Trump Endorses Husted for U.S. Senate

President Trump endorsed U.S. Sen. Jon Husted in Ohio’s 2026 U.S. Senate race, praising his leadership and saying Husted “will not let you down.”

Husted said he is honored by Trump’s support and pledged to work with the president on border security, economic prosperity, and “common-sense Ohio values.”

It is Trump’s second high-profile Ohio endorsement this year, following his announced support of Vivek Ramaswamy for governor.

Husted was appointed in January to replace JD Vance, who left the Senate to become vice president. Husted, who previously served as the state’s lieutenant governor for seven years, seeks the Senate seat for a full six-year term.

Former Commander Faces Court-Martial

Air Force Col. Christopher Meeker, former commander of Wright-Patterson’s 88th Air Base Wing, faces a general court-martial next week at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.

Meeker is charged with adultery, fraternization, and disobeying a superior officer. He was relieved of command in December 2023 due to a “loss of confidence in his ability to lead.”

Adultery charges are rare in the military unless there is a “significant impact on good order and discipline,” according to military law experts.

Prep Star Throws No-Hitter

Moeller High senior Zion Theophilus tied a school record with 17 strikeouts in a no-hitter Wednesday, leading the Crusaders to a 5-0 win over rival Elder. The single-game strikeout record was set in 1972.

Theophilus, the state’s reigning Gatorade Player of the Year, struck out the first eight he faced and walked only one batter. You can see the final out and subsequent celebration here.

It was Moeller’s 32nd no-hitter in program history and second this season.

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➤ State: A state House bill would ban residents and companies of “foreign adversarial nations” from buying land near critical infrastructure or military sites in Ohio. (See Bill)

➤ Cincinnati: Humanitarian aid group Matthew 25: Ministries will partner with Procter & Gamble to send disaster relief supplies to areas affected by recent tornadoes and floods. (More)

➤ Stratton: State Route 7 will close for about 30 minutes at 9 a.m. Saturday for demolition of the WH Sammis Power Plant smokestacks. (More)

➤ Beavercreek: Federal agents arrested a Georgia man for allegedly trying to cash a fake $32 million tax refund check at a local bank. (More)

➤ Lima: Mayor Sharetta Smith was chosen for a national pedestrian safety program, joining 11 U.S. mayors to improve walkability and street design. (More)

➤ Columbus: The city will invest $28.2 million in organizations for at-risk youth, with $8.6 million dedicated to summer programs. (More)

➤ The state House passed a budget bill that includes $600 million in bonds for a new Cleveland Browns stadium in Brook Park. The bill now heads to the state Senate for its consideration. (More)

➤ Columbus Blue Jackets forward Sean Monahan was nominated for the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy, honoring perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to hockey. (More)

➤ Joe Burrow’s charity has partnered with 740 Rescue Kitchen to expand food accessibility in Appalachian Ohio. (More)

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➤ Canton’s Matalco aluminum plant will close and lay off 71 employees in June. Some employees have been offered jobs at other Matalco plants in the U.S. (More)

➤ Tipp City-based Trophy Nut Company recalled cans of honey-roasted peanuts sold at Heinen’s Grocery stores due to undeclared cashews. (More)

➤ Zoetic Global abruptly closed its new Youngstown refrigerant plant, citing a security breach. The company now faces lawsuits and lease disputes. (More)

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➤ A truck carrying 40,000 pounds of cheese overturned Thursday in Hamilton County, shutting down southbound lanes for nearly 12 hours. (See Photos)

➤ More than 11,000 people will participate in this Sunday’s Ohio State 4 Miler, a race that finishes at the 50-yard line of Ohio Stadium. (Details)

➤ State park lodges will host Easter Sunday brunches and buffets on April 20. (Reservation Details)

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