Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1965, actress Sarah Jessica Parker was born in Nelsonville.

🍫 Easter candy prices have risen dramatically over the past six years, and consumers are feeling the pinch at checkout. Read more in Business.

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Bill Would End State Taxes on Capital Gains

State Rep. Tom Young, R-Washington Township, introduced legislation that would eliminate state taxes on capital gains, the profits from selling stocks, bonds, or real estate.

Young argued House Bill 617 would encourage investment in Ohio.

If the legislation passes, Ohio could lose up to $680 million annually in tax revenue, according to a Legislative Service Commission analysis. Young said the cost over time would be closer to half that figure.

Republican governor candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has proposed eliminating taxes on state capital gains as part of a plan to abolish the state’s income tax.

Kroger Invests $112M in Expansion

Kroger is building two more stores in central Ohio and renovating others across the state as part of an investment the company called “record-breaking.”

In Canal Winchester, the Cincinnati-based company broke ground on a store last week. The location is set to open in late fall, creating approximately 250 jobs and featuring a fuel center.

In Delaware County, a store currently under construction is expected to open in early fall, adding more than 220 jobs to one of the fastest-growing areas in the state.

In addition to the new locations, Kroger plans to invest about $24 million in renovations at numerous stores across Ohio, including in New Albany, Toledo, and Lancaster.

ICE Focus of School District Dispute

Forest Hills Local School District officials asked the Ohio Supreme Court to dismiss a lawsuit seeking the release of their response plan for potential federal immigration enforcement at a school.

Cincinnati attorney Curt Hartman filed the lawsuit, arguing the state law cited by the district protects only information tied to sabotage or terrorism. He likened the school board members to protesters who try to obstruct immigration enforcement.

School board members, who met in February to discuss how to respond to potential Immigration and Customs Enforcement actions, said releasing the unredacted plan could jeopardize student safety.

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A Final, Stern Warning For Retirees

Economists point to the “Expectations Index” as a key signal of America’s financial health. When the Index is below 80, it’s a major warning sign that a recession is near. In January, it fell to 65.

This isn’t just a dip, it’s a declaration. Our economy relies on a strong job market and confident consumers buying goods. In 2026, America’s working class is cutting non-essential spending.

An HR executive reports: “A worried and distracted workforce, whose concerns have them in ‘survival mode.‘” This “crisis of confidence” may impact those near retirement the most. It indicates deep, structural stress in the framework that supports your 401(k)s and IRAs.

Most 401(k)s and IRAs are designed for “fair weather.” They thrive when the economy is booming. They are not built to withstand the pressure of “a 12-year low in consumer confidence.” Gold is the “foul weather” fund. When expectations drop and paper markets begin to crumble, the rich often turn to physical gold and silver to preserve their wealth.

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➤ Statewide: Severe storms are forecast to move through on Thursday, potentially bringing damaging winds, heavy rain, hail, and isolated tornadoes. (Details)

➤ Statewide: The Ohio Supreme Court heard arguments on Tuesday in a challenge to a 2024 state law that prohibits sex-change treatments for minors. (More)

➤ Montgomery County: Miami Township fiscal officer Robert Matthews was removed from office for allegedly using $9.7 million in township funds to invest in gold coins without trustee approval. (More)

➤ Youngstown: The Diocese of Youngstown will merge Saint Patrick, Immaculate Conception, and the University Parish Newman Center into a single parish called Saint Katharine Drexel, effective July 1. (More)

➤ Dublin: The city alerted residents about upcoming repair and refurbishing work at the Emerald Parkway and the River Forest pedestrian tunnels. (More)

➤ Columbus: Several downtown interstate ramps will be closed through Friday, part of a construction project on Interstates 70 and 71. (See Closures)

➤ Springboro High School alumnus Ryan Johnson, a junior on the University of Iowa track and field team, captured the NCAA weight throw title with a mark of 25.64 meters. (More)

➤ Denison University claimed NCAA Division III national championships in women’s basketball and men’s swimming and diving this past weekend. (More)

➤ Former Ohio State defensive back Marcus Williamson pleaded guilty to robbing nine banks, stealing a total of $22,000. He faces up to 40 years in prison. (More)

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➤ Trader Joe’s recalled nearly 10 million pounds of its Vegetable Fried Rice in Ohio and 42 other states, citing potential glass contamination. (More)

➤ Easter candy prices have surged 67% since 2020, according to data from InvestorsObserver, while household candy budgets have increased by only 15%. (More)

➤ Skyline Chili will offer free cheese coneys with the purchase of a Coke beverage on Thursday at participating locations to celebrate Opening Day for the Cincinnati Reds. (More)

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Inflation is rising, recession is looming, and the stock market bubble looks ready to burst. While dollar-denominated assets like stocks and bonds could plummet, holders of physical gold could soon be celebrating.

President Trump’s proposed “gold reset” could mark America’s greatest wealth creation event in nearly a century. This historic move would revalue the nation’s gold reserves overnight, catapulting the value of physical gold to new heights as government gold skyrockets by 9,000%.

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➤ Another meteor was spotted above northwest Ohio on Monday night after entering the atmosphere over Hope, Michigan. (Watch)

➤ An escaped ostrich was captured by the Madison County Sheriff’s Office on Monday and safely returned to its owner. (More)

➤ A barred owl landed on the shoulder of a runner in Mill Creek Park in Youngstown and remained perched long enough for a photo. (Photo)

➤ Akron’s Archbishop Hoban High School repeated as mock trial state champion, defeating Cincinnati’s Saint Xavier High School. (More)

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➤ As we age, subtle changes in memory, focus, and balance can start to show up earlier than expected. Researchers are continuing to study what’s behind these shifts and what may actually help support long-term brain health. One recent breakdown highlights a lesser-known factor worth understanding. See what they found and how it may apply to you. Watch Now