Ken Gordon
The Columbus Dispatch
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New transportation program aims to help Linden residents access health care, job training
CVS Health announced a new partnership in which residents of a Linden ZIP code can access free rides to medical appointments or job-training programs. → Read More
Veteran Franklin County Sheriff's deputy dies of COVID-19
Franklin County Sheriff's deputy Terrance Bateman, a 25-year veteran of the department, died of COVID-19. → Read More
One dead in boating accident while duck hunting at Alum Creek State Park
Four people were duck hunting early Saturday at Alum Creek State Park when their boat began taking on water. Two were hospitalized and one died. → Read More
Dublin woman, a self-advocate, named to county board of developmental disabilities
Marci Straughter of Dublin is the first person with developmental disabilities to be named to the Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities. → Read More
Maryhaven announces resignation of CEO following investigation
The Greater Columbus addiction recovery and mental health center said CEO, Shawn Holt resigned after an investigation into his compensation, benefits. → Read More
About 70 Guard members deployed to Mount Carmel East to help with COVID-19 surge
Mount Carmel East is getting about 70 Ohio National Guard members to help in non-clinical roles. It is the first known deployment in Greater Columbus. → Read More
How to stick to an exercise program: Do what you like and be patient, experts say
Many who make a resolution to start exercising don't stick with it. Experts say keys include doing what you enjoy and being patient. → Read More
Health officials warn of no room in hospitals, staff shortages as new COVID-19 record set
Hospital officials are frustrated at those who remain unvaccinated as record numbers of COVID cases continue in Ohio. → Read More
Golf tournaments announce more than $5.5 million raised for Nationwide Children's Hospital
Tournament officials announced the 2021 Memorial and Nationwide Children's Hospital events raised more than $5.5 million for the hospital. → Read More
'We have plenty of food': Pantries coping with demand amid inflation, supply-chain issues
Rising costs and struggles to get products delivered are affecting food pantries. Despite that, area officials say they are coping with higher demand. → Read More
Gift to create mental health program at Ohio State personal for Schottenstein family
Jeffrey Schottenstein said the issues he experienced as a teen prompted the family's $10 million gift to Ohio State to create a mental health program → Read More
Greater Columbus Salvation Army facing critical shortage of bell ringers
As the iconic red-kettle campaign begins, the local Salvation Army reports a 97.5% shortage of volunteers. That threatens its 2022 programs. → Read More
Career Navy man Tom Lennon finds fulfillment helping connect veterans with companion dogs
Worthington resident Tom Lennon, who served 30 years in the Navy, volunteers with Veteran Companion Animal Services, helping vets find the right dog. → Read More
Shortage of cancer drug abraxane frustrates patients, providers alike
The cancer drug abraxane is in short supply because of a manufacturing delay. Some Greater Columbus patients have seen treatment plans altered. → Read More
Columbus announces $8.8 million in support to city's shelters for homeless people
The city will be spending $8.8 million of American Rescue Plan funds to help support staffers and institute new mental-health programs. → Read More
Man charged with murder after woman found dead in Madison Township fire
Firefighters responding Thursday to a Madison Township home found the body of a woman who had apparently been strangled and set afire, records show. → Read More
Home health care industry 'in crisis' leaves people scrambling to find help for loved ones
Families are scrambling to find home health care workers for their loved ones, as low pay and COVID-19 have created a critical shortage in the field. → Read More
`Angel in a white uniform' prompts doctor, Scotland native to spend 50 years in Columbus
Dr. Ian Baird is from Scotland but met his future wife in Columbus. He started at Riverside on Oct. 1, 1971 and is retiring from there 50 years later. → Read More
Westerville issues new mask rules, but does not go as far as other local cities
Westerville officials cite full hospitals for new mask order, but the requirements are not as stringent as in Columbus and several other suburbs. → Read More
New Licking County home for developmentally disabled kids honors Good family's wishes
After opposition last year to a group home for kids with developmental disabilities, Licking County officials found another site for a new home. → Read More