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October 2026

362 articles

Oct 17, 2026

Government · Fulton County

Fulton County Commissioners Back $4.764 Million Property Tax Reduction for 2027

Community · Defiance County

Defiance CIC updates: director search narrows, Hicksville housing amendment weighed

Events · Crawford County

Colonel Crawford hosts Thunder in the Thicket marching band festival at H.S. Gray Field

Oct 16, 2026

Government · Statewide

Ohio Education Bulletin Notes Foster Care Training, After School Grant

Government · Statewide

Ohio bulletin: bullying prevention focus, after-school grant webinar for justice-involved youth

Government · Statewide

Ohio Pupil Transportation Office: DRIVES T-1 Ridership Report Has No Auto-Save

Government · Cincinnati

Cincinnati Public Schools makes case for 7-mill operating levy on Nov. 3 ballot

Community · Cincinnati

Cincinnati agencies detail July 2026 flood response; $773K disbursed, 835 applications approved

Community · Columbus

Columbus bulletin lists late-October volunteer shifts after 1,100 kits packed

Community · Paulding County

Paulding Land Bank Weighs Solar Lease Revenue for Economic Development

Government · Statewide

Ohio Seeks Comment on Revision of Model Student Acceleration Policy for Advanced Learners

Events · Statewide

Ohio Farm to School Month Bulletin Highlights West Branch, FACCES Programs

Government · Statewide

Ohio Math Achievement Plans Effective 2026–2027; Spring 2027 Test to Determine Requirements

Government · Statewide

Correction: Purple Star USA Convening Set for Thursday, Oct. 22

Business · Pickaway County

Marshalls sets Oct. 29 grand opening at Circleville Plaza; about 60 jobs planned

Community · Paulding County

Museum opens presale for reprint of scarce 1882 Paulding County history

Community · Miami County

Miami County selects Garmann Miller for new animal shelter project

Community · Marion County

Marion County weekend forecast: frost early Sunday, highs near 53 and 61

Community · Richland County

Redneck Ranch in Butler under new owners; mini ramp jam set for Oct. 16-18

Government · Statewide

EMIS Newsflash for Oct. 16, 2026 lists five FY27 collection requests

Community · Statewide

BLS: September inflation reaches 3.7% as energy costs surge

Community · Statewide

Report: Ohio led U.S. in homeownership affordability decline from 2020 to 2025

Community · Cleveland

Signal Cleveland quiz pairs Irishtown Bend history with City Council, campaign, CMSD audit topics

Events · Cleveland

Cleveland Haunt Club draws thousands, supports Northeast Ohio Halloween displays

Roads & Services · Montgomery County

Semi crash on I-70 in Montgomery County leaves right lane closed, WHIO reports

Community · Montgomery County

Hundreds of vehicles fill Montgomery County Fairgrounds for food distribution

Community · Clinton County

Clinton County Veterans Day service set for Nov. 11; Post 49 plans awards, anthem, 11 a.m. closing

Oct 15, 2026

Government · Williams County

Williams County Commissioners Honor Terry Rummel Ahead of Retirement at Oct. 13 Meeting

Government · Williams County

Williams County Commissioners Advance Pulaski Township Road, Alley Vacation Request

Business · Richland County

Richland County Land Bank Weighs Demolition of Vacant Shelby Building Next to Milk & Honey

Government · Statewide

Ohio Data Network October Agenda Covers Assessment Item Development

Government · Statewide

Ohio Department of Education and Workforce Shares Test Security Reminders, Report Card Gains

Government · Cincinnati

Ohio data center tax-break bill drew 534 lobbying registrations before stalling, records show

Roads & Services · Fulton County

Fulton County: Road 14 closure between Road L and Road M set for Oct. 19

Community · Cleveland

CMSD CEO Morgan defends Building Brighter Futures, cites 83.1% graduation rate in State of the Schools address

Courts & Safety · Logan County

Logan County sheriff asks for tips to identify man in counterfeit currency investigation

Community · Allen County

Mercy Health says United Healthcare contract ends Dec. 31; patients could lose access Jan. 1, 2027

Courts & Safety · Warren County

Warren County Veterans Honor Court credited with helping veteran rebuild after felony conviction

Community · Pike County

Officials outline Portsmouth site redevelopment, data center plans

Community · Statewide

Social Security COLA set at 3.6% for 2027, agency says

Government · Statewide

Ohio Bulletin Covers Bullying Prevention, Homeless Student Trainings, NAEHCY Conference

Government · Statewide

Ohio Purple Star Milestone Approaching; Fall Deadlines Set for Student Programs

Government · Statewide

Ohio Education Department bulletin lists Oct. 27 blood drive, Oct. 20 webinar, FSA and charity deadlines

Government · Statewide

Ohio releases 2026 special education ratings; appeals due Oct. 30, webinar set for Oct. 21

Government · Clark County

Highway Hikers' 48th Christmas Toy Run Set for Oct. 18 in Clark County

Community · Hamilton County

Ohio Health Officials Urge Flu Shots Before Halloween as 2026 Season Nears

Community · Fayette County

OneOhio awards $203,320 to Fayette County Community Action for jail peer recovery

Community · Crawford County

Bucyrus to honor former teacher Carl Rexroad with memorial tree planting

Community · Clinton County

Clinton County Auditor Opens Fourth Annual Kids' Coloring Contest for 2027 Dog License Season

Government · Butler County

Ohio Gas Tax Rollback Has Jan. 2 End Date as Pump Prices Stay Near $4

Government · Athens County

Athens finance panel reviews 2027 county property tax allocation, other budget items

Government · Statewide

Ohio EMIS Newsflash: FY27 Staff and Course (L) Collection v2 Posted; SDC Adds 2025-2026 Reports

Community · Stark County

Stark County car seat giveaway set for Dec. 4; appointments due Nov. 20

Events · Medina County

Off-duty officer alerts sleeping Brunswick family as Halloween decoration fire spreads

Community · Statewide

Ohio Capital Journal history recounts synagogue dedications as public occasions across Ohio

Community · Statewide

Cleveland State to Cover Tuition for Qualifying Ohio First-Year Students Under New Commitment

Community · Statewide

Ohio first-week early in-person voting surges; absentee ballot requests drop, secretary of state data show

Community · Athens County

WSAZ feature highlights Nelsonville’s Stuart’s Opera House and Hocking Valley Scenic Railway

Government · Montgomery County

Montgomery County Budget Commission approves $12.5M property tax cut

Community · Clinton County

Construction underway on 300-megawatt Yellow Wood Solar project in Clinton County, Ohio

Community · Auglaize County

Groundwork Ohio Hosts Auglaize County Roundtable on Childcare Access

Oct 14, 2026

Courts & Safety · Washington County

Washington County Sheriff's Office in Ohio opens sign-ups for second Citizens Academy class

Community · Morrow County

Chili Cookoff at Flying Squirrel Preserve raises funds for Morrow County Park District

Community · Mahoning County

Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County seeks feedback for five-year plan; session dates not specified in source

Roads & Services · Clark County

Clark County: Crabill Road Bridge 1032 Closure Runs Oct. 13–30, 2026

Government · Statewide

Ohio Farm to School Bulletin Covers 2027 Student Chef Showcase, Fall Food Show, Grants

Government · Statewide

Ohio After School FY28 Application Webinar Scheduled for Oct. 15

Government · Statewide

Ohio EdConnection: Purple Star Award webinar, K-5 math materials applications, and October deadlines

Community · Columbus

Columbus Bulletin Marks Week Two of Cybersecurity Awareness Month With Phishing Materials

Roads & Services · Mansfield

Mansfield closing East Townview Circle for water main repair, reopening targeted Oct. 21

Government · Fulton County

Fulton County Commissioners Seek Suspension of Parts of Two Levies, Trimming 2026 Tax Collections by $4.764M

Community · Darke County

DCCA Reports Kattam World-Music Program for Darke County Students in Grades 4–6

Community · Clinton County

Clinton County signs Operation Green Light proclamation; courthouse to go green Nov. 4-11

Government · Clinton County

Clinton County commissioners pass resolution honoring Alkermes for Job & Family Services support

Community · Columbus

Columbus bulletin: C.R.E.A.T.E. luncheon canceled; golf outing rescheduled to Oct. 25, 2026

Community · Warren County

Warren County Ohio House races center on school funding, housing costs

Community · Trumbull County

Niles Meeting to Gather Input on Trumbull County Growth Plans

Roads & Services · Shelby County

Shelby SWCD scrap tire drive collects over 800 tires in Anna

Events · Perry County

Four Perry County residents among seven 2026 Jenco Award recipients

Community · Marion County

Marion community event Oct. 20 to focus on behavioral health, addiction and developmental disabilities

Community · Mahoning County

Mahoning County to auction surplus vehicles, equipment online

Government · Statewide

Ohio EMIS CTE Final Correction Window Opens Oct. 22; Concentration Changes End Nov. 9

Roads & Services · Cleveland

GCRTA promotes $5 all-day transit for Guardians ALCS games Oct. 15-17

Community · Columbus

Columbus HR conference attendees urged to finish post-conference survey by Oct. 16

Community · Cincinnati

Artists refresh Black Lives Matter mural outside Cincinnati City Hall; work unveiled before Blink

Government · Warren County

Haines and Jacob seek Ohio Senate 7th District seat in 2026

Community · Morrow County

Morrow County property transfers: 20 sales recorded Sept. 23–Oct. 1, 2026

Community · Morgan County

Morgan County notices: guardianship hearings, road vacation viewing, sheriff's office renovation bids

Government · Logan County

Logan County receives Ohio Auditor of State Award for clean financial audit

Community · Defiance County

Defiance-area briefs: library committee, PERI candidates, council funds session, school board, veterans breakfast

Community · Statewide

Cincinnati Schools' Safe Sleep Lot Has Sheltered More Than 300 Since April Opening

Community · Mercer County

Rockford Church to Host Courtside Ministries Pastor at Oct. 18 Service

Government · Lucas County

Lucas County plans first tax certificate sale in 20 years, covering 407 properties

Government · Youngstown

Youngstown schedules West Federal Street closure Oct. 16 for Wear Red, Get Fed event

Government · Youngstown

Youngstown Peace Race to Close Multiple Streets Sunday, Oct. 18

Events · Youngstown

Youngstown Announces YSU Homecoming Parade Closures, Parking Restriction for Oct. 17

Oct 13, 2026

Roads & Services · Tuscarawas County

Barnhill Road bridge over U.S. Route 250 in Midvale closed for emergency repairs, ODOT says

Roads & Services · Tuscarawas County

ODOT closes Tuscarawas County bridge over U.S. 250 in Midvale after new beam cracking found

Community · Columbus

Columbus Blueprint Bulletin: Sanitary Lateral Lining Scheduled at 10 North Linden Addresses

Community · Columbus

Columbus posts recording, PowerPoint from Oct. 13, 2026 ROW Permitting quarterly meeting

Community · Columbus

Columbus 2027 Benefits Open Enrollment Opens Oct. 26; VSP, MetLife Take Over Jan. 1

Events · Athens County

Athens County pharmacist Sarah Adkins among seven 2026 Jenco Award honorees

Community · Ashland County

Ashland County Historical Society receives Ohio Local History Alliance outreach award

Community · Columbiana County

Columbiana County Career and Technical Center hosts 'Explore Your Future' tour with Rulli visit

Community · Columbus

Columbus Bulletin Highlights Smart Thermostat Discount, Peak-Demand Energy Program

Community · Columbus

Columbus Zone In Phase II Comment Period Ends Oct. 24

Roads & Services · Clark County

Clark County Water Main Flushing Scheduled for Green Meadows Through Oct. 30

Community · Lawrence County

Fire at under-construction Cabell County apartment building held to single third-floor room, dispatchers say

Community · Fayette County

Four years after announcement, Fayette County businesses weigh growth from $4.4B battery plant

Community · Darke County

Darke County Senior Center Sets Fall Cooking Demos, Ranch Trip, Concerts

Business · Clermont County

Clermont County says State Route 32 expansion is finished after final phase

Community · Cleveland

Cleveland flu and COVID-19 vaccine brief: eligibility, timing and where to go

Oct 12, 2026

Community · Crawford County

Crawford Park District Releases October Nature, Family, Volunteer Programs

Community · Carroll County

Deputy applies tourniquet, crews free man trapped in Ohio silo auger; weather grounds helicopter

Community · Clinton County

Clinton County Health District plans free Nov. 4 diabetes screening and education event

Community · Belmont County

St. Clairsville Kennel Club Dog Show returns to Belmont County with 300-plus dogs

Community · Auglaize County

State approves agricultural easement buys on Auglaize County farms

Courts & Safety · Allen County

Ohio BCI returns $15,300 to Allen County woman taken in 2024 crypto ATM tech-support scam

Government · Lakewood

Lakewood auctions retired street signs on GovDeals, opening bids at $25

Community · Marion County

Marion County forecast: Warm early week, midweek storms, Friday cooldown

Community · Licking County

National Trail Raceway near Hebron listed for sale as Darana exits racing business

Community · Knox County

Knox DD announces two staff received statewide awards at 2026 Synergy Ohio Conference

Community · Jackson County

Jackson County PERI Chapter No. 55 schedules Oct. 15 meeting with Base Camp Alpha founder

Government · Darke County

David Coons makes agriculture, family central to Darke County commissioner run

Community · Carroll County

Crews rescue person trapped in auger system at top of Carroll County farm silo

Events · Ashland County

Ashland County Historical Society sets Halloween House, History After Dark events

Government · Statewide

Ohio CACFP Bulletin: Oct. 15 Recertification, Dec. 15 Claims, Nov. 9 Procurement Rule Effective

Government · Statewide

Ohio opens FY26 final correction window for graduation and graduate cohort data

Community · Pike County

Pike County health district reports one confirmed measles case

Roads & Services · Champaign County

Champaign County road work: railroad crossing closure and lane restrictions on state routes

Community · Statewide

Study: Urban and rural hospital closures occurred at similar rates, with vulnerable communities hit hardest

Events · Statewide

Ohio University student project highlights Adena mounds near Athens for Indigenous Peoples' Day

Community · Cleveland

Cleveland air quality rules still unresolved; city passes on two charter school bids for closed buildings

Community · Cleveland

CMSD's 18 closed schools: city names redevelopment teams for nine as votes loom

Oct 11, 2026

Community · Medina County

Ohio measles tally reaches 231; Medina County records first 2026 case

Community · Crawford County

Bucyrus, Wynford music boosters plan tribute for Marshall McPeek amid sarcoma recovery

Community · Logan County

Troopers: two-vehicle crash on U.S. 33 in Logan County critically injures one driver

Community · Carroll County

Carroll County plants swamp white oak at Golden Age Retreat for America 250

Community · Allen County

Activate Allen County fall block party spotlights South Jackson Community Garden growth

Oct 10, 2026

Government · Williams County

Williams County Commissioners Approve Village of Edon Agreement for Hillside Country Living Water System

Government · Defiance County

Defiance County briefed on two proposed hog farms; Sherwood demolition bid awarded

Community · Darke County

Darke County opens regional fire training facility serving 21 departments

Government · Crawford County

Paid Ad: Wynford Local Schools 1.75% Income Tax Levy on Nov. 3 Ballot

Community · Allen County

Allen County land transfers: report text says Oct. 1-26, headline says Oct. 1-7

Community · Allen County

Allen County Democrats host 'Donuts with Dems' event on Ohio school funding

Community · Knox County

Knox County groups plan early voting push at nonpartisan No Kings event

Community · Butler County

Middletown pursues new Towne Mall developer after Midland Atlantic agreement expires

Roads & Services · Logan County

U.S. 33 shut in both directions in Logan County after early Saturday crash, patrol post says

Community · Scioto County

Stalled train blocked lone Green Township road for hours, residents say

Community · Lucas County

Lucas County Children Services starts work on task force's eight recommendations

Community · Knox County

Knox County CVB wins two RUBY Awards; 2026-2027 Adventure Guide tops Akron, Mansfield, Dayton

Oct 9, 2026

Community · Marion County

Marion County forecast: mild Saturday, Oct. 10, then rain and possible thunderstorms Sunday, Oct. 11

Community · Medina County

Medina County reports 1 confirmed, 1 probable measles case; Ohio tally 228 as of Oct. 8

Community · Lorain County

Lorain County Reviews Via LC Funding as Cities Weigh Contributions

Community · Licking County

Lynd Fruit Farm buys 74 acres in Licking County for $1.76 million

Community · Lawrence County

Lawrence County bloodhound El returns home after Friday morning search

Events · Fayette County

Fayette County Farmers Market set for Saturday with fall produce, vendor lineup

Government · Statewide

Ohio Pupil Transportation Office Sets Oct. 13 T-1 Training, Flags DRIVES Reporting Change

Government · Fulton County

Fulton County Senior Center Sets Nov. 6, 2026 Veterans Breakfast; Reservations Due Oct. 28

Roads & Services · Lakewood

Lakewood leaf collection scheduled to start Nov. 1, 2026

Community · Cleveland

Cleveland State announces free-tuition commitment for eligible Ohio students beginning fall 2027

Government · Cuyahoga County

Five Regional Agencies Launch Cuyahoga TOD Partnership, Brand and Website

Community · Warren County

Warren County tourism wins Ohio awards; MLS NEXT Cup set for 2027

Community · Mahoning County

Patrol says driver expected to be cited after Ellsworth Township rollover ends Mahoning County chase

Community · Marion County

Marion couple establishes agriculture scholarship at Marion Technical College

Courts & Safety · Crawford County

Crawford County man sentenced to three years on drug possession plea

Government · Statewide

Ohio EMIS Update Marks Oct. 9, 2026, as Final FY26 Finance Review Deadline

Government · Statewide

Ohio Education and Workforce update: Ohio Learn move Oct. 19, FSA enrollment, blood drive

Community · Columbus

Columbus bulletin marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month, launches snack drive for children at city office unit

Community · Cleveland

Cleveland holiday staycation guide offers four tips, from local hotel nights to midweek timing

Community · Cleveland

Signal Cleveland quiz previews local coverage and references West Side peninsula nickname

Community · Cleveland

Cleveland 311 data show 4,993 illegal dumping reports as council member raises concerns

Government · Cleveland

Kent State students target Rep. Heidi Workman over Senate Bill 1 support ahead of Oct. 23 canvass

Community · Cleveland

Cleveland’s Buckland Museum of Witchcraft and Magick marks 60 years

Community · Statewide

Ohio chronic absenteeism falls to 23.7% for 2025-26 but remains above pre-pandemic levels

Community · Williams County

MVPO Opens Regional Land Use Survey for Defiance, Paulding, Williams Counties

Community · Wood County

Grand Rapids, Ohio: Wood County river village draws crowds, marks 250th with mosaic

Community · Scioto County

Scioto County Commission approves $1 deal for 24-mile P-Vine rail line for trail project

Community · Lorain County

Lorain County Airport land sale planned as neighbors raise rural concerns

Community · Clinton County

Clinton County Hosts State Tourism Conference; Pie Auction Raises Nearly $1,500

Oct 8, 2026

Community · Columbus

Columbus bulletin: leaf conservation, 50+ basketball, art openings, fall events

Community · Logan County

Benjamin Logan Environmental Science Club marks 10th year

Courts & Safety · Darke County

Greenville facility reopens to offer emergency shelter, domestic violence services in Darke County

Community · Crawford County

Bucyrus, Wynford set for 50th Copper Kettle game as Redmen chase first series win since 1997

Courts & Safety · Clark County

Clark County court entries list eight civil cases, including breach-of-contract and foreclosure matters

Community · Clinton County

Clinton County jail earns Certified Jail status after state inspection finds full compliance

Government · Ashland County

Ohio's 90-Day Fuel Tax Holiday Underway; Ashland Officials Weigh $725M Road-Funding Cap

Government · Mansfield

Mansfield notice: Park Avenue East, Ashland Road segments to open Oct. 8 at 7 p.m.

Government · Dayton

Dayton to upgrade six splash pads, relocate one and add another under $3.4M contract

Government · Statewide

Ohio Opens November USDA Foods Order Window; Deadline Set for Oct. 23

Government · Lucas County

Lucas County earns SolSmart Bronze designation for solar permitting work

Events · Perry County

Perry County Board of DD Observes National Disability Employment Awareness Month

Community · Stark County

Stark County estate with ski lake, indoor pool set for Oct. 24 absolute auction

Community · Darke County

Tri-Village Tip-Off Classic to bring 20 teams, 10 games to Darke County

Community · Clinton County

Clinton County EMA urges fall tornado readiness as Ohio enters secondary severe weather period

Community · Clinton County

Wilmington College OT director speaks to Clinton County retired teachers about therapeutic riding camp

Roads & Services · Columbus

Columbus shifts trash collection for Oct. 12 Indigenous Peoples Day; recycling, yard waste unchanged

Government · Mansfield

Mansfield shuts East Fifth Street for water main work, reopening targeted for Oct. 16

Community · Cincinnati

Cincinnati placed in top 20% of large U.S. cities on Climate Resilience Index, city says

Community · Knox County

Field to Food Bank deer donations open Oct. 10-11; Knox County among drop-off sites

Community · Cleveland

Cleveland seniors face rising grocery costs and a shrinking food safety net, Signal Cleveland reports

Community · Cleveland

East Cleveland schools cut chronic absenteeism by 10 points using weekly data meetings and home visits

Community · Statewide

Scioto Analysis cost-benefit study ranks 90% renewable requirement above construction ban for Ohio data centers

Government · Cleveland

Cleveland seniors share budget grocery tips and meal, transportation resources

Business · Statewide

Bayer plans $2.2B pharmaceutical plant in New Albany, Ohio, with 600 permanent jobs

Community · Trumbull County

Trumbull County Commissioners Appoint Matthew Glidewell to Lead Job and Family Services

Community · Pike County

Federal lawmakers tour Centrus uranium enrichment site in Piketon

Community · Greene County

Historic Greene County racetrack listed in multi-property auction

Community · Gallia County

Huntington Beagle Club hosts AKC Gundog Brace National Championship in Gallia County

Community · Crawford County

Bucyrus Norton Park Receives $400,000 in State Capital Funding

Business · Crawford County

Ohio Mutual completes merger with Idaho's Gem State Insurance, adding nearly 13,000 policyholders

Oct 7, 2026

Community · Statewide

Columbus-area luxury sales: Franklin County tops $4M in September, Delaware County reaches $1.75M

Community · Williams County

Williams County Health Department Awarded $125,000 Drug-Free Communities Grant

Government · Washington County

Washington County 911 Levy Renewal Heads to November 3 Ballot

Community · Washington County

Washington County fifth graders learn farm skills at annual Farm City Day

Community · Trumbull County

Trumbull County farm stand tour scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 11

Community · Montgomery County

Montgomery County sheriff says missing 82-year-old Thomas Gudorf found safe

Government · Mahoning County

Mahoning County commissioners decline Clerk Ciccone's $100,000 request; $15,000 approved

Community · Henry County

Henry County Hospital, ProMedica plan management affiliation by end of October

Community · Hardin County

Hardin County educator Jami Dellifield receives national Distinguished Service Award

Community · Crawford County

Barricade Boys, West End vocal group, set for Bucyrus concert Oct. 15

Government · Clermont County

Pierce Township Residents Pack Zoning Meeting Over Data Center Concerns

Community · Athens County

Athens, Ohio police to let Flock camera contract lapse in 2027, chief says

Community · Columbus

Columbus Bulletin Announces Three-Week Phishing Awareness Program

Government · Pickaway County

Pickaway County Title Department to Offer Driver Exams in Circleville Under State Agreement

Community · Geauga County

Ohio seasonal daytime open burning ban began Oct. 1, county newspaper reports

Community · Athens County

Inclusive Sports Sampler for Athens County Youth Begins Oct. 13

Events · Allen County

Allen County Fair history includes canceled 1860 address, Delphos street fair and 1950 move

Community · Columbus

Columbus Compost Facility to close Monday, Oct. 12, for Indigenous Peoples'/Columbus Day

Government · Preble County

Preble County schedules Oct. 17 hazmat preparedness drill in West Alexandria and Eaton

Community · Columbus

Columbus annual event coordinator meeting set for Nov. 2 at Whetstone Park of Roses

Government · Ashland County

Ashland County page titled for homestead exemption shows only links, closed-survey notice

Community · Morgan County

Morgan County legal notices: guardianship hearings, flood revision, sheriff's office bids, property sales

Roads & Services · Preble County

Semi fire closes U.S. 127 near Preble County truck stop, WHIO reports

Courts & Safety · Montgomery County

Montgomery County initiative links students to career exploration stations

Community · Statewide

Ohio Bill 1014 Would Require Utility Credits for Long Power Outages

Community · Statewide

Ohio third grade reading proficiency edges up to 63% as science of reading mandate completes first full year

Government · Cleveland

Federal Education Freedom Tax Credit starts Jan. 1; Cleveland schools weigh whether to seek funds

Oct 6, 2026

Roads & Services · Youngstown

Youngstown Offers Free Leaf Bags, Curbside Collection Nov. 2–Dec. 4

Community · Marion County

Marion City Schools announces closure for Tuesday, Oct. 6, citing law enforcement situation

Courts & Safety · Darke County

Darke County tobacco shops searched by sheriff's office, task force

Community · Crawford County

Ohio Clocks Fall Back Nov. 1 as Permanent Time-Change Debate Continues

Government · Mansfield

Mansfield shuts off water on Reba Avenue for emergency water main repairs

Government · Statewide

Ohio Local Professional Development Committee Schedules Oct. 8 Public Meeting in Columbus

Events · Statewide

Ohio Farm to School Month Bulletin Highlights Cory-Rawson, Cleveland Child Care Programs

Government · Statewide

Oct. 6 EdConnection: Student Chef Showcase, K-12 facilities website, grant webinars

Community · Mercer County

Mercer County Cheap Gas Alert: $3.35 Regular Reported at Six Celina Stations

Government · Fayette County

Fayette County commissioners hear building, court, gas updates

Events · Crawford County

Bucyrus Halloween pub crawl set for Oct. 31, proceeds to aid three local causes

Community · Crawford County

AgCredit's Lutz outlines grain inventory loans, Ohio Ag Link rate program

Community · Columbus

Columbus playbook lists October luncheon, open enrollment and cleanup dates

Government · Statewide

Ohio EMIS Newsflash lists FY27 collection requests, sets October discipline training

Community · Columbus

Columbus HR Conference Attendees Asked to Complete Survey by October 16

Community · Trumbull County

Seventh annual Boomers and Beyond Senior Expo taking place Tuesday in Liberty Township

Community · Cleveland

Cleveland housing program widens outreach beyond encampments; HUD changes may challenge goal

Community · Cleveland

Signal Cleveland to add weekly photo quiz, starting with a neighborhood breakfast spot

Community · Cleveland

Ohio minimum wage to rise to $11.40 in 2027 under inflation adjustment

Government · Montgomery County

Montgomery County ADAMHS to run four-year, $12M federal STREETS grant

Government · Mahoning County

Mahoning County Budget Commission Begins Property Tax Review Under New State Law

Government · Defiance County

Defiance County commissioners briefed on OSU Extension, garden plots, youth fair sales

Community · Columbiana County

Columbiana County disabilities board sets Salem employer session on hiring workers with disabilities

Community · Auglaize County

Rest area north of Wapakoneta opens, promoting Ohio tourism and local attractions

Oct 5, 2026

Community · Preble County

Versiti schedules four Preble County blood drives in October

Community · Hamilton County

Hamilton County reports first 2026 West Nile virus case in Symmes Township resident

Community · Hancock County

Hancock County measles case prompts contact tracing, monitoring

Community · Crawford County

Crawford County forecast: dry, sunny workweek, mid-60s early then low 70s

Roads & Services · Athens County

Frum Road in Athens County to close Oct. 8 for culvert installation

Roads & Services · Mansfield

Mansfield extends Park Avenue East, Ashland Road closure for water main repairs until Oct. 14, 2026

Community · Columbus

Columbus Employee Fall Litter Cleanup Set for Oct. 23

Community · Columbus

Keep Columbus Beautiful bulletin lists Oct. 18 marathon recycling, Oct. 21 tree planting

Government · Statewide

Ohio DEW Community Schools Newsletter: Sponsor Ratings, EMIS Changes, Upcoming Deadlines

Government · Statewide

Ohio Opens Applications for K-5 Math Instructional Materials Recommended List

Community · Columbus

Columbus opens applications for 2027 New American Leadership Academy cohort

Community · Columbus

Columbus Blueprint Bulletin: No North Linden 1 Work Planned Week of Oct. 5, 2026

Community · Columbus

Columbus Zone In Phase II Public Comment Open Through Oct. 24

Community · Marion County

Marion County forecast: Mostly sunny and dry through Friday, with highs from 67 to 76 degrees

Government · Darke County

Darke County Republican Women's Club to Host Commissioner Candidate David Coons

Government · Crawford County

NCOESC consultant Kayla Heimann chosen for Ohio Space Grant Consortium STEM Ambassador Program

Community · Clinton County

Clinton County Elderly Services Program Helps Wilmington Resident Stay Independent as Levy Nears Expiration

Events · Cleveland

GCRTA sets Customer Experience Day outreach at six Cleveland-area transit spots for Oct. 6

Government · Statewide

Ohio Department of Education and Workforce Sets Oct. 12 Opening for FY26 Graduation Data Corrections

Government · Statewide

Ohio opens FY28 Nonpublic Data System federal reporting window; uploads begin Oct. 9

Community · Columbus

Columbus EBW October Wellness Calendar Includes Open Enrollment, Screenings, Fitness

Community · Columbus

Columbus Sets Web Accessibility Deadlines for Department Websites

Community · Belmont County

Wall That Heals ends four-day Belmont County run; organizers report 8,000-plus visitors

Community · Cleveland

Cleveland planning commission backs smaller St. Clair-Superior homes, airport garage, safety work

Community · Cleveland

Cleveland Community Police Commission to Seat Six or Seven New Members in January

Community · Cleveland

Cleveland Reports 52 Community Benefits Agreements, but Required Quarterly Compliance Reports Lag

Government · Statewide

Ohio gas tax suspension analysis weighs rebates, transit aid as alternatives

Community · Darke County

Darke County Senior Center Plans Elk Ranch Trip After Alpaca Farm Outing

Oct 4, 2026

Community · Stark County

Pilot has minor injuries after northern Ohio plane crash, WHIO TV reports

Community · Clark County

Greenon football defeats Cedarville 62-30 in Enon

Community · Williams County

Williams County Health Department Marks 2026 Community Health Assessment Release

Community · Washington County

Barlow Independent Fair's 155th edition closes Oct. 4 in Washington County

Government · Allen County

LaRose Talks State Auditor Bid, Absentee Voting During Lima Stop

Oct 3, 2026

Courts & Safety · Stark County

Ohio State Highway Patrol: Cessna 182A goes off landing path in Stark County; Idaho pilot hurt

Business · Butler County

PCA to close Middletown packaging plant; 91 layoffs expected, final day Dec. 1

Community · Ashland County

WRDL segment covers Ashland roundabout planning and OCC soccer title

Community · Vinton County

Vinton County church rebuilds after flood while continuing food pantry

Community · Montgomery County

Smalls, Sylvain compete for six-year Montgomery County Juvenile Court judgeship

Government · Defiance County

DeWine highlights H2Ohio wetlands in Toledo; Defiance, Fulton, Napoleon and Putnam County meetings and events on the calendar

Courts & Safety · Montgomery County

Ohio law makes possessing certain car-theft devices a felony

Events · Lawrence County

Lawrence County chamber hosts Manufacturing Day lunch for workers in South Point

Oct 2, 2026

Community · Defiance County

POWER Defiance County marks first year of 2025–28 health improvement plan

Community · Darke County

DAR chapter reports 75-plus visitors at Studabaker Schoolhouse open house in Darke County

Community · Crawford County

Heise Park restrooms in Galion closed after repeated vandalism, city says

Community · Clinton County

Clinton County Community Calendar: October Event Roundup

Community · Allen County

Activate Allen County reviews three-year health plan; report offers no outcome metrics

Government · Statewide

Ohio Opens Gifted Education Waiver Window for 2026-27 School Year

Community · Columbus

Columbus Employee Newsletter Highlights Zoning Outreach, Volunteer Pilot, Awards

Government · Clark County

Clark County, Ohio Completes Next Generation 911 Transition

Community · Richland County

Mansfield affordable housing developer advances in $31M state funding bid

Community · Marion County

Marion County forecast: dry, cooler weekend Oct. 3-4 with highs near 67 and 70

Government · Clinton County

Clinton County Health District seeks five-year levy renewal on Nov. 3 ballot

Government · Statewide

Treasury Issues Guidance for January Launch of Federal K-12 Scholarship Tax Credit Program

Roads & Services · Cleveland

GCRTA Promotes $5 All-Day Passes for Guardians Postseason Games Oct. 3 and 5

Community · Statewide

Dayton-area House race draws $6.5M in TV and radio ad bookings

Community · Richland County

$2.35M transfer advances downtown Mansfield boutique hotel plan

Community · Clinton County

News Journal revisits 1867 Clinton Republican series on Clinton County residents over 80

Community · Ashland County

Ashland County property transfers from Aug. 27 to Sept. 22 published

Community · Cleveland

Cleveland Rocks: PPF workshop covers DIY music organizing as nonprofit plans 2027 hub

Community · Cleveland

Signal Cleveland quiz looks back at 1930s lakefront gathering, tests local news knowledge

Government · Cleveland

CMHA Board Approves $9M Lead Safety Contracts, $936K Axon Deal

Community · Ashland County

OSHP: Gunshot strikes vehicle in Ashland County road-rage case; charges pending

Oct 1, 2026

Community · Columbus

Columbus mayor proclaims October 2026 as National Disability Employment Awareness Month

Events · Columbus

Columbus bulletin: wildlife open house, free youth hockey, October art workshops, Barack center repairs, fall volunteer days

Community · Vinton County

Vinton County flooding recovery continues; two buildings hard hit as church pantry serves residents

Government · Paulding County

Paulding County commissioners weigh land bank sites, Flock cameras, opioid grants

Courts & Safety · Preble County

Preble County 911 outage linked to possible fiber line cut; calls routed to Darke County

Community · Franklin County

Columbus shelter lists 4-year-old Coonhound Mario for adoption or fostering

Community · Crawford County

Crawford County Council on Aging offers Medicare, heating help to seniors this fall

Government · Clinton County

Clinton County commissioners review zoning plan updates; no new rules adopted

Events · Allen County

Allen Lima Leadership graduates 37 in 38th class, honors two with Spirit of Leadership awards

Community · Allen County

Allen County sets October drop-off recycling dates, materials list

Government · Statewide

Ohio Math Achievement Office Hours Scheduled for Fall 2026

Government · Statewide

Ohio Education Bulletin Highlights Data Dashboards, Report Cards, October Training

Government · Statewide

Ohio October 2026 Test Coordinator Newsletter Lists Assessment and Program Updates

Events · Cincinnati

Cincinnati Parks Promotes Halloween Events, Lists Adult Survival Series

Community · Columbus

City of Columbus HR Conference Slated for Tomorrow; Registration, Parking, Dress Code, Service Project Detailed

Community · Statewide

Dayton-area congressional race draws $6.5M in political ad spending

Community · Perry County

Perry County plants heritage swamp white oak for America 250 observance

Community · Perry County

Perry County brief: state water loans, new school news section, weekend football results

Community · Mercer County

Western Ohio Ag Outlook Meeting Set for Nov. 6 in Versailles

Community · Marion County

Rogue Theatrics Plans 4th Annual Fright Night at Marion's Sterling Room, Oct. 23-24

Community · Geauga County

Chagrin Falls Schools Earn Five-Star State Report Card Rating; Financial Reporting Award and Memorial Bench Also Noted

Community · Geauga County

St. Mary School in Chardon Receives State STEM Award

Community · Geauga County

Ohio's Fall Daytime Open Burning Ban Starts, Runs Through Nov. 30

Community · Geauga County

Geauga County Legal Notices: Ambulance RFP, Foreclosure Auction, Tax Deadlines and Zoning Hearings

Government · Fayette County

Fayette County tourism bureau opens 2027 grant applications, up to $5,000 each

Community · Crawford County

Cornerstone of Hope, Mid-Ohio Traumatic Loss Response Team plan Oct. 29 Memory Bear workshop in Bucyrus

Community · Crawford County

Crawford County H2Ohio enrollment grows as next contract period nears

Community · Statewide

Ohio math textbook mandate advances without consensus on instruction

Government · Statewide

Ohio CACFP Opens 2026–2027 Year; At-Risk Afterschool Sponsors Must File Separate Application

Government · Mansfield

Mansfield Closes Stewart Avenue South Segment for Water Main Repair, Target Reopening Oct. 9

Community · Statewide

Ohio teacher pay lags national averages as governor candidates propose increases

Government · Clark County

Ohio lawmakers vote to suspend state gas tax for three months

Community · Cleveland

Free FAFSA help available across Ohio for fall 2026

Government · Cleveland

Cuyahoga County November ballot: five issues cover disability, health levies and charter powers

Community · Preble County

Planned Eaton facility aims to expand health care access in Preble County by 2027

Community · Wood County

Wood County reports measles case; Bowling Green exposure sites listed

Community · Lucas County

Lucas County Adopts 30-Year Bond Plan to Pay Off Downtown Toledo Hotel Debt

Events · Holmes County