The Lancaster Police Department celebrated the graduation of Tallmadge Elementary students from the D.A.R.E. program, highlighting its role in teaching kids to resist drugs and violence.

Columbus Fire Recruit Class 124 has completed CPR/BLS training, a key step towards becoming emergency responders, with Red Company moving to fire training and Blue Company to EMT training next.

Reynoldsburg Police offers a R.A.D. self-defense class series for women focusing on abduction and sexual assault prevention, held on Saturdays in January.

St. Stephen's Community House will become independent from the Catholic Diocese of Columbus by July 2026, with uninterrupted services as it transitions.

The Grove City Ohio Police Department held their annual Shop With a Cop event, benefiting 26 children from 7 families during the holiday season with community support.

The Support Southwest Public Libraries Committee holds an information session in Grove City to discuss library importance and encourage community support.

The Grove City Library hosts "Books with Bo," a reading event with the police department's therapy dog, on December 18 for a relaxing literary session.

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is offering a ride-along program for individuals to experience the life of a trooper firsthand, aiming to attract new recruits.

Worthington residents showed strong support for the Firefighters-4-Kids Toy Drive, with continuous donations leading up to Christmas Eve, filling collection vehicles. The city thanked the community for their sustained generosity.

The City of Hilliard announces its MLK Heart For Service and Volunteer Fair, to be held at The Well on Jan. 19, offering various community service opportunities.

The City of Upper Arlington, Ohio, shared a warm Hanukkah greeting on social media, promoting inclusivity and community spirit during the holiday season.

The City of Westerville, Ohio is ready to address the snowstorm, with Snow Warriors working around the clock. Residents are informed to expect initial delays in road clearing due to weather conditions.

Dublin, Ohio encourages dog owners to license their pets for legal compliance and safety, helping to reunite lost dogs with owners and supporting the Franklin County Dog Shelter.