Upper Arlington invites residents to nominate people and groups for the 2024 Community Awards and the 2025 Wall of Honor to recognize local contributions. Deadlines are in January 2025.

The Ohio State Highway Patrol reported a decrease in Christmas holiday road fatalities compared to last year, with two deaths and increased enforcement leading to arrests for impaired driving and drug offenses.

Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose emphasized the significance of every vote after close local elections, urging voter participation and preparedness for upcoming elections while providing resources for potential candidates.

Ohio hunters harvested 17,373 white-tailed deer in a weekend hunt, showing an increase from the previous year's count, with out-of-state visitors also actively participating.

Ohio auditors found that Caregiver Grove Behavioral Health LLC improperly received $1.75 million in Medicaid payments and may need to repay $1.96 million—the provider billed for unsupported or unauthorized services.

Ohio BCI Supervisor graduates from the FBI National Academy, marking a prestigious law enforcement training milestone.

Columbus Downtown High School culinary students are making meals for families at Ronald McDonald House, gaining cooking and sanitation skills while providing valuable community service.

Two Columbus City Schools, Alpine and Clinton Elementary, have achieved the i-Ready Super Stretch School designation for student growth in reading and math.

The City of Upper Arlington is enhancing its recycling efforts after the holidays with programs for recycling holiday lights, collecting Christmas trees, composting food waste, and managing electronic waste.

Ohio's Governor DeWine signed Senate Bill 109, enhancing the State Medical Board's ability to address sexual misconduct by healthcare professionals, including stricter reporting and suspension rules.

The article discusses the Ohio Department of Commerce’s warning on the importance of safely storing cannabis to prevent accidental ingestion by children, especially during the holidays.

The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services warns SNAP recipients about increased skimming fraud, provides tips, and offers a process for requesting replacement funds.

CCS Pathway Express took students to the Columbus Zoo for a STEM-focused excursion. The excursion integrated hands-on activities, literacy, and community engagement while ensuring inclusivity through free transportation and language interpreters.