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Charter amendments and levies galore on ballots in Franklin County communities

Charter amendments and levies galore on ballots in Franklin County communities

Gahanna residents will vote on 10 charter amendment issues, while Madison Township seeks an additional total 6.88 mills to support public safety
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Are schools closed on Columbus Day? What to know in central Ohio

Are schools closed on Columbus Day? What to know in central Ohio

Many central Ohio schools are open on Columbus Day. Here’s what to know about school closures, mail, banks and trash pickup.
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92-year-old RaceTrac convenience store chain expands into new major market

92-year-old RaceTrac convenience store chain expands into new major market

The convenience store gas station chain has purchased land to build more stores in Ohio.
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New details emerge about Erica Crawley's parking tickets paid by Franklin County

New details emerge about Erica Crawley's parking tickets paid by Franklin County

Franklin County initially paid a $580 ticket after a commissioner parked in accessible spot meant for people with disabilities.
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Pedestrian dies after being struck by two vehicles that left scene

Pedestrian dies after being struck by two vehicles that left scene

An unidentified pedestrian was walking in the travel lanes of Cleveland Avenue when two vehicles hit the pedestrian, Columbus police said.
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Ohio high school football schedule Week 9, every Columbus-area OHSAA game

Ohio high school football schedule Week 9, every Columbus-area OHSAA game

See the schedule of Ohio high school football games in the Columbus area in Week 9 of the 2026 OHSAA season.
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Barack Obama to campaign with Ohio Democrats as he expands his outreach ahead of Election Day

Barack Obama to campaign with Ohio Democrats as he expands his outreach ahead of Election Day

Former President Barack Obama is heading to Ohio to support Democratic candidates in the Senate and governor's races
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Trump attacks immigrants from Somalia and Haiti while rallying in Ohio for Republican candidates

Trump attacks immigrants from Somalia and Haiti while rallying in Ohio for Republican candidates

President Donald Trump has tried to boost Republican Sen. Jon Husted’s reelection campaign by attacking Black immigrants during a rally in Ohio
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Build-A-Bear Workshop to Open New Location at Tanger Outlets Near Columbus, Ohio

Build-A-Bear Workshop to Open New Location at Tanger Outlets Near Columbus, Ohio

Build-A-Bear Workshop to Open New Location at Tanger Outlets Near Columbus, Ohio
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Can Acton's team really run Ohio? If so, winning this town may put her over top | Opinion

Can Acton's team really run Ohio? If so, winning this town may put her over top | Opinion

Amy Acton will have a big problem if she is elected governor. Her army.
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Four months in, Dispatch's kindness beat continues to grow

Four months in, Dispatch's kindness beat continues to grow

Our human kindness reporter reflects on first four months of covering local heroes.
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Is Costco open or closed on Columbus Day? See hours for Monday

Is Costco open or closed on Columbus Day? See hours for Monday

Oct. 12 is Columbus Day. Is Costco open or closed that day? Check out warehouse hours and holiday closures for the rest of the year.