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Husted-backed HALT Fentanyl Act becomes law to address trafficking

By J. M. Stjohn | Jul 16, 2025

A bill supported by Senator Jon Husted aimed at addressing fentanyl trafficking has been signed into law.

Husted and Moreno announce $25 million federal grant for Alum Creek Drive expansion

By C. D. Burns | Jul 16, 2025

Ohio officials have announced that Franklin County will receive $25 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s BUILD grant program to support improvements to Alum Creek Drive.

Gov. DeWine: 'New OhioSEE program will help ensure more kids with vision problems get support'

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 15, 2025

Mike DeWine, Governor of Ohio, announced a new $10 million initiative aimed at providing comprehensive vision care and glasses for students who fail school screenings.

Ohio man pleads guilty to bribery for smuggling contraband into state prison

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 15, 2025

James P. Jackson, a 39-year-old from Niles, Ohio, has admitted to accepting a bribe to smuggle contraband into the Trumbull Correctional Institution (TCI) in Leavittsburg.

Bowling Green football secures top MAC transfer class for 2025 season

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 14, 2025

Bowling Green State University Football has achieved the top transfer class ranking in the Mid-American Conference for the 2025 season, as reported by 247Sports.

Ohio doctor pleads guilty to Medicare fraud scheme

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 14, 2025

Mohammed Ahmad, a 38-year-old physician from Avon, Ohio, has admitted to his involvement in a scheme involving durable medical equipment (DME) that resulted in improper Medicare billing.

Impact of stripped-down 'Big Beautiful Bill' on national and Ohio gun owners

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 14, 2025

For a brief period, it seemed that Congress might secure a significant victory for gun owners in the United States.

Kayla Scott named organization director for Ohio Farm Bureau

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 14, 2025

Kayla Scott of Mineral City has been appointed as the organization director for the Ohio Farm Bureau.

Macie Elzinga wins Michigan Women's Amateur Championship representing BGSU

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 14, 2025

Macie Elzinga, a member of the Bowling Green State University (BGSU) women's golf team, secured victory at the 109th Michigan Women's Amateur Championship.

How many H-1B petitions were made by Ohio employers during 2024?

By H. D. Hanna | Jul 14, 2025

In 2024, 6,622 H-1B petitions were filed by employers located in Ohio, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employers Data Hub.

VA provides 9.7% fewer home purchase loans in Ohio in Q1

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 14, 2025

There were 2,123 VA home purchases in Ohio in the first quarter of the VA's fiscal year 2025, totaling $626.2 million in loans, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Buckeye Institute helps secure $18K tax refund for South Carolina resident

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 14, 2025

Columbus, OH – The Buckeye Institute has successfully secured a tax refund exceeding $18,000 for Anthony Alfieri, a resident of South Carolina, from the city of Cleveland.

Former caregiver indicted on rape charges involving elderly residents

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 14, 2025

A former caregiver at a retirement community in Conneaut, Ohio, has been indicted on charges of rape involving elderly residents.

Ohio invests $137.5 million in statewide traffic safety projects

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 14, 2025

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, alongside Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Director Pamela Boratyn, has announced a $137.5 million investment in traffic safety projects across the state.

Ohio Department of Agriculture seeks public input on Crites Farms permit renewal

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 13, 2025

The Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) has issued a draft Permit to Operate (PTO) for Crites Farms, located at 1660 Glenburg Road, Bryan, Ohio.

Ohio Department of Agriculture renews AJ Evers & Sons' operating permit

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 13, 2025

The Ohio Department of Agriculture has renewed the final Permit to Operate for AJ Evers & Sons.

Ohio: Veterinary companies were the second most FDA inspected companies in Ohio in Q2

By S. C. Rouse | Jul 12, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted nine inspections at nine Veterinary companies from Ohio in the second quarter of 2025.

Ohio ranks 13th in total VA home loans during Q1

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 11, 2025

Ohio ranked 13th in the nation in VA home loans in the first quarter of 2025, with 4,542 loans issued, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.