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ODOT District 9 releases weekly Highland County construction update

The following ODOT construction projects are anticipated to impact traffic in Highland County.
Cincinnati Children’s again recognized by Forbes as being among America’s Best Employers for Women
Cincinnati Children’s has once again earned a place on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Employers for Women, extending a streak that dates back to the award’s inception in 2018. The recognition highlights the health system’s ongoing commitment to supporting women in the workplace.
FIRE report gives 14 Ohio universities yellow light ratings for free speech policies
The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression gave 14 Ohio universities a “yellow light” rating for free speech policies in a new report, meaning that they operate under policies that could be too easily applied to suppress protected speech.
Obamacare enrollment declines in 49 states
In 49 states, the number of people enrolled in Obamacare plans has declined since Congress made coverage more expensive by allowing federal subsidies to expire at the end of last year.
Larry M. Stauffer
Larry M. Stauffer, 80, passed away Friday, Aug. 7, 2026 at his home in Bainbridge. 
Whiteoak High School represented in Ohio State Fair youth band
Sophomore percussionist Ivy Garrison (left) is in her first year, and graduate Conner Wiscaver (right) is a fourth year member. 
2 Columbus men arrested on drug trafficking charges in Scioto County
Portsmouth Police Chief Debby Brewer and Scioto County Sheriff David Thoroughman announce the arrest of two men from Columbus, following an investigation into the alleged trafficking and possession of suspected narcotics.
Senate Democrats block Husted bill for voter ID
The Senate today voted on Sen. Jon Husted’s (R-Ohio) bill to require voters to show photo ID at the polls. Senate Democrats blocked the bill from reaching the 60-vote threshold needed to advance, with a final vote of 52-46.
3 Russian nationals, 2 companies indicted for alleged international cybercrimes resulting in more than $62M in victim losses
An indictment was unsealed recently in the Northern District of Ohio charging three Russian nationals and two related “bulletproof hosting” companies for their roles in cybercrimes against U.S. victims, causing tens of millions of dollars in losses.
Ohio man sentenced to prison for fraud conspiracy that targeted the elderly
A Cuyahoga County man was sentenced to prison for his role in romance fraud schemes that targeted the elderly throughout Northern Ohio and elsewhere.
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