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“Data Center Resistance” and its accompanying podcast are connecting communities confronting large-scale projects across the United States A new Ohio-based nonprofit organization is attempting to bring national attention—and national coordination—to the growing number of communities fighting large data center developments. "Data Center Resistance" was formed to support residents concerned about…
Former State Representative Matt Lundy is seeking a return to the Ohio House. Voters in Ohio’s 53rd House District will decide a sharply contrasting Democratic primary this spring, as former state Rep. Matt Lundy seeks a return to Columbus after more than a decade, facing former Lorain City Councilman Dan Nutt in a race defined as much by campaign activity as by credentials. The 53rd District,…
Data Centers are spending half a million dollars to stop Ed FitzGerald Voters in Ohio's 7th Congressional District are being bombarded by almost half a million dollars in TV commercials, paid for by the Data Center industry, trying to defeat frontrunner Ed FitzGerald in the May 5th Democratic Primary. The commercials are paid for by something called the "Jobs and Democracy PAC", which is a…
Citizens are gathering petitions to force a vote on whether Ohio should ban data centers. New Russia Township Proposed Data Center is at the Center of Controversial Data Center Issue Sweeping Ohio A newly launched citizen initiative could place Ohio voters at the center of a high-stakes debate over the future of digital infrastructure, as organizers work to qualify a proposed constitutional…
The leading candidates for Ohio's 7th congressional district are squaring off A growing political dispute is unfolding in Ohio’s 7th Congressional District between the two leading candidates, Democratic candidate Ed FitzGerald and incumbent Republican Max Miller, as they clash over Miller’s refusal to hold town hall meetings for constituents. The conflict intensified this week when FitzGerald went…
Crews are working overtime to clean up the mess. NORTHEAST OHIO — Powerful winds swept across Northeast Ohio on Friday as a strong storm system moved through the Great Lakes, knocking out power, damaging buildings, and scattering debris across communities from the lakeshore to inland counties. Wind gusts reached extreme levels during the afternoon, with measurements of about 85 mph at Cleveland…
After receiving an ultimatum from county commissioners, county workers went on strike Members of the United Auto Workers employed by Lorain County government began a strike this week after county officials presented what union representatives described as a final contract ultimatum during ongoing labor negotiations. Picket lines formed outside county facilities in Elyria and other locations across…
The persistent snowfall is causing trouble for plowing operations Northeast Ohio communities are grappling with road salt shortages as repeated winter storms strain supplies and complicate snow and ice control efforts across the region. Municipalities and private snow-removal operators alike report that stockpiles typically relied upon during peak winter months have been depleted earlier than…
Max Miller and Ed FitzGerald are locked in a tight battle for Congress in Ohio's 7th District Comments made by Rep. Max Miller during a recent appearance on a conservative podcast have sparked controversy in Ohio’s 7th Congressional District, prompting a sharply worded response from Democratic challenger Ed FitzGerald that has since gone viral online. In the podcast interview, Miller addressed the…
Joe Fouche appears to be breaking away from the pack in January's special election for Mayor of Oakwood. OAKWOOD VILLAGE, Ohio — The mayoral campaign of Joe Fouche is showing signs of growing momentum as it continues to emphasize his professional background and a detailed vision for the future of Oakwood Village. Oakwood residents were shocked at the passing of longtime mayor Gary Gottschalk this…
