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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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Anduril's first 'Fury' combat drone rolls in at central Ohio facility

Anduril's first 'Fury' combat drone rolls in at central Ohio facility

The celebration was to thank employees and their families and tout the manufacturing prowess of the first-ever Fury, built in about four months.
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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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Cincinnati Public Schools Proposes Earned Income Tax Levy to Address Budget Deficit

Cincinnati Public Schools Proposes Earned Income Tax Levy to Address Budget Deficit

Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) is proposing a 0.75% earned income tax levy to be placed on the November ballot. This marks the first time CPS is considering an income tax instead of a traditional property tax levy. The measure aims to generate approximately $74 million annually to address rising costs and a projected $58.6 million budget deficit. The levy would apply to residents' wages and salaries, excluding retirement and investment income. The proposal seeks to shift the tax burden from retirees and property owners to working residents within the district.
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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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Anduril Industries Launches First Military Drone from Ohio Facility

Anduril Industries Launches First Military Drone from Ohio Facility

Anduril Industries Launches First Military Drone from Ohio Facility
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Columbus' Somali community rallies in response to fraud allegations

Columbus' Somali community rallies in response to fraud allegations

With signs reading "Due Process for All" and "A Few Do Not Represent an Entire Community," Somali community members spoke out.
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Gallia County records reveal new details about Siders kids' school enrollment | Exclusive

Gallia County records reveal new details about Siders kids' school enrollment | Exclusive

Records show the Siders children were enrolled in the local school district in Gallia County.
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Rep. Robert Latta's Stock Purchase Highlights Congressional Trading Practices

Rep. Robert Latta's Stock Purchase Highlights Congressional Trading Practices

Representative Robert Latta of Ohio has made a recent purchase of stock in Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, valued between $1,001 and $15,000. This transaction, dated July 20, 2026, was filed on July 24, 2026. The stock is currently trading at $30.95, down 0.58%. The purchase is part of a broader pattern of congressional transactions, which are required to be disclosed under the STOCK Act. This law, enacted in 2012, aims to prevent insider trading by members of Congress by mandating timely disclosure of stock transactions.
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Data Center Coalition Launches Ad Campaign in Oregon Amid Legislative Scrutiny

Data Center Coalition Launches Ad Campaign in Oregon Amid Legislative Scrutiny

The Data Center Coalition, an industry group supported by major tech companies, has initiated an advertising campaign in Oregon and six other states to improve public perception of data centers. This move comes as Oregon legislators imposed a one-year pause on a tax incentive program for data centers. The ads, funded by Oregon Connects, aim to counter criticisms regarding the environmental and economic impact of data centers, emphasizing their role in innovation and clean energy investment. Similar campaigns are running in states like Indiana, Ohio, and North Carolina, as local governments increasingly scrutinize data center growth and its implications.
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Edelson Lechtzin LLP Investigates Wildwood Surgical Center Data Breach

Edelson Lechtzin LLP Investigates Wildwood Surgical Center Data Breach

Edelson Lechtzin LLP, a national class action law firm, is investigating a data breach at Wildwood Surgical Center in Toledo, Ohio. The breach, discovered in June 2025, involved unauthorized access to personal data, including names, Social Security numbers, and medical information. Notification letters were sent to affected individuals in July 2026. The breach has raised concerns about identity theft and fraud, prompting the law firm to offer free case evaluations to those impacted. The investigation aims to explore legal remedies for individuals whose sensitive data may have been compromised.
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Nvidia in talks to guarantee $250 billion for mega Ohio data center, WSJ reports

Nvidia in talks to guarantee $250 billion for mega Ohio data center, WSJ reports

Nvidia is in talks to provide roughly $250 billion in financing for OpenAI as part of a massive Ohio data center, The Wall Street Journal reported.