Ohio’s Surge in Mental Health Issues Leads for More Funding and Help for Those in Need
By Tyler Pyles “I was going through a tough time in my first semester,” said Gordon, a sophomore business major
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Portage Parks eye future after levy passage
The Portage Park District has big plans for the future with new levy funds. The levy, which passed Tuesday, will
Read MoreOhio Voters vote to legalize recreational marijuana
With more than 95% of the votes in, voters in Ohio approved of the legalization of recreational marijuana. The statute
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Portage voters delve into abortion, post-pandemic life, voter apathy ahead of midterm election
As voters prepare to hit the polls across the country Nov. 8, a variety of issues take center stage. And
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For those in crisis, 988 serves as a new Portage County lifeline
On the morning of July 16, the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline went into effect nationwide. The 24/7 help line
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Ohio Students Must Pass Financial Literacy Class to Graduate
Ohio high schoolers must pass a financial literacy course in order to graduate due to the new Senate Bill 1
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A look into the Ohio Supreme Court
The Ohio Supreme Court currently operates in Columbus, Ohio. Frequently hearing new cases, the court is integral in the Ohio
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City of Kent’s plan for Halloween during COVID-19 pandemic
KENT, Ohio — The City of Kent Trick-or-Treat event and annual Halloween party are coming up, and with the COVID-19
Read MorePortage County Commissioners declare Racism a public health crisis
On Sept 11, the Portage County Commissioners declared racism a public health crisis in the county. The Portage County commissioners
Read MoreThe Difference Between Voting Procedures
Kathleen Clyde started her position as a Portage County commissioner, which is the lead position in the county on the
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