🔌 Liberty Township restricts EV charging stations to protect first responders. Fire Chief Ethan Klussman raised concerns about the unique fire risks posed by lithium-ion batteries, which can lead to intense, difficult-to-extinguish fires. The new resolution prohibits charging stations in below-grade parking, non-sprinklered enclosed garages, and beneath certain multi-family buildings. Emergency shutdown devices are now required, and installations must follow national safety standards. Single-family homeowners can still charge vehicles in their garages, while the restrictions target public and commercial locations.
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🗳️ Republicans pick three candidates for Cincinnati City Council race. The Hamilton County GOP has endorsed Gary Favors, Liz Keating, and Linda Matthews for the upcoming election. Favors, 58, is a special education teacher from Avondale with previous political experience. Keating, 41, is the last Republican to serve on the council until being voted out in 2023. Matthews, 65, is an Ohio GOP central committee member who owns a company specializing in permaculture and energy efficiency.
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🎨 Friends complete late artist's work in touching tribute. The "Rag Tag Artists" have transformed William "Bill" Dirkes' unfinished sketch into a collaborative piece titled "Last Ride" following his April passing. Dirkes, a beloved commercial and fine artist known for capturing rural beauty, left the panel to his friend Jim Conroy with hopes it would help others. The completed artwork will be auctioned at Behringer-Crawford Museum's freshART event, with all proceeds benefiting youth education programs. This fulfills Dirkes' final wish to "be good to one another" while celebrating BCM's 75th anniversary.
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Spacious family haven corner lot: This 4-bed, 2.5-bath Amelia home with 1,851 sq ft plus partially finished basement is listed for $319,900. The corner lot property features a flex space, open kitchen, primary suite with walk-in closet, and fenced backyard.
Country living with luxury touches: For $289,900, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home in Stonelick Township boasts an open concept design, an oversized garage, and numerous updates, all nestled on a peaceful wooded lot just minutes from Milford amenities.