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NIL bylaw violations likely the reason for Jamier Brown's suspension by OHSAA

NIL bylaw violations likely the reason for Jamier Brown's suspension by OHSAA

The OHSAA likely suspended Ohio State football recruit Jamier Brown for two games for two rules violations related to NIL.
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Ohio tornado total in Aug. 11 derecho rises again. Where they touched down

Ohio tornado total in Aug. 11 derecho rises again. Where they touched down

The number of tornadoes out of severe thunderstorms and a possible derecho that struck Central and Southwest Ohio on Aug. 11 is growing again.
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Columbus venues host tributes to honor Dolly Parton

Columbus venues host tributes to honor Dolly Parton

Even an upcoming showing of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" is planning a tribute to Dolly and its own star, the late Tim Curry.
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Old Farmer's Almanac 2026 forecasts 'mostly mild' winter

Old Farmer's Almanac 2026 forecasts 'mostly mild' winter

The 2026 winter weather forecast from The Old Farmer's Almanac is out on Sept. 1. Here's a look at the regional forecasts.
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Ohio tornado total in Aug. 11 derecho rises again. See where they hit

Ohio tornado total in Aug. 11 derecho rises again. See where they hit

The number of tornadoes out of severe thunderstorms and a possible derecho that struck Central and Southwest Ohio on Aug. 11 is growing again.
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Ohio high school football powerhouse wins game day after theft accusations

Ohio high school football powerhouse wins game day after theft accusations

About 15-20 football players from Glenville High School were accused of stealing $4,500 of merchandise from a Dick's Sporting Goods.
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5 things to watch in central Ohio high school football Week 2

5 things to watch in central Ohio high school football Week 2

Dispatch high school sports reporters Dave Purpura and Frank DiRenna preview five things to watch for Week 2 of the 2026 OHSAA football season.
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Central Ohio high school girls soccer players to watch in 2026 season

Central Ohio high school girls soccer players to watch in 2026 season

Who are the best high school girls soccer players in the Columbus area? Here's our list of athletes to watch for the 2026 OHSAA season.
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Celebrate fall with some can't-miss festivals around central Ohio

Celebrate fall with some can't-miss festivals around central Ohio

Summer is ending and fall is here. Explore 25 local festivals to celebrate art, music and food in central Ohio.
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Easton mall to welcome new furniture, dining and 'theme park-style' brands

Easton mall to welcome new furniture, dining and 'theme park-style' brands

Easton Town Center is slated to add five new retailers, including a first-in-Ohio retail amusement park concept called MINISO Land.
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Cries of 'ambush' in Whitehall are nothing but a witch hunt | Letters

Cries of 'ambush' in Whitehall are nothing but a witch hunt | Letters

Letters: Where's the plot? The people who take care of us. Fighting prejudice with more prejudice.
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Ohio could close or convert struggling schools. CCS says that's a bad idea

Ohio could close or convert struggling schools. CCS says that's a bad idea

Columbus City Schools is speaking out about proposed changes Ohio that could close as many as 15 schools or convert them to charter schools.