the year for home cooking fires. Between three and four times as many cooking fires occur on Thanksgiving Day as a typical day of the year. “Thanksgiving is a hectic holiday, with multiple dishes cooking and baking …

COLUMBUS, Ohio (Nov. 15, 2022) – AAA predicts 54.6 million Americans (more than 2.2 million Ohioans) will travel at least 50 miles from home this Thanksgiving (Nov. 23-27). That’s a 1.5% increase over 2021 (1.1% in Ohio) and 98% of pre-pandemic volumes (96% in Ohio). Continued higher costs of living and gas prices, coupled with concerns about inflation, are slowing …

The Licking County Commissioners have authorized the Licking County Water and Sewer Infrastructure Study to review existing water and sewer services within Licking County. The study will also include identifying areas where these services could possibly be expanded to in the future. The Licking County Health Department is participating on the Study’s Steering Committee, along with the Licking County Area …

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Community Facilities Direct Loans and Grants program has awarded a $500,000 grant to Ohio Eastern Star Home, an independent senior living community in Knox County. The investment will support the construction of new facilities and the renovation of their existing facility. “This federal funding …

COLUMBUS, Ohio (November 2, 2022) – With Daylight Saving Time coming to an end this weekend, Ohioans will be spending more time driving in the dark. AAA encourages motorists to take steps to avoid drowsy driving and improve visibility. “While the time change brings an initial hour of extra sleep, the change in sleep patterns can lead to drowsy driving,” …

You don’t have to complete your college admission and financial aid application alone. Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) is hosting an application event to help students submit the free COTC application for admission and the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on Wednesday, Nov. 2 from 4–7 p.m. at the Knox campus. Students and their family members are welcome …