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Ohio HEAP and Special Reconnect Order help residents tackle winter bills

This winter, programs are back to help Ohioans tackle higher energy bills and prevent homeowners’ electricity and gas from being shut off due to late payments. Jenifer French is chair of the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio. “For more than three decades, the PUCO has issued its Special Reconnect...

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NewsForce 24/7

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Columbus Voters Back District Council, Now Housing Questions Follow the Overhaul

Columbus voters have approved the biggest change to City Council in a century, backing two charter amendments that replace the current all-at-large system with district-based representation — and the first big question hanging over the new council is what the overhaul means for housing in a city that says it is short more than 50,000 […]

Columbus, OH · 1d

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Buc-ee’s Wins Another Fight Over Its Famous Beaver Logo, This Time for $850,000

That smiling beaver on Buc-ee’s signs might look harmless, but using its familiar face without permission could come at a steep price. The Texas convenience store chain has turned its cheerful mascot into one of the most recognizable symbols on American highways, appearing on everything from T-shirts and stuffed animals to snacks and souvenirs. And as several businesses have discovered, Buc-ee’s takes protecting that image just as seriously as selling the products that carry it.

Ohio · 1d
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Fourteen Mahoning Valley regions marked for investment potential

OHIO - Governor Mike DeWine has announced 14 areas in the Mahoning Valley as federal Opportunity Zones to spur long-term investment and growth. DeWine announced the Opportunity Zones 2.0 with Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik, naming 260 census tracts—small subdivisions of a county used for national population data—across the state to encourage outside investment.

Mahoning County, OH · 3d
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The IRS gives storm-hit taxpayers in the Columbus and Cincinnati areas until Feb. 1, 2027 to file and pay federal taxes

Taxpayers hit by the Aug. 10 storms in seven Ohio counties, including Franklin County around Columbus and Hamilton County around Cincinnati, now have until Feb. 1, 2027 to file and pay many federal taxes. The IRS announced the relief on Oct. 14. It covers individual and business returns, along with some tax payments that would […]

Cincinnati, OH · 1d

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Locksmith Newark Ohio publishes hiring checklist for Licking County residents, noting Ohio has no statewide locksmith license and pointing to Ohio Attorney General guidance on bait-and-switch scams

""Ohio does not license locksmiths, so there is no state card to ask for when someone shows up at your door. That puts the burden on the questions you ask before the work starts. Get the business name, get the price in writing, and check for complaints with the Attorney General and the Better Business Bureau. Those steps take a few minutes, and they are the best protection a Newark resident has while standing outside a locked house or car," said a spokesperson for Locksmith Newark Ohio."Locksmith Newark Ohio has published a checklist to help Newark and Licking County residents vet a locksmith, since Ohio has no statewide locksmith license, drawing on Ohio Attorney General and Better Business Bureau guidance on bait pricing.

Licking County, OH · 3d

NBC4 Columbus

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Women’s clothing and bridal retailer coming to Upper Arlington

A retailer known for women’s clothing and home decor is bringing its bridal line to Upper Arlington as part of a new store planned for spring 2027.

Upper Arlington, OH · 3d

Realtor.com News & Insights

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Columbus Buyers Find More Options as Price Cuts Stay Elevated

Columbus buyers found more homes, more time to decide, and sellers willing to negotiate, a shift that favored shoppers.

Columbus, OH · 2d

NewsForce 24/7

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Heart of Ohio Family Health CEO to Step Down Dec. 31 After Nearly Nine Years

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Heart of Ohio Family Health will begin 2027 under new leadership. The community health center’s chief executive officer, Dr. Buhari Mohammed, announced early Monday, November 9, that he will leave the organization after almost nine years to take a leadership role with an out-of-state healthcare organization, according to his announcement as published […]

Columbus, OH · 5h

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Ohio’s Last Historic Public Market Survived a Fire and Nearly 50 Years in a Military Hut

A fire destroyed a public market in 1948, but the merchants weren’t ready to give up. They pooled their money, bought a surplus military hut, and kept their businesses alive beneath its curved metal roof. What was supposed to be a temporary solution lasted nearly half a century. I...

Columbus, OH · 21h

The Money Overview

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Ohio utilities must give an extra 10 days’ notice before a nonpayment shutoff from Nov. 1 to April 15 and offer a payment plan of one-third of the balance each month

Ohio gas and electric customers who fall behind on a bill between Nov. 1 and April 15 get extra protection before a utility can shut them off for nonpayment. The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) requires a second warning at least 10 days before the disconnection date, and the utility must offer a payment […] The post Ohio utilities must give an extra 10 days’ notice before a nonpayment shutoff from Nov. 1 to April 15 and offer a payment plan of one-third of the balance each month appeared first on The Money Overview .

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711-mile Rover pipeline: FERC approves $10-MM settlement over Tuscarawas River drilling

(P&GJ) — The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) on Nov. 6 approved a $10 million civil penalty settlement with Rover Pipeline LLC and Energy Transfer LP, resolving its enforcement case over horizontal directional drilling (HDD) beneath the Tuscarawas River in Ohio during construction of the 711-mile Rover pipeline. Under...

Ohio · 12h

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Ohio Ag Net Podcast – Ep. 469 – Turning Devastation into Inspiration

Farming is a profession built on quiet resilience, measured by the resolve to plant the next seed after the storm has passed. For Cameron and Mandy Way, founders of Way Farms in southern Ohio, that resilience was tested to its absolute limits this September when historic, catastrophic flooding swept across their land. Hear their story and the community response on this Ohio Ag Net Podcast, powered by Ohio Corn and Wheat.

Ohio · 20h

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For half a century, one Ohio agency has been fighting utility price battles

An Ohio agency is celebrating a half a century of championing fair utility prices. The Office of the Ohio Consumers’ Counsel is the only government agency whose sole mission is to advocate for consumers. In 1976, the state legislature created the counsel office to represent Ohioans in legal battles against utility companies.

Ohio · 7h

The Columbus Dispatch

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Ohio businesses will work with Acton to keep momentum. We’ll also speak up | Opinion

Derrick R. Clay is president and CEO of the Columbus Chamber of Commerce. Ohio voters have made their choice, and I congratulate Gov.-elect Amy Acton on her election . As Ohio prepares for new leadership, the Columbus Chamber of Commerce is ready to work with the incoming administration to strengthen our economy, support businesses and create opportunities across the Columbus region. Elections bring new leadership and priorities, but what businesses need to succeed doesn't change. They need predictable policies, skilled workers, reliable infrastructure and an environment that encourages investment. Families need affordable communities, quality education and access to good jobs. Ohio's success depends on getting both right. The Columbus region has become a destination for business investment, innovation and talent . We've worked hard to build that momentum, and we cannot take it for granted. Other regions are competing for the same businesses, workers and investments. The decisions Ohio makes in the coming years will determine whether we continue to lead. Employer needs must be top of mind Across our region, employers are navigating a common challenge: how to grow while managing rising costs, workforce demands and infrastructure needs. For a small business, that may mean deciding whether to hire

Columbus, OH · 2d

The Crescent-News

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Public hearings set for FirstEnergy rate increase application

COLUMBUS — The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) has scheduled three public hearings regarding FirstEnergy’s application for an increase in its electric distribution rates, including one in northwest Ohio. That is scheduled for 6 p.m. on Dec. 17 in the Lucas County commissioners' hearing room in the first floor of One Government Center in Toledo. Public hearings also will be held on Dec. 2 in Cleveland and on Dec. 9 in Akron. Those that testify will have their comments included in the case record. An evidentiary hearing will also take place at the PUCO offices in Columbus on Mar. 1. Written comments also may be addressed to the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio, 180 E. Broad St., Columbus, OH 43215. Public comments can also be filed online, and all comments should reference case docket numbers 26-347-EL-AIR, 26-348-EL-ATA, 26-349-EL-AAM, 26-350-EL-UNC. On May 22, 2026, FirstEnergy filed an application pursuant R.C. 4909.18 for an increase in its electric distribution rates for its three companies: Ohio Edison, Cleveland Electric Illuminating and Toledo Edison. In its application, FirstEnergy is requesting the following distribution revenue increases across a three-year period: Toledo Edison: $32.8 million in year one, $14 million in year two and $17.1

Toledo, OH · 4h

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ODA announces $1.8 million in H2Ohio funding for pasture and hayland conservation practices

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Agriculture Director (ODA) Brian Baldridge announced Nov. 2 $1.8 million in H2Ohio funding to expand conservation practices specifically for pasture and hayland acres in nine Ohio counties. “H2Ohio projects are ongoing in all 88 counties across Ohio, and the funding we are...

Ohio · 13h

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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Think tank warns Kroger’s takeover of Giant Eagle would harm consumers, union workers

A new study asks federal and state regulators to halt Kroger’s efforts to acquire Giant Eagle. (AP) A new study from a Washington, D.C. think tank asks regulators to block grocery titan Kroger’s $1.65 billion acquisition of Giant Eagle, saying the deal would increase prices and customer surveillance and harm unionized workers.

Columbus, OH · 3d

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CRG Breaks Ground on Columbus Industrial Buildings

CRG has broken ground on two Class A industrial buildings totaling more than 900,000 square feet at The Cubes at Etna, a 305-acre master-planned industrial park in Etna, Ohio, about 20 miles southeast of downtown Columbus. Spanning 750,120 square feet, Building B is fully leased to Omega Morgan. The second...

Etna Township, OH · 3d

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Wendy’s breakfast could disappear at some restaurants

Amid slumping sales, Wendy’s leaders told investors that franchisees will no longer be required to serve breakfast. The announcement comes as the Columbus, Ohio-based fast-food chain rejected a bid to buy the company. Company leaders said some locations could improve profitability by dropping breakfast. “This option directly supports stronger...

Columbus, OH · 3d