Tom O'Grady to speak at Southeast Ohio History Center
What do the Native American earthworks in The Plains and elsewhere in Ohio have to do with the sun, moon and stars? A lot, according to Tom O’Grady.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
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Plastic plant to open in The Plains
The PLAINS, Ohio — A Canadian plastics manufacturer will be setting up shop at a site in The Plains.
Jun 7, 2026Open source
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New poll shows Ohio's races for governor, US Senate to be deadlocked
A new poll suggests that Ohio's high-profile races for governor and US Senate continue to remain neck-and-neck.
Jul 6, 2026Open source
Flood Watch issued for multiple Northeast Ohio counties as NWS warns of showers, thunderstorms
Flood Watch issued for multiple Northeast Ohio counties as NWS warns of showers, thunderstorms
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Historic Ohio prep sports change helps already strong Badin HS girls' football
Few Ohio high schools are better positioned to take advantage of the recent and historic state prep sports ruling making girls football a varsity sport than...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Miamisburg police seek public's help finding missing endangered 86-year-old man with Alzheimer's
Police said William Farquhar Duke is believed to be driving a silver 2015 Toyota Tacoma with Ohio license plate KUH7864.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
FBI, Toledo Police investigating bank robbery on Lewis Avenue
The man handed the 22-year-old bank employee a bag and told him to put the money inside.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Teen killed after pickup hits parked car in Marion Township, OSHP says
The Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) is investigating a two-vehicle fatal crash that occurred Saturday evening.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
GLSCL roundup: Lima sweeps Southern Ohio
LIMA — Home runs from Jimmy Dionne and Cameron Greene backed a stellar start from Garrett Byrd in a seven-inning 12-2 win over Southern Ohio on Saturday ni...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Ohio approves bids to drill beneath 15,000 acres of public land
Protesters at an Oil and Gas Land Management Commission meeting on Monday are told by an Ohio State Highway Patrol officer that they cannot unfurl their bann...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
What to know about the challenges ahead for 16 children rescued from an Ohio home The 16 children rescued f...
The 16 children rescued from an Ohio home in deplorable conditions face a long road toward recovery, experts say.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Heat, fireworks, and hot cars: Everything Northeast Ohio pet owners need to know for Fourth of July weekend
Heat, fireworks, and hot cars: Everything Northeast Ohio pet owners need to know for Fourth of July weekend
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Fourth of July Severe Thunderstorm Watch concludes for three Northeast Ohio counties
Fourth of July Severe Thunderstorm Watch concludes for three Northeast Ohio counties
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Ohio Supreme Court upholds utility commission decision allowing coal plant bailout fee
The Ohio Supreme Court upheld a decision last week that, according to its challengers, allowed utilities to overcharge customers to the tune of roughly $115...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Ohio attorney general candidates call for more transparency from JobsOhio after ethics complaint
Ohio's Dem AG nominee said it appears that the head of a quasi-public agency is a lobbyist for a utility that wants money from the agency.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Catching Our Eye News Roundup, July 1, 2026
Every morning in the Ohio Capital Journal’s free newsletter, The Eye-Opener, we round up the news and commentary from across Ohio and around the country a...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Man who sent ‘white powder letters’, death threats to Ohio GOP officials faces sentencing
A Columbus-area man who pleaded guilty to making violent threats against Ohio Republicans — including the governor, secretary of state, attorney general, a...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Amy Acton in Dayton: Ohioans are longing for change
Democratic Ohio gubernatorial candidate Dr. Amy Acton made a stop Friday, July 3, in Dayton to participate in the city’s America250 parade.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Ohio Challenge Hot Air Balloon Festival to expand Kid’s Zone and drone show
The Ohio Challenge will return to Middletown’s skies with colorful hot air balloons, laser light shows, balloon glows, fireworks, a drone show, skydiving,...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Springfield activists recognize America 250 with immigrant support rally
A 6-3 Supreme Court decision cleared the way for the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status for thousands of Haitian immigrants in Springfiel...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
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The Plains is in Athens County, Ohio.
Region: Southern Ohio
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45780
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New poll shows Ohio's races for governor, US Senate to be deadlocked
A new poll suggests that Ohio's high-profile races for governor and US Senate continue to remain neck-and-neck.
Jul 6, 2026Open source
Flood Watch issued for multiple Northeast Ohio counties as NWS warns of showers, thunderstorms
Flood Watch issued for multiple Northeast Ohio counties as NWS warns of showers, thunderstorms
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Historic Ohio prep sports change helps already strong Badin HS girls' football
Few Ohio high schools are better positioned to take advantage of the recent and historic state prep sports ruling making girls football a varsity sport than...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Miamisburg police seek public's help finding missing endangered 86-year-old man with Alzheimer's
Police said William Farquhar Duke is believed to be driving a silver 2015 Toyota Tacoma with Ohio license plate KUH7864.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
FBI, Toledo Police investigating bank robbery on Lewis Avenue
The man handed the 22-year-old bank employee a bag and told him to put the money inside.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Teen killed after pickup hits parked car in Marion Township, OSHP says
The Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) is investigating a two-vehicle fatal crash that occurred Saturday evening.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
GLSCL roundup: Lima sweeps Southern Ohio
LIMA — Home runs from Jimmy Dionne and Cameron Greene backed a stellar start from Garrett Byrd in a seven-inning 12-2 win over Southern Ohio on Saturday ni...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Ohio approves bids to drill beneath 15,000 acres of public land
Protesters at an Oil and Gas Land Management Commission meeting on Monday are told by an Ohio State Highway Patrol officer that they cannot unfurl their bann...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
What to know about the challenges ahead for 16 children rescued from an Ohio home The 16 children rescued f...
The 16 children rescued from an Ohio home in deplorable conditions face a long road toward recovery, experts say.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
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