Attorney General Dave Yost, in collaboration with nine partner agencies, launches "The Mount Vernon Project: School of Public Service," an innovative online training series offering guidance to candidates and new public officials, with a focus on crucial topics such as constituent relations, ethics, public records, government structure, civility, and government finance. The project was initiated in Ohio and aims to foster effective leadership in the realm of government service.
Ohio's House State and Local Government Committee advances House Bill 184, championed by Rep. Adam Bird, aiming to enhance transparency in charitable solicitations by introducing regulations on collection receptacles and mandating contact information disclosure. This move comes as a response to the rising need for transparency and accountability in charity organizations within the state.
State Representative Daniel P. Troy urges eligible child care facilities to apply for the fourth round of child care stabilization grants, offering $200 million for workforce, access expansion, operating costs, and mental health initiatives, while also announcing a base rate increase for publicly funded child care. This initiative takes place amid growing concern about the availability and affordability of quality childcare in the region.
Ohio State Representative Juanita Brent (D-22) has been granted a Civil Protection Order by the Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court against fellow State Representative Elliot Forhan (D-21) , following a series of public social media videos and concerning inquiries about her whereabouts.
There are 5,119 professional licenses expiring in Cuyahoga County during December in Ohio, according to the eLicense Ohio Professional Licensure System.
The Avon Lake City School District Board of Education plans to vote on a resolution to proceed with a $170 million, 37-year bond issue for the district's Building ALegacy project. This significant move is aimed at upgrading and expanding educational facilities within the district.
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Pantries have been set up in each of the Rocky River City School District's five buildings to help families during the holiday and winter seasons. This initiative was taken on November 21st, as part of an effort to support local families facing hardship.
The school district has made efforts to ensure these pantries are well-stocked.
The pantries have been stocked with food, clothing, supplies, toiletries, and other items for local families in need,
The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Lorain County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Nov. 18, according to GasBuddy.com.
The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Cuyahoga County was found at one gas station in the week ending Nov. 18, according to GasBuddy.com.
There were 17 professional licenses issued in Lorain County in the week ending Oct. 7, 2023 in Ohio, according to the eLicense Ohio Professional Licensure System.
Solar United Neighbors (SUN), in collaboration with Cuyahoga County and the City of Cleveland, has introduced the Cuyahoga County solar co-op, offering residents and businesses the chance to collectively explore affordable solar solutions in a bid to combat rising energy costs and leverage new incentives. This initiative aims to democratize solar energy access for all members of the community.
Republican Senators, including JD Vance, have sent a letter to President Biden opposing special immigration protections for Palestinians, expressing concerns about potential radicalization and citing recent events in the Middle East and pro-Palestinian protests as reasons for caution. The letter was submitted as a response to the proposed increase in immigration protections by congressional Democrats.
The Ohio Ballot Board is reviewing a proposed constitutional amendment that aims to replace the existing politician-run redistricting process with a citizen-led commission, mandated to establish fair state legislative and congressional districts through a more transparent and independent system. The examination seeks to determine if the proposed amendment contains only one change.
There were 138 professional licenses issued in Cuyahoga County in the week ending Oct. 7, 2023 in Ohio, according to the eLicense Ohio Professional Licensure System.
There are 13 professional licenses expiring in Lorain County in the week ending Nov. 25 in Ohio, according to the eLicense Ohio Professional Licensure System.
There were 24 professional licenses issued in Lorain County in the week ending Nov. 18, 2023, according to the eLicense Ohio Professional Licensure System.