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Velvet Ice Cream launches exclusive Star Spangled Swirl treat

Velvet Ice Cream launches exclusive Star Spangled Swirl treat

Velvet Ice Cream is celebrating America's 250th birthday with a new Star Spangled Swirl flavor at the 2026 Ohio State Fair and Ye Olde Mill.
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Vinton County case exposes strains on Ohio child welfare system

Vinton County case exposes strains on Ohio child welfare system

The rescue of 16 children in Vinton County is shining a light on Ohio's child welfare system. Here is a guide to the basics.
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Amy Acton says new data centers must pay for utilities, use union labor

Amy Acton says new data centers must pay for utilities, use union labor

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton wants to ban new data centers if they don't meet certain criteria, including paying their utility costs.
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Ohio State Fair Introduces New and Inventive Food Offerings for 2026

Ohio State Fair Introduces New and Inventive Food Offerings for 2026

Ohio State Fair Introduces New and Inventive Food Offerings for 2026
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Rides to take over the midway at Ohio State Fair. Here's the schedule

Rides to take over the midway at Ohio State Fair. Here's the schedule

Heading to the 2026 Ohio State Fair? Here is the schedule for midway rides and how to save on advance wristbands.
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Ohio State Fair to crack down on teen takeovers, increase parking surveillance

Ohio State Fair to crack down on teen takeovers, increase parking surveillance

From chaperone rules to parking tips, here is how the Ohio State Fair is prioritizing safety for all visitors.
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Ohio Lawmakers Propose Bills to Address Rising Electric Costs

Ohio Lawmakers Propose Bills to Address Rising Electric Costs

Ohio lawmakers have introduced state and federal bills aimed at capping rising energy costs for consumers. State Rep. Desiree Tims introduced House Bill 970 to prevent the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) from approving new rate increases for a year. U.S. Sen. Jon Husted introduced the Ratepayer Protection Act, which would require states to consider new standards for connecting large projects like data centers to the grid. The bills respond to concerns about high electric costs linked to increased demand from data centers.
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Anduril Industries Unveils First Ohio-Built Autonomous Drone for U.S. Air Force

Anduril Industries Unveils First Ohio-Built Autonomous Drone for U.S. Air Force

Anduril Industries Unveils First Ohio-Built Autonomous Drone for U.S. Air Force
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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine Highlights Anduril's Drone Production as Economic Boost

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine Highlights Anduril's Drone Production as Economic Boost

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine Highlights Anduril's Drone Production as Economic Boost
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OSU revokes fraternity for 10 years after student hospitalized in March

OSU revokes fraternity for 10 years after student hospitalized in March

Ohio State University revoked a fraternity's status July 23 following an incident in March where a student was hospitalized.
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What's your level of storm damage? Here's how to report it

What's your level of storm damage? Here's how to report it

Hamilton County continues to assess damage from the July 17 storm that flooded streets, homes and business and caused one death.
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National Weather Service confirms 9 Ohio tornadoes. See where

National Weather Service confirms 9 Ohio tornadoes. See where

Ohio has nine confirmed tornadoes across Ohio after heavy thunderstorms from July 21 brought severe weather to the state.