Ohio Fish Hatchery open houses begin March 25
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife invites the public to visit a state fish hatchery during this year’s open houses to learn more about their operations and purpose. Hatchery open houses are free of charge.
Greenfield VFW Post gets a face lift
Greenfield VFW Post 4736 recently completed a transformative remodeling project with the help of The Home Depot Foundation and Team Depot volunteers from local Home Depot stores. The Greenfield VFW received a grant from The Home Depot Foundation to replace the club’s entire ceiling and lights throughout its lodge.
Second person dies from March 7 crash
A second person has died as the result of two-vehicle, head-on crash March 7 on S.R. 138 in Highland County’s Liberty Township.
Spring Fling March 25 in Greenfield
GREENFIELD — Two Greenfield churches and several shops will host the third-annual Spring Fling from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 25.
Today in History
Today is Friday, March 17, the 76th day of 2023. There are 289 days left in the year. This is St. Patrick’s Day.
AAA: Gas prices jump across south central Ohio
The average price of gasoline across South Central Ohio is nine cents higher this week at $3.418 per gallon, according to AAA East Central’s Gas Price Report.
AAA: Drivers unaware of how drowsy they really are
Something that most drivers experience but may not realize until it’s too late – feeling drowsy – plays an undetermined role in traffic crashes, injuries, and deaths. Although underreported in government statistics, previous research by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety has estimated that 16% to 21% of all police-reported fatal vehicle crashes likely involve drowsy driving. And new Foundation research finds that drivers may underestimate their drowsiness, leading them to stay behind the wheel rather than stopping for a much-needed break.
US jobless aid claims fell last week as layoffs remain low
Fewer Americans applied for jobless claims last week as the labor market continues to thrive despite the Federal Reserve’s efforts to cool the economy and tamp down inflation.
Teens can learn and earn through Goodwill’s Summer Youth program
Goodwill of South Central Ohio is currently accepting applicants for its annual Summer Youth program where teens and young adults can earn while they learn.
