Why Ohio’s unemployment rate continues to rise even as more jobs are being added
Despite steady job growth across the United States, unemployment rates are still rising in many states, including Ohio. While companies
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What Happened to the National Weather Service During the Shutdown?
KENT, Ohio – When the federal government shut down earlier this year, thousands of federal employees across the country were sent
Read MoreUniversity funding changes after identity center closures
Over the summer, Senate Bill 1 went into effect on June 27, 2025, for state colleges and universities in Ohio,
Read MoreTeens using vapes are causing harm to children 5 and younger
There is a concern from the Ohio Department of Health with the increase of vape use among teenagers leading to
Read MoreOhio passes measure to legalize recreational marijuana
Ohio voters have approved issue 2 on the November ballot which allows adults over 21 years old to grow, possess
Read MorePortage 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 MoreHOPE drug court helps those struggling with addiction in Portage County
As the opioid epidemic continues to take lives in Portage County amid the COVID-19 pandemic, drug courts such as the
Read MoreIssue 5 Preview: Waterloo Local School District’s Income Tax Levy
For the 14th time in the last 6 years, the Waterloo Local School district has a levy on the November
Read MoreMidterm Election 2022: What matters to voters in Portage County
The 2022 Midterm Election is taking place on November 8, 2022. While Congressional races get all the headlines in the
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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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