Monday, May 12, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1948, the boiler of Chesapeake & Ohio Railway steam locomotive No. 3020 exploded near Chillicothe, killing all three crew members.

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State GOP Backs Ramaswamy

The Ohio Republican Party endorsed Vivek Ramaswamy for governor on Friday, favoring him over state Attorney General Dave Yost and entrepreneur Heather Hill.

Sixty of the 66 members of the party’s central committee voted to support Ramaswamy, despite objections from some party members, including Gov. Mike DeWine.

Ramaswamy, a Cincinnati native, has also been endorsed by President Trump.

On Thursday, Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel said he has not ruled out running for governor.

Petition to Eliminate Property Tax Clears Hurdle

The Ohio Attorney General’s office approved the title and summary of a proposed state constitutional amendment to eliminate property taxes, the first step toward a statewide vote.

The Ohio Ballot Board will now decide whether the proposal constitutes one or multiple amendments.

Supporters must then collect about 443,000 signatures from at least 44 of Ohio’s 88 counties by early July to secure a place on the November ballot.

If passed, the amendment would add a section to Article XII of the Ohio Constitution, abolishing existing property taxes and prohibiting future property taxation.

State Parks Finalist for National Award

The state Division of Parks and Watercraft is one of three finalists for the 2025 National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management.

Ohio joined Florida and Wyoming as finalists in the State Parks category.

State agencies were evaluated on long-range planning, community engagement, environmental stewardship, and innovation.

The winner will be announced in September at the National Recreation and Park Association Annual Conference in Orlando, Florida.

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➤ Columbus: FBI agents arrested Ronald Lidderdale, 39, of Columbus, for allegedly mailing threats, white powder, and a bullet to Ohio public officials. (More)

➤ Statewide: Ohio voters approved all 13 library levies last week. (More)

➤ Oak Harbor: Bird watchers from around the world flocked to northwest Ohio for Friday’s start of the Biggest Week in American Birding, hosted by Black Swamp Bird Observatory. (Details)

➤ Cleveland: Cleveland Metroparks began construction on a $15 million lakefront sailing center, with completion expected in 2026. (See Drawings)

➤ Milford: Amazon paid a homeowner $6,000 after a delivery driver damaged freshly poured concrete, reversing its initial refusal to cover repair costs. (Watch Video)

➤ Westlake: A homebuyer discovered World War II projectiles and a Japanese hand grenade in the basement of a newly purchased home. The bomb squad determined there were no explosive hazards. (More)

➤ Indiana defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 129-109 to take a 3-1 series lead in the NBA Eastern Conference semifinals. (Box Score)

➤ The Cincinnati Reds will dedicate Pete Rose Field at Boldface Park in Cincinnati on Wednesday, honoring the late Reds legend during the park’s revitalization. (More)

➤ A fan from the University of Colorado filed a $100 million lawsuit against the NFL, alleging emotional distress over Shedeur Sanders’ late draft selection by the Cleveland Browns. (More)

➤ The late Columbus Blue Jackets forward Johnny Gaudreau, who was killed by a suspected drunk driver in August, was named to the NHL Quarter-Century Team. (More)

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➤ Cleveland Public Library’s main branch marked its 100th anniversary on Saturday with a historical marker unveiling and an Alice in Wonderland-themed celebration. (See Photos)

➤ A tailgate party offering live music, food trucks, and games will take place ahead of the Buckeye Country Superfest on June 21 in Columbus. (Details)

➤ The state Department of Natural Resources is accepting applications for the Conservation Teen Advisory Council, open to high school students. (Details)

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