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Ohio Students Win $5,350 in Electric Co-op Scholarships
Acts of Kindness5h ago

Ohio Students Win $5,350 in Electric Co-op Scholarships

Two Ohio students turned local scholarship wins into even bigger opportunities, collecting thousands more in statewide awards. Their success shows how community investment creates new paths to education and careers.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Toledo Adds 12 Electric School Buses and Training Program
Planet WinsMar 20

Toledo Adds 12 Electric School Buses and Training Program

Toledo Public Schools is rolling out 12 new electric buses that will do double duty as classrooms on wheels. Students will learn to repair and maintain the fleet while the district saves up to $1 million annually.

Google News - School Innovation2 min read
Ohio Town Gets $6.5M Health Clinic and Job Training Hub
InnovationFeb 17

Ohio Town Gets $6.5M Health Clinic and Job Training Hub

Mingo Junction, Ohio is building a community innovation center that will bring the town its first medical clinic in years, plus free job training and youth programs. The $6.5 million facility opens this summer with no cost to local taxpayers.

Google News - School Innovation2 min read
Ohio Needs Foster Grandparents to Help Kids Learn
Acts of KindnessFeb 14

Ohio Needs Foster Grandparents to Help Kids Learn

Seniors 55 and older can earn a stipend while helping students with reading, math, and life skills through Ohio's Foster Grandparent program. The program has matched caring volunteers with children since 1972 and is still growing.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Ohio Senior Wins $500 Scholarship for Academic Excellence
Community HeroesFeb 7

Ohio Senior Wins $500 Scholarship for Academic Excellence

Ridgedale High School senior Johnathan Slaughterbeck earned Scholar Student of the Week honors and a $500 scholarship from Ohio State University at Marion. The award recognizes his stellar academics, leadership in FFA, and four years of dedication to football and basketball.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
Ohio Foundation Awards $1M+ in Student Scholarships
Acts of KindnessJan 22

Ohio Foundation Awards $1M+ in Student Scholarships

The Richland County Foundation is opening its scholarship application season, offering financial support to students at every stage of their educational journey. Last year alone, the foundation awarded over $1 million to help local students pursue their dreams.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Piqua High Grad Leads Indiana to First National Title
Community HeroesJan 21

Piqua High Grad Leads Indiana to First National Title

A small Ohio town is celebrating as one of their own helped make college football history. Bryant Haines, who graduated from Piqua High School in 2004, just led Indiana University to its first-ever national championship as defensive coordinator.

Yahoo Sports2 min read