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Opinion

Will there be a political comeback for Brown?

Local Columns

Throughout his political career, Democrat Sherrod Brown has talked about the “dignity of work.” So it came as little surprise that Brown recently announced the creation of the Dignity of Work Institute, which will focus on empowering and growing the middle class. But Brown also is a ...

Ohio House displays lack of faith in voters

Editorial

Members of the Ohio House of Representatives have come out and said it. They don’t believe you are smart enough to read and understand a ballot and make the best choice for your communities. On Monday, the House passed legislation that would eliminate replacement tax levies. According to a ...

Unity Council in EP disbanding

Letters To The Editor

To the editor: It is with great regret that I announce The Unity Council for the East Palestine Train Derailment is disbanding. The Unity Council was meant to bring the fighters in our communities, from Ohio and PA, together after the derailment. The council was designed to have our voices ...

Ohio and West Virginia not picking up pace in innovation

Editorial

Public officials in our region have said for years that one of their priorities is attracting and retaining new and exciting industries — and the kinds of individuals (and their families) who work for such companies. According to WalletHub’s “Most and Least Innovative States (2025),” ...

Measles outbreak shows why vaccinations are so important

Editorial

Those wondering about the necessity of strong vaccine requirements should take a look at news out of Ashtabula County that this year’s first case of measles has been reported in Ohio. “The fact that we now have a measles case in Ohio adds emphasis to the importance of being fully ...