12/28/17 – 5:30 A.M.

We continue our look back at 2017 today, recapping the top stories of the year as suggested by our listeners. Today we look at what may have been the biggest story in area politics.

After serving in the Ohio Senate for six years, Cliff Hite suddenly stepped down from his post on October 17. After much speculation about the reason, Hite admitted he had “inappropriate conversations” with a woman who worked in another state office.

Once the sexual harassment allegations came to light, Senate President Larry Obhof strongly suggested Hite step down.

Hite represented the 1st Ohio Senate District and also chaired the Senate Agriculture committee.

The Senate Republican Caucus picked State Representative Rob McColley to replace Hite in the State Senate.