The ODNR is emphasizing cold water safety in Ohio, encouraging preparation and the use of life jackets and appropriate clothing to prevent hypothermia and accidents.

The Ohio House passed House Bill 660, allowing universities to pay student-athletes and updating the state's NIL law following Governor DeWine's order.

Governor Mike DeWine of Ohio signed House Bill 432 into law, updating educational policies, including career-technical education, STEM excellence, and student data privacy.

The closed Fort Rapids Indoor Water Park Resort in East Columbus is now managed by New Perspective Asset Management, which handles legal issues and potential redevelopment plans.

The City of Upper Arlington is hiring for over 300 seasonal and part-time positions in its Parks & Recreation Department. It offers competitive wages, training, and benefits like retirement participation.

The City of Worthington has announced December 9 as the last day for curbside leaf collection, reminding residents to rake leaves to the curb by that morning.

The Ohio House passed House Bill 688 to establish "Speaker Jo Ann Davidson Day" on her birthday, September 28, to honor the state's first female House Speaker.

The Reynoldsburg City Schools district is facing an $8.5 million budget shortfall, leading to proposed cuts including a hiring freeze, reduced utility usage, and eliminating extracurricular activities.

Ohio AG Dave Yost allocated $1 million for local government grants to clean up illegal dump sites and fund preventive measures under the “Shine a Light on Dumpers” campaign.

The Ohio House has passed House Bill 296 to increase employer contributions to the police and fire pension fund, ensuring financial stability for first responders.

State auditors found financial irregularities in Clinton Township vacation payouts, leading to recoveries of $9,242; a retired administrator and a fiscal officer face liability.

The Ohio State Auditor's report reveals a loss of $5,804 in Jefferson Township due to fraudulent checks caused by the former fiscal officer's failure to reconcile bank accounts.

The Ohio House passed bills to rename local highways in honor of community heroes and to create the Ohio River Commission to promote economic development.