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Ohio EPA pulls proposed rules for streams
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency withdrew proposed regulations meant to strengthen protections for streams after business groups complained that they might cost too much.
Ohio vies to land crackerjack of a plant
Ohio stands to gain thousands of jobs even if the state loses out on the prized petrochemical plant that Shell Oil plans for Appalachia, experts say.
Ohio State Holds Off Wisconsin 58-52 in Madison:...
On Saturday, Feb. 4, No. 3 Ohio State beat 19th-ranked Wisconsin 58-52. The victory marked the first time the Buckeyes have defeated the Badgers on the road in the Thad Matta era. Overall, the win broke a nine-game losing streak at Wisconsin.
Ohio dominates Central Michigan 68-42
Walter Offutt scored 17 points and Nick Kellogg added 14 as Ohio University dominated Central Michigan 68-42 on Saturday for its sixth straight win. The Bobcats (19-4, 7-2 Mid-American Conference) matched their win total for all of last season. Kellogg and D.J. Cooper combined to open the game with three straight 3-pointers, putting Ohio up 9-1 early.
Ohio State's Meyer defends recruiting practices
There must have been a lot of interesting give-and-take when the Big Ten football coaches met at the conference offices on Friday. New Ohio State coach Urban Meyer faced off with at least a couple of coaches who have been reported saying they question his poaching of recruits who had already committed to other programs.
Ohio bill would ban new ownership of exotic pets
Proposed legislation in Ohio would ban the purchase of lions, bears and other exotic animals, but current owners of the dangerous wildlife would be allowed to keep them as pets if they meet strict new requirements.
Ohio St.-Wisconsin Preview
Ohio State has unhappy memories from its visit to Madison last season. In fact, it has been more than a decade since it left Wisconsin with a win. With first place in the Big Ten on the line, the third-ranked Buckeyes will try to end a nine-game road losing streak to the No. 19 Badgers on Saturday. Ohio State (19-3, 7-2) hasn't picked up a win in Madison since 2000 even though it has been ranked ...
Ohio group seeks tax increase on oil, gas billions
As Gov. John Kasich prepares to deliver his State of the State speech in the heart of Ohio's shale drilling region, a liberal policy group is proposing that he and other policymakers bring the state's taxes on oil and gas profits in line with those of Texas.
Ohio casino rules govern chip color, size, more
Regulators of Ohio's new casino industry have drafted enough rules to make a card counter dizzy - dictating the color and size of betting chips, how to handle background checks and who fixes slot machines.

Miami County deputies step up weekend patrols
The Miami County Sheriff's Office will deploy additional deputies for the New Year's holiday weekend.
RedHawks shut down Xavier star Holloway but are...
CINCINNATI - The Miami University men's basketball team held Xavier senior All-American Tu Holloway without a field goal for 29 minutes Friday night, but holding on to the basketball proved to be the more difficult challenge.
Close loss to Xavier gives Miami little...
By Jay Morrison Staff Writer CINCINNATI - The Miami University men's basketball team played 30 minutes of solid basketball Friday night at Xavier to put itself in position to beat a ranked opponent for the first time in 10 years.
Turnovers doom RedHawks against XU
By Jay Morrison Staff Writer CINCINNATI - The Miami University men's basketball team held Xavier senior All-American Tu Holloway without a field goal for 29 minutes Friday night, but holding on to the basketball proved to be the more difficult challenge.
Elizabeth, Bethel trustees on ballot
Voters in Miami County's Bethel and Elizabeth townships will be voting on one trustee each in the Nov.
Bike, hike, fish at Farrington Reserve
STAUNTON TWP., Miami County - The Miami County Park District's newest park offers opportunities for those who want access to the Great Miami River for fishing or just enjoying the outdoors and wildlife.
Miami bests No. 17 Ohio St. to end skid
Ohio State interim coach Luke Fickell was hoping his team would start quickly, avoid giving up big plays and take advantage of any opportunities Miami provided. The Buckeyes failed on all counts, and now are in danger of slipping out of the AP Top 25 for the first time in nearly seven years. Lamar Miller ran for 184 yards -- 54 on Miami's first play from scrimmage -- and Jacory Harris threw two...
Miami University suspending accelerated MBA
Miami University is suspending its accelerated full-time MBA program, the Cincinnati Business Courier reports.The change will take effect once the current Farmer School of Business class graduates in summer 2012, the paper reported. Miami blamed the decision in part on a 17 percent cut in state funding."The challenging economic climate and reductions in state support for higher education have forced every school and department, including the Farmer School, to make difficult decisions," Bobby...
Miami halts accelerated MBA program
Miami University is suspending its accelerated full-time MBA program once the current class graduates in summer 2012."The challenging economic climate and reductions in state support for higher education have forced every school and department, including the Farmer School, to make difficult decisions," Bobby Gempesaw, Miami's provost, said in a news release.Miami's funding from the state of Ohio was cut by 17 percent this fiscal year.Roger Jenkins, dean of the Farmer School of Business at Miami,...
Miami University halts accelerated MBA program
Miami University is suspending its accelerated full-time MBA program once the current class graduates in summer 2012."The challenging economic climate and reductions in state support for higher education have forced every school and department, including the Farmer School, to make difficult decisions," Bobby Gempesaw, Miami's provost, said in a news release.Miami's funding from the state of Ohio was cut by 17 percent this fiscal year.Roger Jenkins, dean of the Farmer School of Business at Miami,...
Ohio State expecting Miami's best shot on Saturday...
COLUMBUS, Ohio - No. 17 Ohio State has already moved on from Saturday's close call against Toledo. Next up is a date with a program that has gone through a lot of the same trials and tribulations as the Buckeyes - Miami. Interim coach Luke Fickell stressed that his team wouldn't take a lot of time to reflect on the 27-22 victory - a last-ditch drive by the Rockets died at the Buckeyes 17 with 48 ...
NewPage narrows loss in second quarter
NewPage Corp. posted a $132 million loss in the second quarter.The Miami Township-based paper manufacturer on Monday reported the loss, which marks an improvement from the $174 million loss in the same period of 2010.Officials said NewPage experienced significant increases in input costs during the first half of 2011 because of price hikes in wood, chemicals and pulp."During the quarter we were able to realize improved pricing even as we experienced inflationary pressure and some softening of...
Board readies ?for Aug. 2 ?election
TROY - Miami County's Board of Elections is consolidating some polling locations for the Aug.
Miami County's moves meant to save
TROY - Miami County commissioners' bid to combine two clerk of courts positions into one isn't the only restructuring going on within county operations.
National Collegiate Hockey Conference unveiled
Miami's new hockey home has a name. Beginning with the 2013-14 season, the RedHawks will compete in the newly formed National College Hockey Conference alongside North Dakota, Denver, Colorado College, Minnesota-Duluth and Nebraska-Omaha.
Miami County Park District to bid construction of...
The Miami County Park District has received approval from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources to bid construction of a bike path section north of Troy.
D-II job prepares Miami's offensive coordinator
By Pete Conrad Staff Writer OXFORD - John Klacik's new job at Miami University is to make sense of an offense with two established quarterbacks, no established running back and an injury-riddled line.
County road resurfacing reduced
TROY - Miami County's 2011 road resurfacing program will cover 13.18 miles instead of about 30 miles that should be done to meet an industry standard of resurfacing every 10 years.
Talent show for kids, teens June 30
WASHINGTON TWP., Montgomery County - The Miami Valley Recreation Activities Council is hosting the annual Americana Amateur Talent contest for ages 19 and younger next week.
NewPage hires Jay Epstein as CFO
NewPage Corp. has tapped Jay Epstein as its new chief financial officer.The Miami Township-based paper manufacturer on Thursday announced Epstein would join the company's senior leadership team on July 5. He will replace Curtis Short, who was serving in the role on an interim basis following the April resignation of David Prystash.Prior to joining NewPage, Epstein served as vice president finance, treasurer and secretary of Brant Industries, where he also provided senior leadership to its...
First soaring temps of the season pose biggest...
The Miami Valley on Wednesday sweated through another 90-degree day, prompting public health and safety officials to urge everyone to take it easy.
Former Miami University President Shriver dies
The man who led Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, through much of the 1960s and '70s has died at the age of 88, the Cincinnati Enquirer reports.Phillip Shriver died Saturday in Oxford, where he served as Miami's president from 1965 to 1981. He spent more than 30 years at the university, retiring from teaching in 1998, the paper reported.Shriver's career in academia spans 52 years, including a nearly 20-year stint at Kent State University before he arrived in Oxford, the paper...
Former Miami president dies
Former Miami University President Phillip Shriver died Saturday at age 88.Shriver oversaw tremendous growth of Miami University during his 16 year tenure as its president, according to the Dayton Daily News.Shriver was named as the 17th president of Miami University in 1965 and held the position until 1981. During his tenure, he oversaw new campuses being opened in Middletown, Hamilton, and overseas in...
Padres' Harang outpitches Miami's Ely
The Los Angeles Dodgers called up right-hander John Ely, a Miami University product, to start Sunday's game against the San Diego Padres and sent down third-string catcher A.J. Ellis.
Freshman steps up to help end Miami's 30-year...
OXFORD - Bryon Paulazzo was starting to wonder if he'd ever score another goal. The Miami University freshman forward from Redwood City, Calif., hit pay dirt in just his third collegiate game, the RedHawks' fourth goal in a 6-3 victory over St.

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