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Letters to the Editor

Giving back to the community that grew me

To the editor: Growing up in Salem, Ohio, I was shaped by a caring community — from the teachers at Salem High School to the local Scouting program and the families, farms, and friends who encouraged my love of plants and the outdoors. Though I moved from Salem after high school, I carry ...

Natural gas helping Ohioans stay warm

To the editor: With the cold front coming in and temperatures dropping quickly across the state, Ohioans need reliable and affordable energy to stay warm. Our state’s essential natural gas provides the dependable power for furnaces and heat pumps. With over 63% of Ohio residents relying on ...

AI transforming healthcare

To the editor: As an IT director at Ohio State University’s Wexner Medical Center, I see firsthand how technology is advancing medicine and changing lives for the better. Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming healthcare by improving diagnostics, streamlining operations and helping ...

Congress needs to pass H.R. 5031

To the editor: After thirty years serving the people of Ohio in state government and now volunteering with veterans and seniors in care facilities, I’ve learned that good intentions don’t always lead to good outcomes. That’s exactly what’s happening with Medicare Part D drug price ...

RR deal would be a boon to Ohio’s economy

To the editor: A recent op-ed by Steve Stivers in support of the proposed Union Pacific (UP) and Norfolk Southern (NS) deal captures what’s truly at stake for Ohio’s economic future. As a former councilman in Wellsville, I’ve seen firsthand how strong infrastructure fuels the success ...

SNAP is vital element of social safety net

To the editor: SNAP is a vital element of the social safety net in the United States, significantly contributing to the reduction of poverty and the enhancement of food security for millions of Americans. As such, SNAP not only addresses immediate hunger but also establishes the foundation ...