FATAL CRASH IS UNDER INVESTIGATION
The investigation continues into a multi-vehicle crash in Delaware County that claimed the lives of two women ages 54 and 64. According to the State Patrol, the crash occurred Wednesday around 8:30 pm, north of the intersection of U.S. 23 and Ohio 750 near Highbanks Metro Park. Two other people were transported to the hospital with serious injuries, and two others including a child were treated on the scene for minor injuries.
DRIVE SOBER CAMPAIGN
The 2025 "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign goes into effect across the country today and runs until Aug. 31. Newark police officers will be concentrating their efforts on state routes 13,16, and 79, as well as the 21st Street area.
COLUMBUS MAN PLEADS NOT GUILTY
A 59-year-old Columbus man facing drug charges in Licking County was back before a judge recently. Steven Haislet entered not guilty pleas to several charges including aggravated possession of meth. In July, police allegedly found meth and drug paraphernalia in Haislet's car. He posted bond and is awating trial.
OVERDOSE AWARENESS DAY RALLY
The community is invited to attend the upcoming 11th Annual International Overdose Awareness Day Rally. Trish perry, with Newark Homeless Outreach, says they will remember those who have lost their battle to addiction.
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Perry said the Overdose Awareness Day Rally will be held from 5:00-7:00 pm, Thursday, Aug. 28 at the Canal Market District in downtown Newark.
TOURISM IN OHIO
Ohio's tourism industry continued its upward momentum in 2024, welcoming millions of visitors, supporting jobs across all 88 counties, and generating billions in economic impact statewide.
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State Tourism Director Sarah Wickham said, across Ohio, visitor activity generated $57 billion in economic impact and $4.7 billion in state and local tax revenues.
MEETING IN ALASKA
A high-stakes meeting between two world leaders is set for later today in Anchoarge, Alaska. President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet to try and hammer out a deal to end the war in Ukraine.