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Olentangy Schools Celebrates 22 National Merit Semifinalists
These students among the top one percent of seniors nationwide. Olentangy Schools is celebrating the impressive achievement of 22 high school students who have been named National Merit Semifinalists by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. This prestigious recognition places these students among the top one percent of seniors nationwide, highlighting their exceptional academic performance and dedication.
Waldeck Avenue’s pocket park nears completion, grand opening expected this fall
The back of one of many painted benches resting in front of the Indianola Presbyterian Church’s lawn to create a “pocket park” for the surrounding community. Credit: Nicole DeFabio | Lantern Reporter.
COTA waiving fees for veterans, voters
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) is promoting the democratic process and also saluting our veterans. For the sixth year in a row, COTA is letting all customers ride for free on Election Day, Nov. 5, with all fares being waived. Check NBC 4’s election guild to find your polling location […]
Following the future: Most of the Ohio State commits are in action this weekend
It is another weekend of high school football in Ohio and across the country. And you can follow how the Ohio State verbal commitments are doing in action all weekend on our Front Row message board thread. The prep season is well underway and most of the Ohio State commitments are in action this weekend.
Columbus, Austin leaders discuss struggle to maintain public safety needs amid rapid population growth
COLUMBUS, Ohio — With more than one million new people moving to the central Ohio region in years to come, Columbus is on a hiring spree for public safety. “We have never before as a city invested in three classes a year for several years in a row,” said Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther. “It's unprecedented.”
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