Seneca County advances mental health levy for Nov. 3 ballot
The unanimous vote triggers a required necessity declaration under Ohio law before the four-county behavioral health board's existing 0.7-mill rate can go to voters.
Mental Health
Increased mental health demands extend to Ohio medical professionals
Ohio faces rising mental health demand and provider shortages, while health systems expand support for nurses and doctors amid burnout and Medicaid cuts.
Youth mental health barriers still prevalent in Ohio, studies show
Ohio children struggle to access mental health care as 75 of 88 counties face provider shortages. New data shows 250 youth suicides in 2023, prompting legislative action through House Bill 7 to expand early childhood mental health services.
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.
Candlelight vigil planned for victims of Huss Street murder-suicide
A Sunday evening vigil at the East Green Amphitheater will honor the victims of the Huss Street murder–suicide that left four dead, as Tiffin leaders call for community support and healing.
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Police: Husband killed 2 children, another man before taking his own life in Tiffin murder-suicide
Tiffin police say Ryan Eagon fatally shot two children and 29-year-old Dustin Willey during a domestic-related incident on Huss Street before taking his own life. Investigators released new details Thursday as the murder–suicide investigation continues.
4 dead, including 2 children, in Tiffin murder-suicide
Four people — two men and two children — were killed in a murder-suicide Wednesday evening on Huss Street in Tiffin, according to police. Authorities say the investigation is ongoing and identities have not yet been released.
