Commissioner Kevin Davidson clarifies that no layoffs are currently planned as the county utilizes a rainy day fund to bridge a $4.5 million budget gap for 2026.
A multi-agency response led to the arrest of a 43-year-old man following an armed robbery and reported hostage situation in Johnsville on Saturday.
A 33-year-old Marion man has died, and a child remains in serious condition after a CSX train struck two pedestrians at the Kenton Avenue crossing Friday night.
Brendan Damron, a 24-year-old Marion Police Officer, is being held on a $250,000 bond following an alleged off-duty incident involving a family member.
Kings Island is hiring 5,000 seasonal associates for the 2026 season with pay up to $21/hour, featuring a week-long hiring event from Feb. 14–21 and a special “Casino Night” incentive for early hires.
The Marion County forecast features a mid-week temperature drop following a high of 39 on Tuesday, with breezy conditions and overnight lows reaching 17 degrees by Friday.
Forecasters warn that wind chills could plunge to 16 below zero Saturday before a shifting weather pattern brings a light dusting of snow to the area through Sunday morning.
Cedar Point is looking to fill 7,000 positions, from ride operators to security, as the park prepares for its May 9 opening and the first full season of the Siren’s Curse tilt coaster.
Ohio’s official weather prognosticator, Buckeye Chuck, emerged into cloudy skies at the Marion County Fairgrounds Monday morning and failed to see his shadow, signaling an early end to winter.
Income-eligible residents in Crawford, Marion, and Morrow counties must secure their Winter Crisis Program appointments by March 31, with officials warning that missed appointments will result in the loss of utility service holds.