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Central Ohio man sets Guinness World Record
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Zane Miller has entered himself to the Guinness Book of World Records. He broke the record for most hops on a treadmill in one minute at 132 hops. He shares with Good Day Columbus how he wants to inspire his three daughters to accomplish anything.
Find your skincare routine for the summer
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — So, what does a summer-ready skincare routine entail? It's all about hydration, protection, and rejuvenation. From lightweight moisturizers that quench thirsty skin to broad-spectrum sunscreens that shield against UV damage, Spavia Day Spa of Bridge Park shares how each step plays a crucial role in maintaining optimal skin health and radiance. Check out their recent blog talking about embracing radiant skin this summer.
Tuesday morning Ohio State related VIP intel
Let's start off the day with several VIP intel items. 1) If one were to look at the Rutgers commitment list right now, they might wonder if they were seeing things. It is July 2, over five months till the start of the December Early Signing Period and Rutgers has 28 commitments. Syracuse has 26 commitments. The Buckeyes have 22 commitments and nearly 20 prospects that a case could be made for each one of them as still being a possibility to end up at Ohio State. With talk of the NCAA possibly expanding Division 1 scholarship players on the roster in 2025 to between 100 and 120 players with the elimination of walk-ons, some schools are going to sign bigger 2025 recruiting classes.
Former Columbus Zoo exec pleads guilty to 17 counts in $2M theft scandal
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A former Columbus Zoo executive who initially pleaded not guilty for his alleged involvement in a $2 million financial scam changed his plea in court Tuesday. Peter Fingerhut is the former director of marketing. He pleaded not guilty last October. Tuesday, however, he admitted his...
Over 140 former Colonial Village residents continue seeking permanent housing
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Over 500 households were forced to leave Colonial Village in Columbus after the city deemed the apartments unsafe. Many former residents were able to find affordable housing with help from the Community Shelter Board. However, Board Chief Program Effectiveness Officer Steve Skovensky said finding affordable housing in Columbus is challenging and believes it is now a community crisis.
Bryan Lavastida, Juan Brito lead Columbus Clippers past Toledo Mud Hens
Recap: Bryan Lavastida went 2 for 4 with three RBIs and Micah Pries homered for the Clippers. Lavastida's two-run single keyed a three-run third inning as Columbus jumped to a 4-0 lead. Juan Brito was 3 for 5 for the Clippers. Starting pitcher Xzavion Curry (2-6) allowed two runs on three hits in 5⅓ innings. He struck out seven and walked two.
Columbus Weather: Warmup on the way, storms arrive Wednesday
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Dry today as we start heating up more. Scattered rain & storms possible tomorrow through the end of the week from time to time. TUESDAY: Mix of sun & clouds, heating up, high 88. TONIGHT: Partly cloudy, hot, humid, low 71. WEDNESDAY – Alert Day:...
2024 Dispatch All-Metro: Who are the best high school boys tennis players in central Ohio?
Division II singles champion Henry Lessard of Bexley is among the dozen state qualifiers making up the 2024 Dispatch All-Metro boys tennis team. Lessard was announced as the Boys Tennis Athlete of the Year at the Central Ohio High School Sports Awards on June 20 at Mershon Auditorium. The show, which was produced with...
How Ross Bjork prepared to take over as Ohio State athletic director
When Ohio State hired Ross Bjork in January, it laid the groundwork for a smooth succession. The timing allowed Bjork to join the athletic department in March, spending four months as a senior advisor to Gene Smith, the longtime athletic director who retired last weekend. ...
Five-star linebacker is considering USC, Texas, Texas A&M and Ohio State
Five-star McKinney (Texas) linebacker Riley Pettijohn is announcing his commitment on July 6. His final schools are USC, Texas, Texas A&M and Ohio State. As it stands right now, Pettijohn is seen as a Texas lean, with a 93.2 percent confidence rating per the On3 Recruiting Prediciton Machine, which includes RPM picks in favor of the Longhorns from On3 recruiting expert Steve Wiltfong.
When livestock reach the highs in the heat zone it can be detrimental to their health
I spent much of the spring wondering if summer would ever arrive, and she definitely chose to bare her teeth last week. Weather-wise, conditions have completely flipped from a month earlier. Many of you were struggling to get crops in the ground from the wet field conditions. Now, I think...
Ohio redistricting reform group submits more than 731,000 signatures, sets sights on November
Reporting more than 731,000 signatures submitted to the Ohio Secretary of State’s Office, Citizens Not Politicians said it cleared a massive hurdle in their plan to reform the state’s redistricting process by replacing politicians with a citizen commission. The group hoping to get a citizen-led redistricting commission inserted as an amendment to the Ohio Constitution […] The post Ohio redistricting reform group submits more than 731,000 signatures, sets sights on November appeared first on Ohio Capital Journal.
State has already tied record for tornadoes in a year
According to a report from Axios Columbus, Ohio has already tied the record for most tornadoes in a year and it’s only June. The Axios report indicates the state has experienced 62 tornadoes in 2024, matching the record set in 1992. Last year saw 60 tornadoes in Ohio according to the National Weather Service’s Wilmington, Ohio office.
Ohio charter schools founder admits to using school money to buy home
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The founder of two Columbus charter schools and former adviser for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security could be sentenced to up to 30 years in prison after he admitted to using money from the schools to purchase a $900,000 home. Abdirizak Farah, 59, pleaded guilty...
Columbus hosts largest event in fencing history looking to grow the sport further
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — They call it “the greatest show on strips.” This week, Columbus is hosting USA Fencing Summer Nationals with more than 6,200 athletes competing at the Convention Center. The event presents a pivotal moment for growing the sport and is expected to be the biggest in fencing history. And there’s plenty at […]
This 40 year-old pizzeria is for sale
A pizzeria that has served the greater Columbus area for over four decades is now for sale. According to Lithopolis-based realtor Megan Bell, Tommy Wayne’s Pizza—which is located approximately 45 minutes southeast of Downtown Columbus in Amanda, Ohio—is for sale. The pizzeria, which has been open for...
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