Leaders wanted the new Northwest Territory to be a civilized place where residents could live and prosper in peace. There was concern that this vast tract, larger even than the land of the original 13 states, could be overrun by lawless clans, traders, and speculators. The solution was the ...
Ohio’s Redistricting Commission is, again, gearing up to redraw the state’s congressional map — ahead of the 2026 elections; and meant to stand for the next three elections. Voters already voiced their preference against one proposed redistricting reform measure last year. Gov. Mike DeWine’s idea for a different model has also been ignored. And so we are back where we started — recall that the redistricting commission essentially refused to do its job last time it was asked, caring little for the obviousness of their intent. First, of course, the Republican ...
Marietta-area residents look forward each summer to the annual Harmar Days Festival, and this year’s event is no exception. The three-day celebration and fundraiser allows attendees to not just enjoy the food, vendors and entertainment, but to support an important cause. Harmar Days is the primary fundraising event for the Historic Harmar Bridge Company, which uses the money for bridge maintenance, rail car preservation, park improvements and grant applications. The effort is paying off, as last year the organization received a $950,000 Transportation Alternatives Program grant ...
It’s not a subject most people want to dwell on, but Ohioans are fortunate some did a great deal of thinking about how best to help those who are struggling and in crisis — perhaps even having thoughts of suicide. When the 988 Lifeline was established, it was meant to give those experiencing a mental health or addiction crisis somewhere to turn — somewhere to get much-needed support. Since its establishment in July 2022, it has received 592,294 contacts, according to a report by the Ohio Capital Journal. People can reach out through calls, chats or texts, according to the Ohio ...
Most of us have run into a situation in the workplace where a little more tech knowledge — or maybe even a significant amount of training — could make a world of difference in our ability to do our jobs and better work toward our employers’ goals. But getting that training takes time and money. Fortunately, there is a state program aiming to do something about at least one of those factors. Ohio’s TechCred program awards employers funding to help their employees gain new skills. In May, the program awarded a record more than $9.9 million in funding to 622 employers. That money ...
Kudos to Marietta City Council and member, Harley Noland for taking the issue of brine disposal in Washington County seriously. A public meeting attended by 150 residents of Washington County was held by the Buckeye Environmental Network at Warren High School on July 17, 2025. The organizers shared information on class II injection wells, which store the toxic wastewater produced by hydrauclic fracturing or fracking. Wells in Washington County are used extensively to store the waste from oil and gas operations, putting local water wells at risk. Analysis by the Ohio Department of ...
