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Rulli, Joyce have major financial advantage over challengers

U.S. Reps. Dave Joyce and Michael Rulli, the two Republicans who represent the Mahoning Valley, each raised more than $250,000 in the third quarter of the year, dwarfing what their Democratic challengers collected for their entire campaigns. Even after spending $1,046,511 in the third quarter, between July and September, Joyce, R-Bainbridge, had $2,327,622 in his campaign fund as of Sept. 30. Maria Jukic of Euclid, his Democratic challenger in the 14th Congressional District race, had $25,140.84 in her fund as of Sept. 30. Rulli, R-Salem, had $461,477.12 in his campaign fund as of ...

Wildlife Legacy Stamp will feature gray fox

An eye-catching photo of a gray fox was selected as the featured image for the 2027 Ohio Wildlife Legacy Stamp. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife announced the photo, taken by Todd Hawkins of Marietta, was selected from a field of 99 wildlife images. All stamp ...

On the Record: Struthers Board of Education

Struthers WHAT: October Board of Education meeting PRESENT: Walter Baber, Kristin Fox, Joseph Fuline, Robert Noble and Ron Shives The board: * Approved the financial report and investments for the month of September, 2026. * Accepted a donation of $2,500 from Michael Klacik to the Struthers High School band program. * Accepted donations to the elementary school from Kelly Ryan and Fit Body Boot Camp, both for school supplies. * Approved medical leaves of absence for several employees under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). * Approved administrator Craig Rodik as a ...

YSU president’s talk aimed at assisting veterans

STEUBENVILLE — Bill Johnson's response to a question from Steubenville Mayor Ralph Petrella was delivered in a very straight-forward fashion. "You're here - and that's step No. 1," Johnson said after Petrella asked what city government could do to help men and women who were looking to ...

Oct. 20 community news: OCCHA sets annual gala

OCCHA GALA: Organizacion Civica Cultural Hispana Americana, Inc. (OCCHA) has set its 54th annual fundraising gala 5:30 to 10 p.m. Saturday at Mr. Anthony's Banquet Center, 7440 South Ave. Tickets are $50 and can be purchased at OCCHA, 3660 Shirley Road, Youngstown, or by calling 330-781-1808. The gala is for adults only and a cash bar will be available. HALLOWEEN RUNNING EVENT: Beacon of the Valley invites runners, walkers, families and community members to take part in its Halloween 5K Run & 1-Mile Walk on 10 a.m. Sunday at the Hubbard School Complex, 350 Hall Ave. SE, Registration ...

West Branch seeks 1-mill permanent improvement levy

The West Branch Local School District will have a 1-mill additional levy for permanent improvements on the Nov. 3 ballot to raise $441,474 annually for five years. The levy will cost $35 a year per $100,000 property value. West Branch Superintendent Matthew Manley said the levy funds would help with safety issues and upgrades. “The top projects are: a fire suppression system, new PA systems (because the present one is dying), safety lanyards for staff for immediate help, security cameras (they need upgraded after 25 years), and repaving of lots and school roadways,” Manley said. ...