Drug overdose deaths are beginning to trend downward in West Virginia and nationwide, offering hope, especially in West Virginia, which has long led the nation in overdose deaths per capita. Nationally, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports a 14.5% decline in overdose deaths from June 2023 to June 2024, equating to 14,064 …
Next year, Hamilton County homeowners will see a property tax rebate funded at the full 30%, meaning they will receive a $106.97 credit per $100,000 of home value on their tax bills. This is a significant increase from the 12.4% rebate set for 2024. The rebate is part of a promise made when voters approved …
This year, more than 3.2 million Ohioans are expected to travel for Thanksgiving, setting a record, according to AAA. Kara Hitchens, Public Affairs Manager for AAA, advises travelers to “pack your patience” as roads and airports will be crowded. The number of holiday travelers has been steadily increasing in recent years, recovering from the declines …
An effort is underway to introduce a proposed constitutional amendment in Ohio aimed at providing equal protection for residents, regardless of gender, age, or sexual orientation. A group called Ohio Equal Rights is working to get the amendment on the ballot to protect Ohioans from discrimination in areas like housing, employment, and public accommodations, based …
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — It is said by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that 64 of South Dakota’s 66 counties are rural or border. It is National Rural Health Day on Thursday. The South Dakota Department of Health recognizes this day to show how important health care is in rural areas and …