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Ohio’s fall hunting season opens with new senior discount law taking effect

State Representative Justin Pizzulli has announced the official start of Ohio’s fall hunting season, which begins in September.

By N. K. Johns | Sep 3, 2025

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Ohio’s fall hunting season begins in September with new senior discount law

State Representative Jason Stephens (R-Kitts Hill) has announced that Ohio's fall hunting season will officially begin in September.

By South Ohio News | Aug 27, 2025

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Ohio Controlling Board approves $1.5 million for Shawnee State University wayfinding project

By South Ohio News | Aug 25, 2025

The Ohio Controlling Board has approved $1,501,459 in funding for Shawnee State University to implement the Campus Wayfinding Project.

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Rep. Jason Stephens meets with Trump Administration at White House leadership conference

By South Ohio News | Aug 25, 2025

State Representative Jason Stephens (R-Kitts Hill) participated in the White House State Leadership Conference last week, joining over 50 lawmakers and officials from Ohio.

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Portsmouth begins work on $34.2 million riverfront park project

By South Ohio News | Aug 20, 2025

State Representative Justin Pizzulli (R-Scioto County) has announced the start of construction on the Portsmouth Riverfront Park Project, a development aimed at revitalizing the area along the Ohio River.

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Wilson announces $650,000 in state funding for local community projects

By South Ohio News | Aug 15, 2025

State Senator Steve Wilson (R-Maineville) has announced that $650,000 in funding has been approved for community projects within Senate District 7.

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Brown County saw 19.8% increase in transfer dependency percentage since 1970 as of 2022

By South Ohio News | Aug 15, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 28.8% of income in Brown County, an alarming 19.8% surge from 9% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.

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Rep. Johnson highlights growth and key destinations in Ohio tourism sector

By South Ohio News | Aug 14, 2025

State Representative Mark Johnson (R-Chillicothe) has announced that Ohio’s tourism industry attracted more than 240 million visitors in 2024.

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FOIA request sent to Jackson County Sheriff's Office regarding number of applications on August 14, 2025

By South Ohio News | Aug 14, 2025

FOIA Request to Jackson County Sheriff's Office regarding number of applications and tracking on August 14, 2025.

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FOIA request sent to Scioto County Sheriff's Office regarding job applications on August 14, 2025

By South Ohio News | Aug 14, 2025

FOIA Request to Scioto County Sheriff's Office regarding number of applications and tracking on August 14, 2025.

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FOIA request sent to Lawrence County Sheriff's Office regarding job applications on August 14, 2025

By South Ohio News | Aug 14, 2025

FOIA Request to Lawrence County Sheriff's Office regarding the number of applications and tracking on August 14, 2025.

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FOIA request sent to Vinton County Sheriff's Office regarding job applications on August 14, 2025

By South Ohio News | Aug 14, 2025

FOIA Request to Vinton County Sheriff's Office regarding the number of applications and tracking on August 14, 2025.

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FOIA request sent to Shawnee State University regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025

By South Ohio News | Aug 6, 2025

FOIA Request to Shawnee State University regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.

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Ohio State Rep Justin Pizzulli marks milestone with message about service

By South Ohio News | Aug 5, 2025

Today, Ohio State Rep. Justin Pizzulli (R-Columbus) marked a personal milestone as his Toyota Yaris surpassed 300,000 miles.

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Highland County sees a 19.9% increase in transfer reliance since 1970

By South Ohio News | Aug 2, 2025

In 2022, government transfers contributed 29.8% of income in Highland County. How does this compare to historical figures?

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FOIA request sent to Jackson County Sheriff's Office regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025

By South Ohio News | Jul 29, 2025

FOIA Request to Jackson County Sheriff's Office regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.

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FOIA request sent to Vinton County Sheriff's Office regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025

By South Ohio News | Jul 29, 2025

FOIA Request to Vinton County Sheriff's Office regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.

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Ohio's state budget approved with focus on education and public safety

By South Ohio News | Jul 25, 2025

State Representative Justin Pizzulli (R-Scioto County) announced the approval of the conference committee report for Am.

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Ross County sees a 20.5% increase in transfer reliance since 1970

By South Ohio News | Jul 19, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 29.9% of income in Ross County, an alarming 20.5% surge from 9.4% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.

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Brown County ranks 28th in Ohio for highest government transfer income percentage in 2022

By South Ohio News | Jul 10, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 28.8% of income in Brown County—ranking it 28th most dependent among Ohio counties.