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Ohio State Fair butter cow theme unveiled, honoring America 250

Ohio State Fair butter cow theme unveiled, honoring America 250

This year's butter cow theme at the Ohio State Fair puts a spotlight on America 250.
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Ohio State Fair has free admission for children, veterans, more

Ohio State Fair has free admission for children, veterans, more

The Ohio State Fair offers free admission for children, veterans, first responders and more.
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Velvet Ice Cream launches exclusive Star Spangled Swirl treat

Velvet Ice Cream launches exclusive Star Spangled Swirl treat

Velvet Ice Cream is celebrating America's 250th birthday with a new Star Spangled Swirl flavor at the 2026 Ohio State Fair and Ye Olde Mill.
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Ohio State Fair Introduces New and Inventive Food Offerings for 2026

Ohio State Fair Introduces New and Inventive Food Offerings for 2026

Ohio State Fair Introduces New and Inventive Food Offerings for 2026
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Hot Weather Expected During 2026 Ohio State Fair

Hot Weather Expected During 2026 Ohio State Fair

The 2026 Ohio State Fair is set to take place during some of the hottest days of the summer, according to the event's official guide (source: Ohio State Fair Guide, 2026-07-28). Visitors are advised to prepare for high temperatures by staying hydrated, wearing light-colored clothing, and taking breaks in air-conditioned areas. The fair will feature new attractions, including the Ohio Agriculture Center and the Ohio Showcase Building, alongside its usual rides, games, and food vendors. Parking is available for $10, with a free shuttle service from Columbus State Community College to the fairgrounds. Most transactions at the fair will be cashless, with RFID wristbands available for rides and games.
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Derecho, hail, heavy thunderstorms possible in central Ohio on July 27

Derecho, hail, heavy thunderstorms possible in central Ohio on July 27

A line of severe thunderstorms July 27 is expected to bring strong winds, possibly hail, and localized heavy rain across central Ohio.
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Ohio Agriculture Center Opens to Enhance State Fair Experience

Ohio Agriculture Center Opens to Enhance State Fair Experience

The Ohio Agriculture Center, a new 177,000-square-foot facility, has officially opened at the Ohio Expo Center and State Fairgrounds. This development is part of a broader modernization effort supported by the Ohio General Assembly. The center consolidates various agriculture-related exhibits and attractions, including the imAGine Ag Exhibit, the Taste of Ohio Café, and the Ohio Proud Showcase. Governor Mike DeWine and First Lady Fran DeWine were present at the opening, highlighting the center's role in promoting Ohio's agricultural industry. The facility will serve as a venue for agricultural activities during the Ohio State Fair and throughout the year.
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Ohio State Fair 2026: Essential Guide for Visitors

Ohio State Fair 2026: Essential Guide for Visitors

Ohio State Fair 2026: Essential Guide for Visitors
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Rides to take over the midway at Ohio State Fair. Here's the schedule

Rides to take over the midway at Ohio State Fair. Here's the schedule

Heading to the 2026 Ohio State Fair? Here is the schedule for midway rides and how to save on advance wristbands.
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National Weather Service confirms 9 Ohio tornadoes. See where

National Weather Service confirms 9 Ohio tornadoes. See where

Ohio has nine confirmed tornadoes across Ohio after heavy thunderstorms from July 21 brought severe weather to the state.
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'Train of storms' could bring flooding, high winds Ohio, Indiana

'Train of storms' could bring flooding, high winds Ohio, Indiana

After a foggy start to Monday, conditions will become warm and humid before storms move into the region.
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Severe Thunderstorms Threaten Ohio and Indiana with Flooding and High Winds

Severe Thunderstorms Threaten Ohio and Indiana with Flooding and High Winds

A developing storm system is expected to bring strong to severe thunderstorms to the Cincinnati area and surrounding regions on Monday, July 27, 2026. According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, the highest risk is west of Greater Cincinnati, where atmospheric instability is strongest. A mesoscale convective system is forecast to move into the area during the afternoon and evening, potentially producing damaging straight-line winds, large hail, and locally heavy rainfall. Additional showers and thunderstorms may redevelop Monday night into early Tuesday ahead of a surface low and cold front. Cooler air is expected to settle into the Ohio Valley later in the week, bringing temperatures closer to seasonal norms.