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 The American Red Cross announced the retirement of Stephanie Wright Byrd, Regional Executive for Central & Southern Ohio, after seven and a half years of dedicated service. Byrd has been a driving force behind the Red Cross mission in the region leaving a lasting impact on the 47 counties in Ohio, Northern Kentucky and Southeast Indiana. During her tenure, Byrd …

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)— Ohio Governor Mike DeWine vetoed the following bill: Senate Bill 50, to amend sections 3331.02 and 4109.07 of the Revised Code regarding age and schooling certificate requirements and work hours for a person under sixteen years of age. Governor DeWine issued the following veto message:  “Learning to work is an essential part of growing up.  Businesses across Ohio each day …

COLUMBUS, Ohio — As Ohioans decorate their homes and prepare for holiday celebrations, the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal is reminding everyone that holiday cheer should never come at the cost of safety. This season, Ohioans are urged to celebrate smart by keeping fire prevention top of mind while decorating. “The holiday season is a time for joy, bit it’s …

COLUMBUS – The Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) reports 11 deaths in eight fatal crashes during the Thanksgiving holiday reporting period, which began at midnight on Wednesday, November 26 and concluded at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, November 30. According to preliminary Patrol statistics, at least two of the eight fatal crashes recorded during the reporting period were OVI-related. In a continued …

COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Ohio Prep Sports Media Association has announced the finalists for the 2025 Ohio Mr. Football Award. The winner will be announced next Thursday at 5 p.m. in Canton prior to the start of the OHSAA football state championships. The prestigious honor has been awarded since 1987. The OPSMA district chairpersons and officers have selected the finalists. The …

The Works: Ohio Center for History, Art & Technology (The Works) is pleased to welcome families and visitors to its annual Holiday Homecoming celebration on Friday, November 28, with activities from 11 AM to 3 PM. Holiday Homecoming is a festive day filled with hands-on holiday fun, creative activities, and seasonal surprises throughout the museum. Guests of all ages can celebrate the season with a full …

The Village of Hebron is pleased to announce the appointment of Tyler Welsh as the new Chief of Police for the Hebron Police Department. Chief Welsh officially joined the department on Monday, November 10th. Chief Welsh brings more than a decade of law enforcement experience to Hebron, including extensive work in patrol, supervision, investigations, tactical operations, and program development. Most …

For more than 30 years, the Franklin County Board of Commissioners and the OhioHealth Foundation have come together to present the “Light Up A Life” hospice tree, a cherished tradition honoring loved ones who are no longer with us. This year’s ceremony will take place at noon on Tuesday, November 25, in the lobby of the Franklin County Government Complex …

– The Ohio Power Siting Board (OPSB) today approved an agreement allowing PowerConneX New Albany 2, LLC to construct a 216-megawatt (MW) behind-the-meter power plant in Licking County. The OPSB also approved an agreement allowing CG Fulton County LLC to construct a 199-MW solar-powered electric generation facility and an associated 138-kilovolt transmission line in Fulton County. PowerConneX 2 Generation Project …

Bucyrus The Ohio State Highway Patrol is pleased to announce that Trooper Nicholas V. Hermann has been selected as the 2025 Bucyrus Post Trooper of the Year.  Trooper Hermann, 32, has been recognized for his outstanding service at the Bucyrus Highway Patrol Post. Fellow officers and dispatchers stationed at the Bucyrus Post chose Trooper Hermann for the award based on …