Tropical Smoothie Café to open Tiffin location in spring 2026
A Tropical Smoothie Café is planned for West Market Street in Tiffin, opening in spring 2026.
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What are the statuses of Ohio’s education bills in the legislature?
Several Ohio education bills advancing at the Statehouse would bring religious displays, anti-abortion videos, and new social curricula into public schools.
What a fracking-waste dispute says about Ohio’s energy double standard
Opponents say Ohio law gives communities little power to stop new fracking waste injection wells, even as the state allows local governments to block solar and wind projects.
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost rejects proposed referendum trying to overturn new marijuana law
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost rejected ballot language for a referendum to overturn changes to the state’s marijuana law, delaying signature collection efforts.
Federal funds for rural health on the way to Ohio, but not enough to offset cuts, advocates say
Ohio will receive $202 million to address rural health care access and hospital closures, but lawmakers and advocates warn the funding won’t offset deep Medicaid cuts.
In the wake of ICE shooting, protests in Ohio, preparation for more raids
Large protests erupted across Ohio after a fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis, as advocates organize responses to enforcement actions and parents warn of trauma near schools.
Texas-based company approved to frack more than 170 acres of wildlife area in eastern Ohio
Ohio regulators approved a fracking lease at Leesville Wildlife Area and advanced more public lands for bidding, despite strong public opposition and environmental concerns.
Downtown Tiffin announces 11th annual St. Paddy’s Day 5K Run/Walk
The 11th annual Downtown Tiffin St. Paddy’s Day 5K Run/Walk returns March 14, 2026, supporting downtown revitalization programs.
In Ohio, 75 out of 88 counties are mental health shortage areas, according to new study
A new study shows 75 of Ohio’s 88 counties lack adequate mental health providers, leaving families facing long waits, workforce shortages, and barriers to care for children.
Ohio Supreme Court hears case impacting standard used to inspect rental homes and properties
The Ohio Supreme Court is considering whether cities can inspect rental homes without evidence of violations, a case with major implications for tenant rights and landlord protections statewide.
‘Disappointing’: Ohio’s science of reading switch not yet bringing results
Ohio’s effort to boost reading scores through the science of reading has yet to deliver statewide gains, with officials urging patience as schools complete the transition.
The Ohio public pays the price for Big Tech’s data centers
As Big Tech expands AI data centers, Ohio and the nation face higher energy bills, strained power grids, and growing climate and consumer costs, according to new reporting.
Ohio Sen. Jon Husted promotes D.C. businesses in Ohio TV ad
An ad featuring Ohio Sen. Jon Husted urging support for small businesses aired on Ohio TV stations while showcasing businesses based in Washington, D.C.
ICE detained more than 280 people in the central Ohio area during one week in December
More than 280 people were detained by ICE in central Ohio during a December enforcement surge, prompting concern from immigrant advocates and lawmakers over safety, racial profiling, and jail overcrowding.
In wake of Minnesota shooting, questions persist about violent ICE agents in Ohio
As protests erupt over a fatal ICE shooting in Minnesota, advocates in Ohio question federal officials’ silence on serious misconduct allegations involving ICE officers in the state.
Ohio appeals court sends lawsuit related to abortion ban back to trial court
An Ohio appeals court refused to fully undo the state’s 2019 abortion law, but left intact a ruling that permanently struck down Ohio’s six-week abortion ban after voters approved reproductive rights.
Measles cases reported in Cuyahoga County, Ohio health director urges vaccination
Ohio health officials confirmed three unvaccinated children in Cuyahoga County have measles, warning that declining vaccination rates raise the risk of wider outbreaks.
Ohio spends billions to create jobs. Economists say the lack of jobs is making people leave
Ohio is projected to lose 675,000 residents by 2050, with economists citing weak job growth despite billions in tax breaks and incentives promoted by Republican state leaders.
Ohio Democratic ticket of Amy Acton and David Pepper hold affordability roundtable
Ohio Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton and running mate David Pepper made their first joint appearance in Bexley, focusing on housing costs, affordability, and criticism of gerrymandered state politics.
Ohio utility corruption defendants to SCOTUS: Bribes are free speech
Two men convicted in Ohio’s HB 6 utility corruption scandal are asking the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn their convictions, a move that could reshape how political bribery is prosecuted nationwide.
