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Trump announces $33B natural gas Plant in southern Ohio
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced plans for a $33 billion natural gas-fired power plant in southern Ohio, describing it as the largest gas generation project in U.S. history and a cornerstone of a broader $550 billion investment commitment from Japan. The Ohio facility, to be built near Portsmouth, is part of the…
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Ohio lawmakers introduce bill targeting data center power use
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio lawmakers have introduced legislation that would create new statewide requirements for large data centers, including long-term power purchase commitments, minimum…
Health officials investigate dead geese in Pike County
WAVERLY, Ohio — Local health officials are investigating reports of multiple dead geese found in and around Lake White and are working with state…
Traffic delays reported after serious crash near Piketon
PIKETON, Ohio — Motorists are advised to expect delays near the exit ramp from U.S. 23 to U.S. 32 in Piketon following a serious…
Ross County Commissioners proclaim February as Black History Month
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Ross County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday issued a proclamation recognizing February 2026 as Black History Month, marking a century…
Ohio prison population tops 45,000 — over 8,200 serving life sentences
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio’s prison system held 45,704 inmates as of Jan. 6, 2026, according to the latest monthly population report from the Ohio…