This is money used to staff and maintain our state parks and wildlife areas. The Senate budget cut this fund in half for 2026 — from $55 million to $27.5 million.

But under the new state budget, Ohio now has to pay for a $1.1 billion-a-year flat tax. The wealthiest 20% of households — those making more than $138,000 a year — will reap 96% of the benefit ...

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — ODNR wants people to get outside this summer to enjoy a nice hike in the woods, a swim in the lake, or go boating on the open water, but they want you to do so safely. 2… ...

The Tenth District Court of Appeals sided with cities in a July 8 ruling, saying efforts by Ohio lawmakers to bar local tobacco laws are unconstitutional.

In a recent Scioto Analysis survey of 19 economists around the state, all said spending on parks is a good strategy to provide recreation, environmental quality and health. “Ohio only has 0.77% ...

Several Ohio state parks along the Ohio River offer excellent camping facilities, including Ohio state park cabins and tent sites. Notable parks include Shawnee State Park and Forked Run State Park.

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A recent analysis has revealed the salary needed to live comfortably in Ohio and each state across the country. SmartAsset, a financial education company, collected ge… ...

HOCKING COUNTY, Ohio — The Ohio State Highway Patrol is joining law enforcement agencies from across the country in a national “Best Looking Cruiser” competition — and they’re banking on ...

Ohio State right tackle Kirk Barton (74), during a Sept. 11, 2004, game against Marshall, played for the Buckeyes from 2003-2007. (Columbus Dispatch photo by Neal C. Lauron) ...

If Ohio State can find a match with either of the two, the Buckeyes and running backs coach Carlos Locklyn will be happy to take one of them and add to a room that brought in three running backs ...

The Ohio State Fair returns on July 23, bringing an estimated 1 million people to Columbus and the Ohio Expo Center. There will, of course, be many attractions, food vendors and the famous butter cow.

The Ohio State Fair returns on July 23, bringing an estimated 1 million people to Columbus and the Ohio Expo Center. There will, of course, be many attractions, food vendors and the famous butter cow.