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Communities keep momentum in fight against addiction

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As we begin 2026, I am filled with optimism for the progress Ohio is making in the fight against addiction. Across our state, communities are working together to save lives, support families, and restore hope. This year, we have both the responsibility and the opportunity to build on that momentum. This past year marked a turning point for the OneOhio Recovery Foundation, the nonprofit organization created by our state’s leaders to manage and invest 55 percent of the funds received from the national opioid settlements. Through its first cycle of regional grants, the Foundation awarded ...

Tyrants hire foreign bodyguards

Editorial

Nicolas Maduro had Cuban soldiers for bodyguards. How true to history of a tyrant. Roman emperors used foreign bodyguards, notably the fierce Germanic fighters of the Batavian tribe, who it is said could swim rivers in full armor. Being outsiders and completely dependent upon their employer for everything, they were fiercely loyal. Some 22 or 23 Venezuelans, apparently mostly soldiers guarding targeted defense installations, were killed in the Jan. 3 raid by U.S. military forces. What caught my attention was the 32 active-duty Cuban soldiers killed, including several officers. They ...

Winter can intensify mental health issues

Editorial

Winter can be a tough time for those struggling with fragile mental health and other challenges. But for some, the struggle is more than seasonal — and can be deadly. Ohio’s Suicide Prevention Foundation notes adult men in particular experience disproportionately high suicide rates. For some counties, the need for support is even more profound. So, a two-year initiative will partner with local organizations to reduce the suicide rates for adult men in Clark, Cuyahoga, Hamilton, Lorain, Lucas, Mahoning Marion, Montgomery, Richland and Summit counties. Projects will focus on ...

Upward Mobility Act would help families

Editorial

Working families who are supported by federal benefits can sometimes find themselves in a difficult spot when a potential promotion or raise at work is not cause for celebration, but sparks worries about falling off the benefits cliff. Those receiving federal public assistance can see a complete loss of federal resources after even a small increase in income. But the Upward Mobility Act, introduced by U.S. Sen. Jon Husted, R-Ohio, is meant to change that. Better still, it would help streamline some of the bureaucracy that feeds off such programs. It would create a five-year pilot ...

Winter wellness at home: Preparing seniors in Ohio for the cold months ahead

Editorial

In Ohio, winter has a way of sneaking into the house — through chilly drafts, icy steps, and darker afternoons that make the day feel shorter than it really is. For older adults, those little changes can add up fast. The good news? With a bit of planning, Winter wellness for seniors in Ohio can feel less like “surviving the season” and more like staying comfortable, safe, and cared for at home. From Senior home care in winter to basic cold-weather safety for seniors, small steps can make a big difference. Winter Wellness for Seniors in Ohio: What It Really Means Winter ...

Why I am a conservative Christian

Editorial

The word conservative itself is defined somewhat loosely. In the Oxford Dictionary, it defines conservative as a person who is adverse to change and holds traditional values. I am not absolutely for sure that is a fair definition. Anyone that considers themselves to be conservative would definitely be in favor of flushed toilets vs. an outhouse toilet, would prefer running water over a hand pump, electricity over candles, etc. You get the point. This article is to show you why it is necessary to be conservative to stick to the Word of God for our salvation. Old and New Testament both ...