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Design Outreach aims to end global water poverty

Design Outreach aims to end global water poverty

Ohio engineers are using simple, durable technology to fix broken water pumps and provide clean water in Africa.
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Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Franklin, Pickaway counties

Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Franklin, Pickaway counties

The National Weather Service in Wilmington issued a severe thunderstorm warning at 3:11 p.m. Aug. 22, 2026, for Franklin and Pickaway counties.
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Wayfair Outlet in Dublin sets opening date, adding new option for discount furniture hunters

Wayfair Outlet in Dublin sets opening date, adding new option for discount furniture hunters

Wayfair Outlet's second central Ohio location will open soon in Dublin, offering furniture and home decor discounts of up to 70%.
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Property taxes a burning issue. Franklin County owners should check values now | Opinion

Property taxes a burning issue. Franklin County owners should check values now | Opinion

Franklin County property owners should not let the easiest opportunity they have to make sure their property's appraised value is right pass them by.
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Another round of storms expected this Saturday

Another round of storms expected this Saturday

The storms are predicted to hit between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m.
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5 things to watch in central Ohio high school football Week 1

5 things to watch in central Ohio high school football Week 1

The 2026 OHSAA football season is here. Dispatch reporters Dave Purpura and Frank DiRenna offer five things to watch in Week 1.
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Mikey's Late Night Slice opens 12th location Aug. 28

Mikey's Late Night Slice opens 12th location Aug. 28

The new Mikey's on Columbus' Far North Side is its third opening of 2026. The local chain now has 12 locations in three Ohio cities.
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Roads closed throughout central Ohio after flooding. See the list.

Roads closed throughout central Ohio after flooding. See the list.

Roadways can close without notice due to changing conditions. If you see high water, do not attempt to drive through it.
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The Barn is lighting a new spark for post-dinner cigars

The Barn is lighting a new spark for post-dinner cigars

The Cameron Mitchell restaurant offers diners a menu of 10 curated cigars. The list includes one infused with its own bourbon blend.
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Columbus activates Franklinton floodwall after heavy rain overnight

Columbus activates Franklinton floodwall after heavy rain overnight

A Columbus spokesperson said Aug. 20 crews were activating the Franklinton floodwall and installing floodgates on Greenlawn Avenue and Harmon Avenue
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What Angela Chapman's looking at as Columbus Schools starts a new year

What Angela Chapman's looking at as Columbus Schools starts a new year

With the first day of school upon Columbus Schools students, Superintendent Angela Chapman says the district is ready to move forward on academics.
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Columbus Schools moving forward with first day despite flooding

Columbus Schools moving forward with first day despite flooding

Despite heavy rain and flood warnings across central Ohio on Aug. 20, Columbus City Schools students headed back to class for the first day of school.