Lack of food more widespread than many realize
COLUMBUS - Consumer spending for the holidays is up an estimated 10 percent this year. But amid plenty, hunger remains, particularly in Ohio.“One of...
Court overturns 10 of 13 charges against Ohio ex-lawmaker
CINCINNATI (AP) — A state appeals court on Wednesday overturned 10 of 13 criminal counts against a former Ohio lawmaker convicted last year of...
Ohio News Briefs
Feds net $1.7M in leasing 759 acres of Wayne National ForestMARIETTA, Ohio (AP) — Oil-and-gas drilling companies from five states have paid more than...
Wintry character
This country-style snowman greets visitors to the Uhl family house in Mad River Township. Temperatures near zero are helping preserve the winter creation, but...
Driver listed in fair condition following crash
A driver involved in a head-on crash Tuesday remained in a Columbus hospital Wednesday.Carol L. Casperson, 67, of Urbana, was listed in fair condition...
Village faced with costly sewer line repair
WOODSTOCK – A blockage in the main sewer line on Main Street last week resulted in costly repairs, Village Council learned Monday.Village Administrator Bradley...
Recent Votes in U.S. Congress
Editor’s Note: The 114th Congress has come to a close for anticipated legislative business. The 115th Congress will convene on Tuesday, January 3, 2017.Recent...
Cities fighting to thrive
COLUMBUS - The Ohio Municipal League and municipal officials in over 20 cities and villages throughout Ohio held a press conference Tuesday to announce...
Sparkling with Christmas joy
This house located at 120 Union St. in Urbana is all decked out for Christmas with lights, inflatables and projection images. The bright display...
Task force to review concerns over graduation requirements
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The state Board of Education is creating a task force to review Ohio’s graduation requirements and make recommendations for addressing...
