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Ohio Turnpike warns drivers of toll fee scam text: Here’s what you need to know
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission is warning drivers of a scam claiming to represent tolling agencies from across the country. So far, the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center has received more than 2,000 complaints reporting "smishing" texts representing road toll collection services. Smishing is a...
OSU’s Weak Schedule Does LIttle To Create Faith…Day Doubted In ‘Buckeye Nation’
Deemed ‘the best team money can buy’ by cynical fans, ‘Buckeye Nation’ is apparently less than impressed with the proof (strength) of schedule in 2024. The expensive part comes from the certain knowledge that talent like TreVeyon Henderson, Emeka Egbuka, and Denzel Burke did not return for one more year for the privilege of singing Carmen Ohio, post-game. NIL (name, image, and likeness) is what enticed them back…that and whatever human pride is left in college sports after losing to Michigan three straight years, and a dismal Cotton Bowl performance against Missouri last December 29, when the Buckeyes’ offense spit and sputtered its way to a 14-3 loss.
Son of an NBA legend has Ohio State basketball in final six schools
The Ohio State basketball program is rebuilding itself. Jake Diebler knows that missing the NCAA Tournament is unacceptable. They have done that in each of the last two seasons. It's the reason why Chris Holtmann is no longer the head coach and Diebler is the man. Ohio State has too...
Melt Bar and Grilled closes another location
CLEVELAND, Ohio – Melt Bar and Grilled has closed its location in Columbus. The restaurant was located in Easton Town Center at 4206 Worth Ave., Columbus. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
The Daily: Laine Trade Still a Probability; Kasper is No. 1
Columbus Blue Jackets general manager Don Waddell said Thursday that he is still plans to trade Patrik Laine, but he can’t guarantee he will move him. Waddell needs to wait until Laine leaves the NHL/NHL Players Association program to allow teams to talk to him. “His progress I keep...
Reds fans will hate latest roster move even though it's the right call
Deep breath, Reds fans. It's going to be okay. On Friday afternoon, the Cincinnati Reds activated TJ Friedl from the injured list after the centerfielder had been sidelined with a hamstring injury. But wait, there's more. In order to clear a spot for Friedl on the active roster, the Reds...
Monday start for USDA rabies vaccine drops in the Valley
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced plans to distribute oral rabies vaccine bait for wildlife in the Valley. The distribution begins July 29th and will run through most of August. The bait is green, contained in a blister pack and scented. The smell attracts wild animals, who eat the bait and are then vaccinated against rabies.
Ohio’s sales tax holiday expands to 10 days and includes more items
Families looking to save money as they head back to school will want to plan their shopping during the state’s annual sales tax holiday — this year expanded to 10 days and including more items than ever before. Gov. Mike DeWine announced the 2024 expanded sales tax holiday will take place from 12 a.m. Tuesday through 11:59 p.m. Aug. 8. In conjunction with the Ohio General Assembly, Mr. DeWine expanded the event’s length to 10 days and will allow tax-free purchases made in person or online on all eligible items of up to $500. Previous sales tax holidays ran three days, included only school-related items, and offered much lower purchase price limits of $75 maximum on an item of clothing, and $20 per item of instructional material and school supplies.
Columbus woman admits to buying guns in her name, giving them to convicted felon
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A Columbus woman has pleaded guilty to making false statements while purchasing a gun, an offence punishable by up to ten years in prison. Court Documents say 41-year-old Connie Bartley went to a Columbus gun show in February 2021 with a man. That man had a previous felony conviction, making him ineligible to purchase a gun at the show.
Tarapasta narrowly wins Scioto Open; BSS rookies in action
Columbus, OH — In a tight finish that saw nine horses covered by three lengths, Tarapasta reigned supreme in the $27,000 Fillies and Mares Open on Friday (July 26) at Eldorado Scioto Downs. At the start, Ainthesamewithoutu (Luke Hanners) made the early lead by the :26.1 quarter with the...
230-acre development deemed ‘traffic nightmare’ by locals moves forward
DELAWARE, Ohio (WCMH) — A proposal to build a 230-acre development in Delaware that residents previously said will aggravate the “central Ohio traffic nightmare” has moved another step forward. Metro Development is aiming to build a neighborhood named “Northwood” with 1,168 homes across 230.67 acres at the northwest corner of State Route 521 and the […]
Columbus bar loses Best New US Cocktail Bar title
Cobra, the Brewery District bar and restaurant that opened last October with a laid-back vibe and late-night bites, lost out to a New York nightspot Thursday for the title of Best New U.S. Cocktail Bar. Tales of the Cocktail Foundation, an international group whose annual awards have been called the Oscars of the...
“He made the guitar cry. It has the same spirit and the same soul that a human voice has”: Breakout TikTok guitarist Towa Bird channels her hero Jimi Hendrix with The Star-Spangled Banner performance ahead of 2024 MLS All-Star Game
Breakout TikTok guitarist Towa Bird made a special appearance at the Major League Soccer All-Star Game in Columbus, Ohio, to perform a guitar-fueled take on The Star-Spangled Banner. In a video posted on Towa Bird's social media, the announcer can be heard saying, “And now please welcome recording artist Towa...
Young child dies after crash in Concord Township, several others injured
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash in Concord Township that claimed the life of a young child. The crash occurred on Saturday around 4:06 p.m. 47-year-old Courtney Frederick of Ofstrander was driving a Dodge Durango, with Christopher Frederick and three children...
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