Ohio Auditor's press release acknowledges local governments for exceptional financial practices, highlighting their accurate, transparent record-keeping, and adherence to stringent auditing standards.

Pickerington city offices closed for New Year's holiday, reopening January 2 at 8 a.m. Residents are reminded to plan accordingly during this brief closure.

Upper Arlington reflects on 2025 achievements such as the opening of the Bob Crane Community Center and city employees' efforts, while anticipating future developments in 2026.

Rep. Josh Williams leads a push for more inspections and oversight of Columbus childcare programs amid fraud concerns, advocating for unscheduled audits and stronger regulation.

Ohio AG Yost reports on the success of anti-human trafficking efforts in 2025, with Operation Next Door leading to 135 arrests and aid for 67 survivors.

Ohio State Highway Patrol enhances New Year's patrols to prevent impaired driving and ensure safe celebrations, following Governor DeWine's call for responsibility.

Ohio State and University of Miami teamed up before the Cotton Bowl to pack over 21,800 meals for the North Texas Food Bank, marking a tradition of community service at bowl games.

The Ohio Auditor's office reported that James Barrett faces a recovery of $943.90 for not making timely federal payroll tax payments while serving as a fiscal officer.

Ohio law enforcement seized over $75 million in drugs, firearms, and cash in a joint operation led by the OOCIC and praised by Attorney General Yost for enhancing community safety.

Ohio Auditor of State Keith Faber reports extensive financial mismanagement in Franklin Township, with over $66,000 in findings for recovery from various employees due to payroll errors and budgetary discrepancies from 2017-2019.

The National Weather Service reports weather patterns in Ohio, including freezing drizzle causing traffic incidents, gusty winds, and quick snow accumulation, with a slight weekend warm-up expected.

Union County Sheriff's Office in Ohio engaged local youth with School Resource Officers for community-building LEGO events during the winter break, fostering relationships between students and first responders.

Hilliard, Ohio, initiates Christmas tree recycling from Dec 31, with pickup dates on Dec 30, Jan 6, and Jan 13, as detailed in a city social media post. Residents must remove all decorations and cut larger trees in half.