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SAFE For Children Community Board
Juneteenth: Celebrating Freedom and Reflecting on the Journey
Juneteenth, celebrated annually on June 19, commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. Known by various names such…
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Ohio House Passes Bill to Establish Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Study Commission
The Ohio House of Representatives voted on HB 352, aiming to establish the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Study Commission, a…
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Nearly a Third of Ohio High School Girls Have Seriously Considered Suicide, New Report Finds
A local woman aims to assist young children in managing stressors and enhancing confidence amid a reported mental health crisis…
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Lawyer Bills SWCSD Tens of Thousands, Parents Concerned With Transparency
Omar Tarazi, an attorney and Norwich Township fiscal officer, has invoiced South-Western City Schools for tens of thousands of dollars…
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Spotlight of the Week: Malissa Thomas-St. Clair
Malissa Thomas-St. Clair, a dedicated 48-year resident of Columbus, Ohio, exemplifies a deep-rooted commitment to her city and its people.…
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Children Spotlight of the Week: Taylor Copas
Taylor Copas embodies this powerful message, shining as bright as a diamond in all her endeavors. As a junior at…
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Smoking Cessation Program Helping Lower Infant Mortality Rate
A public health campaign in Columbus aims to improve the health of mothers and babies across Central Ohio, with a…
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City Council Passes Resolution to Support Black Mothers, Infants
The Columbus City Council passed a resolution recognizing the week starting April 11th as Black Maternal Health Week. The resolution…
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Woman Pleads Guilty to Fatal Stabbing of 17-Year-old Girl, Faces up to Three Years in Prison
Bryanna Barozzini, aged 20, pleaded guilty to the fatal stabbing of a teenager in March 2023, changing her plea from…
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It’s Not Just Test Scores: Kids are Losing Developmental Skills
Pandemic-related learning loss has affected students' fundamental developmental skills, such as sharing and fine motor abilities like using scissors. According…
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