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Why the budget law is tailored to help Ohio workers and families

Local Columns

“Where I land on policy always depends on how it affects people in Ohio.” That’s what I wrote earlier this year, and that’s why I supported the bill that extended the 2017 tax cuts and made urgent investments in our national defense and border security. This budget bill saved Americans from a $4 trillion tax hike, and that’s a significant win for the nation. So, what does the Big Beautiful Bill mean, in real world terms, for Ohio families, workers, and taxpayers? Our work results in more take-home pay. Specifically, the tax cuts we cemented for workers and job creators ...

Carbon capture critical to Ohio’s energy future

Local Columns

Ohio has a long history of leading on energy development and emerging technology. In 1814, North America’s first oil-producing well was drilled in Noble County. Not long after, Ohio began commercially producing oil and natural gas continuously and is now one of the top energy-producing states in the U.S. Today, Ohio has a unique opportunity to build on this success and help secure American energy dominance. Considering Ohio’s prolific natural gas reserves and prevalence of ideal geologic formations, the state is a prime location for carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) ...

Local legislators must push for a single Congressional district

Editorials

As Ohio’s considerably convoluted and patently partisan process of drawing new maps for its 15 congressional districts shifts into high gear this month, we steadfastly remain committed to our longstanding appeal that the Mahoning Valley deserves its own coherent and united U.S. House of Representatives district. Yes, it’s that time again this late summer and fall when Ohio must once again chart new boundary lines for its federal lawmakers in the lower chamber of Congress. Because the redistricting that took place for 2022 did not receive Democratic Party support, the maps created ...

Ohio Legislature searches for property tax answers

Local Columns

Though there are enough Republicans in the Ohio House to override vetoes from Gov. Mike DeWine, the legislative body fell short of its goal when it held a special session. The July 21 session was intended to override three of the vetoes from DeWine, who’s also a Republican. There was support for only one override, and it was for the least consequential of the three. An override needs at least 60 votes, and there are 65 House Republicans. Three Republicans didn’t attend the July 21 special session, announced July 8, and state Rep. Scott Oelslager, R-North Canton, voted against the ...

Love yourself: Finding purpose in aging

Local Columns

Life is full of milestones and turning points. As we get older, the things we value and that bring us joy change. What made you happy in your 20s may not make you as happy in your 60s. And the older you get, the more changes you experience. Spouses, family, and friends pass away. Your health or mobility may begin to deteriorate. You may become more depressed and less motivated. This can all take a toll on your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. It is important to continue finding purpose, no matter your age. Having something to look forward to and something to get you out of ...

Metrics: Ohio has its share of underprivileged children

Editorials

Ohioans generally think of their state as being a fantastic place for children to grow up. But perception does not always match reality, as WalletHub’s “2025’s States With the Most Underprivileged Children” suggests. Believe it or not, Ohio is ranked 18th on the lists of states with the most underprivileged children. Many of us might not have expected the state to crack the worst 25, let alone be ranked that poorly. But a look at the metrics tells the tale. Ohio is 16th for the percentage of children in households below the poverty line, 26th for the percentage of maltreated ...