The ODNR emphasizes safety for winter activities in Ohio, advising on proper clothing, ice awareness, and self-rescue techniques for ice fishing and snowmobiling.

Hilliard Police announced a free Women's Self-Defense Class aimed at providing prevention strategies and defense tactics to women aged 15 and over. Classes are on Feb. 25-26, with registration required.

The National Weather Service in Wilmington reports extended cold weather in Columbus and Cincinnati, with low temperatures and potential wintry conditions including rain, snow, and strong winds.

Truck driver Jacob McDonald, convicted of vehicular homicide after a crash killing six, was released from jail, having served part of his 18-month sentence.

The Dublin Link bridge in Ohio will light up in red, white, and blue for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, reflecting the city’s commitment to his legacy and ideals of justice.

Upper Arlington residents are preparing for disruptions due to ongoing Columbia Gas infrastructure upgrades, affecting roads like Lane Avenue through 2026 with lane reductions and closures.

The NWS has issued a cold weather advisory for southeastern Indiana, southern Ohio, and northern Kentucky, warning of extreme cold and potential snowfall.

The SO Consortium in Scioto County has been declared "unauditable" due to incomplete financial records for 2024 and 2025, facing potential legal consequences.

The Abbey Theater of Dublin won five 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards, including Favorite Local Theatre for the fourth year, with Joe Bishara and Francesca DiFranceso among the individual winners.

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources is hosting Open Houses for those interested in becoming Natural Resources Officers to protect the state's natural spaces.

Gahanna, Ohio encourages residents to save on energy costs with its Energy Plus program offering competitive rates for clean and traditional energy, undercutting AEP Ohio's prices.

A utility pole replacement will close West Central Ave. in Delaware, Ohio, on Tuesday, causing traffic disruptions, the City of Delaware advised the public via social media.

Lancaster Lodge Apartments caught fire; authorities reported no injuries and the incident is under investigation.