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A golden anniversary in Zoar: Yenke Peddler antiques
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Historic Zoar Village will host its Golden Anniversary of the Antique Show, in addition to the annual Juried Artisan Show, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 27 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 28. This is a great antiques show featuring primitives, folk art and...
Beatty Park beautification and renovation underway thanks to new donations
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio (WTRF) — With a simple brick entrance tucked away on Lincoln Avenue, you would never guess Steubenville had a 99-acre nature park. But more people are becoming aware of Beatty Park, which means more donations are coming in to rebuild the city’s best-kept secret. A new outdoor amphitheater is about 75% built where […]
Local brewery honors Alexa Stakely, hosts fundraiser for son
CANAL WINCHESTER, Ohio (WCMH) — A local brewery will be holding a fundraising event Monday in honor of Alexa Stakely to show support for her family and raise money for her son. The staff at the Loose Rail Brewing say they were devastated when they found out about Alexas’s death. Chelsea Herbert, the event coordinator, said […]
Columbus police release more video from deadly Milwaukee shooting, officers ID'd
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Columbus police released additional body-worn camera videos, showing officers killing a man holding two knives in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and the aftermath. Thirteen bicycle officers gathered for a briefing about a mile away from the Republican National Convention when they noticed two men fighting. "He's got...
New Business – New Farm Market Opens in Circleville
Circleville, OH – A new farm market, Kirk’s Farm Market, has opened its doors in the former Bambi’s Farm Market location. The grand opening celebration is happening this week, and the market is inviting everyone to come and experience what they have to offer. Kirk’s Farm Market...
Columbus housing authority announces affordable housing coming to Columbus and Reynoldsburg
More affordable housing is coming to Reynoldsburg and Columbus, thanks to $38 million being invested in three properties by the Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA). The housing authority is making the investment as part of its goal to buy or develop as many as 500 units of multifamily housing each year. ...
WWII Veteran George Shelby to be Laid to Rest Today
(Logan, Ind.) - A member of America's Greatest Generation will be laid to rest today. George Shelby, of Logan, passed away on July 11, nearly a month after he turned 101 years old. Shelby is a World War II Veteran who proudly served in the U.S. Navy form 1943-1946 as...
Two central Ohio school districts join program providing free meals for all students
Pickerington Schools and Groveport Madison Schools have both announced that they will be providing free breakfast and lunch to all students. Both districts are participating in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) of the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program. With participation in the program, children will be automatically...
Former youth specialist linked to park vigil tragedy, charged with murder
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — New details emerged involving two suspects charged last month in connection with the shooting deaths of two people at a Columbus city park. Tyrez Turner, 18, and Ladavia Fortner, 31, were both charged with the murder after 18-year-old Jakwaun Kimbro and 29-year-old Lonnie Johnston were shot and killed June 3rd during a candlelight vigil for a young woman who was shot to death a few days earlier.
Jersey Mike's Sub open in Salem's Eastgate Shopping Center
A Jersey Mike's has opened in Salem on E. State Street, located in the Eastgate Shopping Center. Cedartown Foods, who runs the store, is holding a fundraiser to help Salem High School Athletics in honor of its grand opening this week. The fundraiser will be held until Sunday, July 21st.
Two German Village restaurants close, plus new food offerings in Dublin and Powell
Exciting announcements keep coming in the local food and drink scene, with several anticipated projects in the suburbs. No matter where you are in Central Ohio these days, there’s almost always something new to try. Here’s your latest Food News: ...
Knox Twp. Festival set Saturday with music, tractor pulls, kids fun
Classic cars, tractor pulls and games for children will be highlights of Saturday’s Knox Township Festival. Managed by Homeworth Community Group, the event will run noon to 10 p.m. at the North Georgetown Community Pavilion at North Georgetown Fire Department. George D. Worth Color Guard of North Georgetown American...
New buyer to tear down Latitude Five25
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A massive problem property in Columbus just sold to global institutional buyers less than two years after tenants were forced out Christmas Day. Now, attorneys say Latitude Five25 will face the wrecking ball within the year under the new owners who plan to start over.
Melt Bar and Grilled closes Easton location following bankruptcy filing
Melt Bar and Grilled has closed its Easton location one month after it filed for bankruptcy protection. “Navigating the restaurant industry in the post-pandemic world with growing economic and staffing issues is becoming increasingly difficult," Melt owner Matt Fish said in a statement. Melt's Easton location closed on Monday. Its...
Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers proves he’s still a Buckeye at heart
Quinn Ewers may not be wearing Scarlet and Gray anymore, but it’s clear he still has a deep connection to Ohio State. Ewers, of course, was the most highly-rated quarterback ever since high school rankings began in the early 2000s, and spent a season in Columbus in 2021. Ewers reclassified and enrolled late in the summer at OSU but saw little playing time as a true freshman. The Southlake, Texas native had always been a Texas Longhorns fan and decided to transfer back home the following season where he’s spent the past two seasons leading Steve Sarkisan’s team. But old habits die...
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