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Ohio could close or convert struggling schools. CCS says that's a bad idea

Ohio could close or convert struggling schools. CCS says that's a bad idea

Columbus City Schools is speaking out about proposed changes Ohio that could close as many as 15 schools or convert them to charter schools.
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Dolly Parton has an Ohio license plate. Here's how to get one

Dolly Parton has an Ohio license plate. Here's how to get one

Ohio drivers can honor Dolly Parton's legacy with an official specialty license plate that supports her Imagination Library. Here's how to get one.
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Cries of 'ambush' in Whitehall are nothing but a witch hunt | Letters

Cries of 'ambush' in Whitehall are nothing but a witch hunt | Letters

Letters: Where's the plot? The people who take care of us. Fighting prejudice with more prejudice.
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New Ohio poll reveals top concerns for voters in 2026

New Ohio poll reveals top concerns for voters in 2026

Most Ohio voters say child care affordability is a problem and could influence their vote in the 2026 governor's race, a new poll shows.
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Urban Meyer disagrees with Kyle Whittingham on Ohio State-Michigan rivalry

Urban Meyer disagrees with Kyle Whittingham on Ohio State-Michigan rivalry

Former Ohio State coach Urban Meyer thinks hatred is necessary to succeed in the Ohio State-Michigan rivalry, unlike Kyle Whittingham's stance.
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1 dead, 1 hospitalized after head-on crash in Prairie Township

1 dead, 1 hospitalized after head-on crash in Prairie Township

The driver of a southbound Ford Escape went into the northbound lanes and crashed head on into a Chevy Silverado, according to the sheriff's office.
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Kindergarten is the 'new first grade.' New Ohio gets it right. I should know | Letter

Kindergarten is the 'new first grade.' New Ohio gets it right. I should know | Letter

Letter: Younger kids won't be damaged by one more year of preschool.
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Ohio deer season nears, and some hunting seasons start Sept. 1

Ohio deer season nears, and some hunting seasons start Sept. 1

Deer hunters, your time is almost here. Several hunting seasons in Ohio start in September. Check out the dates.
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Ohio State's 'mini-squads' helped Buckeyes build chemistry fast this summer

Ohio State's 'mini-squads' helped Buckeyes build chemistry fast this summer

Ohio State football had 51 new players join the program this offseason. How the Buckeyes' new captains helped connect the team this summer.
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'Our grief is not raw material' for Husted Senate ad, family says in call for removal

'Our grief is not raw material' for Husted Senate ad, family says in call for removal

A central Ohio family who died in a fiery car crash is front and center in an Ohio Senate race ad − and their relatives want it taken down.
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Columbus Schools teacher union files grievance over insurance 'disaster'

Columbus Schools teacher union files grievance over insurance 'disaster'

The district teacher union filed a grievance over Columbus City School's "preventable" bad deal with an insurance consultant that cost them millions.
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Watterson's Michael Boyle wins World wrestling championship

Watterson's Michael Boyle wins World wrestling championship

Watterson's Michael Boyle won the 97-kilogram title at the U20 World Championships, continuing a run of dominance for the Ohio State commit.