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Even Jeremiah Smith is surprised by his dominant role at Ohio State
Any recruiting expert could have told you that Ohio State freshman wide receiver Jeremiah Smith was going to be good.Smith, from Opa Locka, Florida, was the consensus No. 1 overall recruit in the 2024 class. You don't often see the No. 1 overall slot be a wide receiver. That's usually a spot reserved for quarterbacks, offensive linemen or pass rushers, but that's how good of a prospect Smith was coming out of Chaminade-Madonna Prep.Ohio State was thrilled to win the recruiting battle for him, and through three games as a freshman, he's already lived up to the hype.He's caught 14...
Columbus ranks among least rude cities in U.S., survey finds
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A recent analysis has named the “rudest” cities in America, finding Columbus is among the top five locations where residents experience the least amount of inconsiderate behavior. Preply.com, a language learning resource, released its 2024 ranking of the most and least rude cities in the country last month. In July 2024, […]
Silent march to take place across campus Saturday to raise awareness for voter registration and education
A look down 18th Avenue on Ohio State’s North Campus, where the March on Scarlet will pass through. Credit: Kyrie Thomas | Campus LTV Producer. Ohio State’s chapter of the NAACP will host a silent march Saturday to promote voter registration and education across campus.
HighBall Halloween returns to Short North with free admission
HighBall Halloween, the nation's most elaborate costume party, will be held in the Short North Arts District on Oct. 26, 2024, featuring performances by Nina West, Parker Louis & Friends, MojoFlo, and more and will be free to the general public.
Economic Development Spotlight: TIF a catalyst for growth
Tax Increment Financing (TIF) is a powerful economic development tool which has been instrumental in fostering growth and revitalization in cities across the country, and Pickaway County. This innovative financing mechanism enables municipalities to stimulate residential, commercial, and industrial development, driving economic growth and enhancing the quality of life for residents. A TIF is a public financing method that captures the future tax benefits of real estate improvements to fund current infrastructure projects. When a TIF is set up, the property tax base is frozen...
Inclusivity key to Columbus dance company
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A local dance company hopes to expand its reach to more young kids and people of color throughout the city. Leaders with the Columbus Dance Theater said they commit to bringing accessibility to dance education for everyone who seeks it. The Columbus Dance Theater is trying to ensure everyone in […]
ESPN-branded sportsbook and restaurant to open inside Hollywood Casino Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — An ESPN-branded sportsbook and restaurant will be unveiled Saturday inside Hollywood Casino Columbus. Located in the middle of Hollywood Casino’s main floor, the ESPN Bet Sportsbook is a rebranding of the sportsbook that was in the same spot, which was originally a Barstool Sportsbook but is now called “The Sportsbook at […]
Affordable childcare proves to be difficult in growing cities
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Finding affordable childcare is challenging. In August, the YWCA Columbus added more locations for after-school programs to serve more than 1,200 kids in central Ohio. "A lot of our families are struggling with affordability, and not just affordability, but finding those quality programs for their kids...
What’s Up: Columbus sports bars to check out during Ohio State football away games
Ohio State football is gearing up for its first away game of the season, taking on the Michigan State University Spartans Saturday at 7:30 p.m. in East Lansing, Michigan. The matchup is exclusive to streaming service Peacock, making it difficult for fans who don’t have — or want to pay for — the platform to watch the game.
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