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Ohioan Neil Armstrong became the first person to walk on the moon 55 years ago
On July 20, 1969, awestruck viewers around the world watched on television as Ohioan Neil Armstrong become the first person to walk on the moon. Armstrong was born in Wapakoneta, Ohio, and spent his childhood moving because of his father’s career as an auditor with the state. He lived in 16 different...
Land bank low bidders revealed
The Highland County Land Reutilization Corporation (land bank) revealed the apparent lowest bidders for the 11 bid packages from the upcoming round of the Building Demolition and Site Revitalization Grant Program (BDSRGP). The apparent low bidder for Bid Package 1 was Evans Landscaping for a total of $13,300, which included...
Historical Society extends bridal exhibit through August; plans historical wedding recreation
A well-received vintage bridal exhibit at the Highland House Museum has been extended through Aug. 31 and will conclude with a second historical wedding recreation. The exhibit was originally scheduled to be on display from June 8-July 27. If you are interested in the dresses and customs of weddings from...
Summer interns learn teamwork skills at Fluor-BWXT Portsmouth
PIKETON--Lean Six Sigma training is designed to simplify processes and increase efficiency in the workplace. Summer interns with Fluor-BWXT Portsmouth (FBP) at the Department of Energy site in Piketon recently participated in the training to help them earn White Belt certifications in the program. “We want our interns to get...
Family Of Black Man Killed By Cops Near RNC Says He Was Defending Himself When Shot
The sister of Samuel Sharpe Jr., the Black man shot and killed during the RNC says her brother’s life was in danger when police killed him. The post Family Of Black Man Killed By Cops Near RNC Says He Was Defending Himself When Shot appeared first on NewsOne.
KFC baseball goes 15-0
KFC went 15-0 in C-League baseball regular season play at Richard Shaffer Park. Kids front left to Jamison, Zeck Bourne, Bridger Bourne, Jack Fauber, Hayden Pitzer, Savion Seals, back left to right Kids Jayceon Curtis, LeBron Haithcock, Jude Yuellig, Si Harper, Chase Willey, Trynn Zornes. Back left to right Evan Turner assistant coach, Tay Haithcock team camera man, Coach Nick Fauber, assistant coach Dave Fauber, Coach Brad Haithcock, Matt Willey assistant coach, Cody Jamison assistant coach, Latrell Haithcock assistant coach.
Canal Winchester apartment complex sells for $40 million
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — An apartment complex bordering Columbus and Canal Winchester has been sold for $40 million. The Moors at Countryview, located along Cross Ridge Lane, were recently sold to an LLC with a connection to global investment manager Nuveen. A spokesperson for the firm confirmed the acquisition and said current residents of the […]
Local restaurant vandalized with racist graffiti; local businesses pitch in to help clean it up
A local, beloved Mediterranean restaurant was vandalized yesterday, but thanks to other local businesses, the racist remarks have already been cleaned off their windows. Lavash Cafe, located at 2985 N. High St. in Clintonville since 2008, posted on their Instagram account that someone vandalized their doors with racist graffiti, but that the community is rallying behind them. “We love our Clintonville neighborhood because of moments like this,” Lavash posted. “Last night, someone messaged us after discovering racist graffiti on our windows and new vinyl bakery door.”
Unlocking the archive: Injuries forced some shuffling for the Waverly Tigers in 1955
It was 1955 and the Waverly Tigers football team had entered the season as the defending champs of the Southern Ohio Conference. But already injuries were forcing changes to the team in the young season. Coach Carroll Hawhee reported that Phil Prather would be taking over as quarterback in the...
Hillsboro FFA volunteers at ballpark
On June 10th, The Hillsboro FFA Chapter was able to volunteer their time at the well-loved, Shaffer Ballpark. Everyone around the community loves spending time out in this amazing spot that brings us all together. There really is something special about this humble place, seeing as how the parking lots are full during every single summer evening.
Bond With Jake Diebler, Plans for Expanded Role Kept Devin Royal at Ohio State
Despite Devin Royal’s Buckeye State background and surge in the second half of last season, there was still a decision for him to make when Ohio State’s basketball program transitioned from Chris Holtmann to Jake Diebler. Five of Royal’s teammates became teammates no more via the transfer portal....
Teachers union suing Columbus City Schools over substitute contracts
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – The union representing Columbus City School teachers is suing the board of education, alleging that Ohio code was violated when contracts were not renewed for some substitute teachers. The Columbus Education Association filed the lawsuit last week, saying the district’s decision affected 28 substitute teachers. All were notified around June 25 […]
Motion picture company coming to Dublin has high hopes for Ohio's film industry
Who needs Hollywood when you can make movies right here in central Ohio?. A film production company is betting big on the region, with plans to spend more than $20 million to turn an existing facility in Dublin into a state-of-the-art studio for motion pictures, television and commercials. Fallback Studios...
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