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Report puts 2 Ohio cities in top 50 of dirtiest in nation
CLEVELAND, Ohio — A study ranking the “dirtiest” cities in the U.S. puts two Ohio municipalities in the top 50. The report from the website Lawnstarter.com has Dayton at No. 42 and Cincinnati at No. 50 overall. Cleveland ranks 57th overall, but is the worst in Ohio for litter involving cigarette butts, the report says. Columbus is one of the cleanest cities in the U.S., ranking 137th.
Carroll/Canal Winchester news: Free tire collection event this weekend
Residents of Canal Winchester are invited to a free tire collection event this weekend. Area health departments will be facilitating the collection from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, June 1 at Brobst Park, 5321 Winchester Pike, Canal Winchester. The event is open to all residents of Franklin County, as well as Canal Winchester residents residing in Fairfield County.
Kroger implements new safety measure at Ohio locations
COLUMBUS — Several Kroger locations in Ohio will now be checking receipts due to an increase in theft, according to our media partner WBNS-10 TV. A spokesperson for Kroger confirmed the new safety measure on Sunday. >> ‘We’re so proud of you!’ Miami Valley native crowned Miss Ohio 2024...
'People say Columbus has lost all its historic charm.' Zone In would wipe away more of it.
Michael Feist is a longtime historian and preservationist who enjoys documenting little-known, lost and undiscovered elements of Columbus’ past. I'm an urbanist. I love walkable, dense cities with pleasant streets and charming buildings. I took COTA for years from a low-rent apartment and I can recognize a first-hand need for new zoning...
Friday Night Bandstand concerts begin May 31 with Bad Influence in downtown Lancaster
The Friday Night Bandstand concerts held in downtown Lancaster kick off on Friday. Concerts start at 7 p.m., but those that have opening acts will start at 6 p.m. The 2024 schedule, according to the Lancaster Parks and Recreation website is as follows:. May 31: Starts at 6 p.m. with...
Weeks after being added to historical buildings list, former Columbus bakery is razed
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Since Preservation Ohio released its list just weeks ago of the most endangered historic sites in the state, one of the two on the list from Columbus has been razed. Preservation Ohio is a 42-year-old organization that, since 1993, has released a yearly list of...
Circleville City Schools Announce Summer EBT Program
CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio – Circleville City Schools is excited to introduce the Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (Summer EBT) program, also known as SUN Bucks, to Ohio families this summer. In a letter addressed to parents or guardians, Cheri Davis, Director of Food Services, outlined the details of the initiative aimed at providing additional support to eligible households.
CGI losing Section 8 contract with Columbus housing authority amid civil rights complaints
The Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority has decided not to renew its agreement with a contractor that manages its Section 8 housing choice voucher program, serving around 13,000 households in central Ohio. The move comes after several years of complaints about the contractor from tenants and landlords, and amid a U.S....
Columbus Metropolitan Library locations offering free summer meals
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — This summer, students will be able to enjoy a meal at the library free of charge. In partnership with Children’s Hunger Alliance, 17 branches of the Columbus Metropolitan Library will offer free meals to students 18 and under during the summer months. Participating branches...
Families with missing loved ones to march in Columbus near where man vanished 17 years ago
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Families with missing loved ones will soon gather to march the streets near where Andy Chapman vanished 17 years ago, in an effort to bring the missing home. Andy’s mother, Judy Rafferty, and sister, Aimee Chapman, joined a Zoom call with NBC4 sitting in front of his missing poster, which was […]
FREE EVENT – Deer Creek Dam Days Festival Celebrates Local Heritage and Fun in Pickaway County
Williamsport, OH – As summer approaches, the Deer Creek Dam Days Festival gears up to honor local heritage and provide family-friendly entertainment from May 29th to June 1st, 2024. Located in Williamsport, Ohio, the festival promises a blend of festivities, concerts, competitive events, and attractions for all ages. The...
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