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Fracking industry pays $11M for first leases in Ohio’s only national forest

Fracking industry pays $11M for first leases in Ohio’s only national forest

Five out-of-state gas companies win rights to drill under 2,800 acres of the Wayne National Forest, achieving a long-sought goal for the industry.
GolfweekGolfweek
Gregor Orlando earns medalist honors at Crump Cup; Match play begins Saturday

Gregor Orlando earns medalist honors at Crump Cup; Match play begins Saturday

Pine Valley was as tough as ever, relinquishing just one under par round at the 101st Crump Memorial.
USA TodayUSA Today
Dots to Hotdogs, the 25 most unusual high school mascots in the country

Dots to Hotdogs, the 25 most unusual high school mascots in the country

There are some unique team names that you won't find anywhere else in the country. Here are our picks for the 25 best.
Arizona RepublicArizona Republic
Is Arizona actually happy? How it ranked in new study

Is Arizona actually happy? How it ranked in new study

A new report ranked U.S. states using metrics tied to emotional and physical well-being, work environment, financial security and community life.
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UFC Restructures Mixed Martial Arts into Highly Controlled Combat Sport, Expands Global Events

UFC Restructures Mixed Martial Arts into Highly Controlled Combat Sport, Expands Global Events

UFC Restructures Mixed Martial Arts into Highly Controlled Combat Sport, Expands Global Events
The Columbus DispatchThe Columbus Dispatch
Amy Acton backs pause on new permits for wells storing fracking waste

Amy Acton backs pause on new permits for wells storing fracking waste

Amy Acton, an Ohio Democrat running for governor, said Sept. 17 that she would support placing a pause on permits for injection wells.
The Knoxville News-SentinelThe Knoxville News-Sentinel
Gatlinburg named one of America's prettiest towns by Architectural Digest

Gatlinburg named one of America's prettiest towns by Architectural Digest

Gatlinburg was named one of America's prettiest towns by Architectural Digest. The magazine highlighted its scenic mountain views, charming downtown and proximity to Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Cincinnati EnquirerCincinnati Enquirer
Powerball numbers for Sept. 16 drawing. Did anyone win last night?

Powerball numbers for Sept. 16 drawing. Did anyone win last night?

Did anyone win Wednesday night's drawing for the $271 million Powerball jackpot? What we know.
Cincinnati EnquirerCincinnati Enquirer
Map shows Cincinnati peak fall color timeline, but falling leaves may be late

Map shows Cincinnati peak fall color timeline, but falling leaves may be late

Cincinnati can expect to see fall colors by mid-October this year, but leaves may not start falling until November. Here's why.
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No. 13 Texas Tech opens Big 12 title defense vs. No. 22 Houston, and league goes international again

No. 13 Texas Tech opens Big 12 title defense vs. No. 22 Houston, and league goes international again

The Big 12 Conference has some exciting matchups this week
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High school football schedule for USA TODAY Sports Super 15 teams in Week 5

High school football schedule for USA TODAY Sports Super 15 teams in Week 5

Some massive in-state matchups from all over the country headline this week's slate of Super 15 showdowns.
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On This Day: Northern Resistance Challenged the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850

On This Day: Northern Resistance Challenged the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850

The Fugitive Slave Act of 1850, while intended to solidify federal power in returning escaped enslaved people, instead ignited a firestorm of legal...