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Ohio Turnpike Announces Loveland LHS Senior Sam Richardson as Grand Prize Winner of the W82TXT Video Contest
Ohio Turnpike involves teenagers in communicating the dangers of distracted driving The Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission has announced the winners of its inaugural Ohio Turnpike W82TXT video contest, an initiative to engage teens in the messaging around the dangers of distracted driving. Taking home the Grand Prize is Loveland High School (LHS) Senior Sam…
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Sen. Brown’s statement on Thursday’s Senate Judiciary Committee hearing
U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) released the following statement regarding Thursday’s hearing of the Senate Judiciary Committee with Dr. Christine Blasey Ford and Judge Brett Kavanaugh. Brown previously announced his opposition to Judge Kavanaugh in August. “Dr. Ford’s courage is inspiring and I am very grateful to her for coming forward to tell her story,…
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Portman statement following senate Judiciary Committee Hearing
U.S. Senator Rob Portman (R-OH) released the following statement after the conclusion of the Thursday’s Senate Judiciary Committee hearing: “I had the opportunity to watch the hearing today and listened carefully to both Dr. Ford and Judge Kavanaugh testify. I believe allegations of sexual assault should be taken very seriously, and Dr. Ford deserved the…
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Annual drug overdose report shows eight-year low in prescription opioid deaths and four-year low in heroin deaths in Ohio
Deadly Fentanyl Mixed And Used With Other Street Drugs Now Fueling Increases Columbus, Ohio – Prescription opioid-related overdose deaths have reached an eight-year low and heroin-related overdose deaths are at a four-year low,according to a new report released by the Ohio Department of Health (ODH).Illegally produced fentanyl which is being mixed and used with other…
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Magnified Giving promotes Milford resident Alison Kaufman to Director of Programs
Magnified Giving, a local nonprofit whose mission is to educate, inspire and engage students in life-long philanthropy, announced the promotion of its Program Coordinator to Director of Programs. Alison Kaufman joined the organization July 15, 2017 to support Magnified Giving’s successful history of growth. She assumed the role of Director of Programs September 24th, 2018.…
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Three Weeks until the Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drill
On 10.18.18, Ohioans are encouraged to Drop, Cover and Hold On Columbus, Ohio – National Preparedness Month is almost over, but that doesn’t mean we stop preparing for disasters. FEMA, the Central U.S. Earthquake Consortium (CUSEC) and the Ohio Emergency Management Agency (Ohio EMA) are encouraging citizens to stay prepared and Get Ready to ShakeOut…
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Governor Kasich issues common sense gun order
The database includes criminal conviction sentences, protection orders, and mental health records that, in Ohio, should be inputted. Columbus, Ohio – On Monday, Governor John R. Kasich took action to begin implementing recommendations of a working group he reconvened in April to improve the background check system that helps make sure guns stay out of…
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Ohio seniors have a wellness resource in New Elderly Fall Prevention Guide
According to the Ohio Department of Aging, one can reduce his or her risk of falling by paying more attention to the Three H’s: your home. The Ohio Department of Public Safety Division of EMS joined with the Ohio Injury Prevention Partnership and released an updated Elderly Fall Prevention Resource Guide for EMS providers and…
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Ohio Department of Health urges earlier vaccination as flu season approaches
With the approach of flu season, the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is recommending all Ohioans 6 months and older get a flu shot as soon as possible. The Centers for Diseases Control and Prevention (CDC) is urging vaccination by the end of October. Flu activity traditionally begins to increase in October. Flu activity traditionally…
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School safety training grants available for schools in Ohio
Schools will have the flexibility to use these grants for things like training for school resource officers, safety and security materials, and programs to identify and help students who may be struggling with their mental health. Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine has announced that he is awarding $12 million in grants to help enhance safety…
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