Mahoning County

Democrat Michael Kripchak and Republican State Sen. Michael Rulli will be facing off twice this year to represent Ohio's 6th district in Congress.

Your live-cut Christmas tree can be used as habitat for birds, rabbits and even fish.

The counties receiving grants will use the funding to implement local projects to increase the quality of recyclable material, decrease contamination of recycling bins and improve drop-off recycling programs. The Ohio EPA estimates this project will impact over 190,000 households across the state.

With dozens of school levies on the ballot in Ohio each year, it’s important for voters to understand what they’re voting for since they have a direct impact on property taxes and school funding.

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Gov. Mike DeWine says the Statehouse and other state buildings in downtown Columbus will be closed through Inauguration Day; Ohio has surpassed 800,000 COVID-19 cases since the beginning of the pandemic with more than 7,600 reported on Thursday; Gov. Mike DeWine says the state is rolling out an online tool allowing residents to look up locations where the coronavirus vaccine is available; and more stories.

Mahoning County has among the highest mortality rates for COVID-19 in Ohio. Other health factors may be contributing to the problem.

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According to the Ohio Department of Health, Mahoning County has the second most COVID-19 deaths in the state, along with having the fifth most cases.U.S.…