6 August

Heath City Council Rejects M/I Homes Development Proposal After Resident Opposition

After months of debate and public input, the Heath City Council has unanimously rejected a proposal from M/I Homes that would have altered development plans for a residential subdivision, a decision many residents applauded during this week’s meeting. The proposal would have modified conditions tied to a planned housing development, but council members said approving the request would have been …

6 August

Eight New Homes Planned for Shelby as Housing Development Moves Forward

A new residential development is taking shape in Shelby after plans were approved for the construction of eight new single-family homes. City officials say the project will help address continued demand for housing while expanding residential options within the community. The development is expected to add new tax base, attract additional families and support long-term growth in the northern portion …

6 August

Richland County Sheriff’s Office Warns Public About Jury Duty Scam

The Richland County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a phone scam in which callers falsely claim victims have missed jury duty and must immediately pay a fine to avoid arrest. According to the Sheriff’s Office, scammers are posing as deputies or court officials and telling residents they failed to appear for jury service. The callers often demand payment through …

6 August

UK won’t intervene in Paramount’s $81 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery

British regulators on Thursday gave Paramount the greenlight for its $81 billion takeover of Warner Bros

5 August

Two Columbus Men Arrested After Theft of 27 Firearms from Fin Feather Fur

Two Columbus men have been arrested after authorities say they burglarized the Fin Feather Fur Outfitters store east of Ashland, stealing dozens of firearms before being captured following a traffic stop on Interstate 71. According to the Ashland County Sheriff’s Office dispatch report, deputies were called to the sporting goods retailer at 652 U.S. Route 250 East at approximately 1:39 …

5 August

MVNU Launches New Master of Arts in Education Program for Licensed Teachers

Mount Vernon Nazarene University is introducing a new graduate program designed to help licensed teachers advance their careers while building on the professional learning they’ve already completed. The university announced this week that its new Master of Arts in Education in Curriculum and Instruction will welcome its first cohort beginning in October 2026. The program is designed for working educators …

5 August

Ground Broken on New Mount Vernon Police Station Designed for Future Growth

After years of planning and design, construction has officially begun on Mount Vernon’s new police station. City officials, members of the Mount Vernon Police Department, City Council and project partners gathered Tuesday afternoon to celebrate the groundbreaking of the new facility, which city leaders say represents one of the largest public safety investments in Mount Vernon’s history. Mayor Matt Starr …

5 August