Upper Arlington is celebrating America's 250th anniversary with local events, flag-raisings, and an interactive historical map, involving community contributions to honor the nation's history.

New council members were sworn into the Upper Arlington City Council for 2026-2030, with the event featuring the Ephesus Pathfinder Club Drum Corps and the selection of new council leadership.

Ohio's Attorney General rejected a petition summary for a referendum on Senate Bill 56, citing it could mislead voters about the cannabis law's implications.

Ohio officials, including Governor DeWine and Lt. Governor Tressel, have launched a seatbelt safety campaign using Ohio Stadium's image to demonstrate the importance of seatbelts, which have saved 375,000 lives since 1975.

The Ohio Supreme Court suspended former Judge Leslie Celebrezze for two years, with one year stayed, for violating judicial procedures by self-assigning cases and recommending her friend and love interest for roles.

Ohio Channel's "Seats of Justice" series features Van Wert County's courthouse, highlighting its history and architecture ahead of America's 250th birthday.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine proposes repurposing the closed Urbana University campus for a new U.S. Coast Guard training facility, citing its existing infrastructure and strategic location.

Marion City Hall will close for MLK Day on January 19, but essential services such as sanitation, police, fire, and public transit will continue operating.

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.

Columbus City Schools is expanding opportunities for local and disadvantaged businesses, with an LEDE vendor spending of $41.5M and an initiative for 20% local participation.

Ohio announces a $97.2 million investment in 39 roadway safety projects across 27 counties to reduce road fatalities and injuries, with ODOT leading the strategic, data-driven initiatives.

Union Police celebrated Officer Murphy and K9 Ghost's graduation from a 12-week K9 Certification Academy, with skills in patrol duties and narcotics detection.

Holiday celebrations increase emergency calls, as noted by the Washington Township Fire Department's Facebook post, which highlighted December's high EMS volume and thanked the community.