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Headlines 24 March 2023

Study finds brain injuries are chronic conditions that require lifelong management

More than 1.5 million Americans suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI) each year, oftentimes resulting in permanent disability, including struggles with memory, mobility, mental health and cognitive function. For those with a TBI, their struggles usually don’t end when treatment does.

Headlines 24 March 2023

State issues latest East Palestine update

The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.

Headlines 15 March 2023

Hillsboro administration to hold DORA meeting March 27

The City of Hillsboro administration is holding a public meeting Monday, March 27 at 5:30 p.m. regarding information on DORA (Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area).

Headlines 27 February 2023

Pike County authorities searching for suspect in abduction case

The Pike County Sheriff’s Office announced Sunday evening that authorities are seeking information on the whereabouts of a Waverly man believed to be armed and dangerous.

Headlines 22 February 2023

ODA gives awards for dedication to water quality

The Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) showed its appreciation for exceptional leadership and commitment to conservation by honoring the Putnam County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD), Sunrise Cooperative and Ed Crawford of the Natural Resource Conservation Service.

Headlines 22 February 2023

ODA gives awards for dedication to water quality

The Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) showed its appreciation for exceptional leadership and commitment to conservation by honoring the Putnam County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD), Sunrise Cooperative and Ed Crawford of the Natural Resource Conservation Service.

Headlines 22 February 2023

ODA gives awards for dedication to water quality

The Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) showed its appreciation for exceptional leadership and commitment to conservation by honoring the Putnam County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD), Sunrise Cooperative and Ed Crawford of the Natural Resource Conservation Service.

Headlines 15 February 2023

Sen. Terry Johnson appointed chair of Ohio Health Oversight and Advisory Committee

Senate President Matt Huffman (R-Lima) has appointed State Senator Terry Johnson (R-McDermott) as chair of the Ohio Health Oversight and Advisory Committee.

Headlines 10 February 2023

From credit cards to pool cleaning, FirstEnergy money benefited Householder, Feds say

After about nine days of testimony, Assistant U.S. Attorney Emily Glatfelter asked Wetzel about sums Householder personally received from accounts funded by a 501(c)(4) dark money group that was financed by FirstEnergy. According to Wetzel, money went for expenses ranging from paying off Householder’s credit card bills to cleaning the pool at a home he owned in Florida.

Headlines 8 February 2023

Taylor Stepp named Director of Projects for Ohio Southeast Economic Development

Ohio Southeast Economic Development (OhioSE) announced Taylor Stepp as the Director of Projects Wednesday.

Headlines 6 February 2023

Ronald C. Todd II joins Ohio Department of Development

Ronald C. Todd II is taking on a new role as the Chief of Social Impact & Opportunity at the Ohio Department of Development. Todd previously served as Governor Mike DeWine’s Minority Affairs Liaison.

Headlines 2 February 2023

Weaver wins 2023 Outstanding Young Farmer award

Brad Weaver of Wyandot County is the winner of Ohio Farm Bureau’s Young Agricultural Professionals 2023 Outstanding Young Farmer competition. The results were announced Jan. 28 during the YAP Winter Leadership Experience.

Headlines 27 January 2023

Adena’s orthopedic program helps save firefighter’s livelihood

Anyone who works in a physically demanding profession knows that a serious injury can pose a significant threat to your livelihood.

Headlines 24 January 2023

Hannewald wins American Farm Bureau Discussion Meet

Ohio Farm Bureau Young Agricultural Professional Mike Hannewald of Lucas County is the winner of the 2023 American Farm Bureau Discussion Meet. The contest was held as part of the 104th American Farm Bureau Annual Convention in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Headlines 24 January 2023

Anderson wins American Farm Bureau Excellence in Agriculture Award

Ohio Farm Bureau Young Agricultural Professional Stacie Anderson of Wood County is the winner of the 2023 American Farm Bureau Excellence in Agriculture Award. The contest was held as part of the 104th American Farm Bureau Annual Convention in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Headlines 13 January 2023

10th annual Midwest Regional Sustainability Summit announces Keynote Speaker; is accepting submissions, nominations

Green Umbrella’s 10th annual conference for environmental advocates, the Midwest Regional Sustainability Summit, will take place May 12 at the Duke Energy Center in Cincinnati and feature keynote speaker Dr. Katharine Wilkinson.