Ohio Senator Seeks To Replace Kasich As Gov., Avon's National Merit Finalists, Ohio Concealed Carry Is Up: Patch PM

CLEVELAND, OH – Here are some stories to talk about tonight on Ohio Patch:

Ohio Issues Record Number of Concealed Carry Licenses In 2016

• County sheriffs issued more than 158,000 licenses in 2016. That's the highest total since 2004.

Ohio Senator Joe Schiavoni Announces Bid For Governor

• The Ohio Senate Minority Leader looks to replace John Kasich in 2018. He is the first Democrat to officially declare in the race.

Former Lakewood Employee Indicted For Gross Sexual Imposition, Kidnapping

• Jose Alvelo, 68, worked for the city for six years. He was fired Feb. 28 after the indictment was handed down by a Grand Jury.

Shaker Heights Tree Contest Information

• Have a special or weird tree in your yard? That oak tree could earn Heritage status and be honored on Arbor Day. Read on for more info.

Westlake Students To Put On David Bowie Concert With Orchestra Group

• City Music Cleveland will join the Westlake High School Orchestra for a performance called Bowie XL.

Avon High School Has 2 National Merit Finalists

• The students will be competing with 15,000 other high schoolers for $33 million in scholarships.

Strongsville Colonial Home Comes With Jetted Bathtub, 3 Fireplaces

• WOW House: With five bedrooms, four full bathrooms and one half bathroom, there's plenty of space for your family to spread their wings.

» Across America

• What Is YouTube TV? Company Promises Chance To Stream Your Favorite Programs
• Question Of The Week: Is President Trump Right To Go After Obamacare?
• Uber CEO Sorry He Didn't Apply Brakes To His Mouth

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