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As millions cast ballots, secretary of state's office monitoring election activity around Ohio

Millions of Ohio voters are casting ballots today, joining the 1.7 million who voted early. Ohio’s 88 county boards of elections run the show today. They’re overseen and managed by the Secretary of State’s office, which has rooms on two floors of a downtown Columbus office building dedicated to monitoring the election at the 8,834 precincts across 3,042 polling locations in Ohio.

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The Columbus Dispatch

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School districts heading to the ballot

Good morning! Election Day is almost here, and I think I can speak for every Ohioan when I say that I can't wait to stop getting so many texts begging me to vote. I promise, I have a voting plan! While high-profile state and national races may be taking the spotlight ahead of the Nov. 3 election, there are a number of central Ohio school districts seeking voter-backed taxes and bonds. What school levies and bond issues might be on your ballot this week? Let's review. Review Session Four districts – Bexley City, Upper Arlington City, South Western City and Southwest Local Schools – are seeking bonds to fund new construction of buildings in their communities . Two other districts, Pickerington Local and Jefferson Local Schools, are seeking tax levies for school funding and permanent improvements. The most contentious of these school issues could be in Upper Arlington , which is seeking combined $273.5 million bond issue to fund two new middle schools and and an early learning center and renovate and expand another school alongside a 4.9 mill permanent property tax levy. If approved by voters, the bond issue would cost property owners $169 for each $100,000 of the

Upper Arlington, OH · 5d

The Columbus Dispatch

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Ohio History Center closing extended for final rehabilitation phase

The Ohio History Center – which unexpectedly closed in September for what officials said were needed building repairs to its fire safety system with a planned reopening in early December – has announced it will now be closed through 2030 as the museum undergoes its final phase of ongoing renovations. The renovation is part of the center's nonprofit operator Ohio History Connection's Campus 2.OH initiative, which will "transform the facility's museum to welcome visitors for the next 50 years," according to a media release from the Ohio History Connection. While the museum undergoes renovations, it will remain closed to the public through 2030. However, essential services, including appointment-only access to archival records, will continue without interruption, according to the release. Programming at Ohio Village and the Ohio History Connection's more than 50 sites statewide will also continue as scheduled. “The Ohio History Center has been the anchor of the Ohio History Connection since it opened in 1970 and started serving as our headquarters,” Megan Wood, executive director and CEO of the Ohio History Connection, said in the release. “It’s an important landmark and touchstone for Ohio history, and we need to undertake this rehabilitation to keep it relevant, safe and

Columbus, OH · 4d

The Columbus Dispatch

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JD Vance makes final midterm pitch to Ohio as GOP, Democrats rally voters

Vice President JD Vance traveled to Ohio on Nov. 2 as Republicans and Democrats rallied their supporters ahead of a hotly contested election being watched by the nation. Vance headlined a rally near Toledo with Donald Trump Jr. , Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy and Sen. Jon Husted in a final push to bolster support for GOP candidates. The visit marked the sixth time either Vance or President Donald Trump campaigned in Ohio within the past six weeks. "You can vote for the crazies, or you can vote for a guy like Derek Merrin," Vance said, referring to the Republican candidate in Ohio's 9th Congressional District. The crowd then chanted Vance's and Merrin's names. "You make an Ohio boy proud, but don't chant my name or his name. Get out and vote." On Election Day, Ohio voters will decide a nasty race for governor between Ramaswamy and Democrat Amy Acton and the race for Vance's old U.S. Senate seat between Husted and former Sen. Sherrod Brown. The Buckeye State is also home to several battleground U.S. House seats that could shape control of Congress. Polls show Ohio's marquee races are close, even though Republicans have almost complete control of state

Ohio · 4d

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ODOT Road Project Report For November 1 – November 7

Work continues on the region’s roadways. Below is information from the Ohio Department of Transportation for improvement and construction projects for Delaware and Franklin Counties during the coming week. As always, work is weather dependent. As a reminder, continuous updates on traffic bottlenecks and closures is provided 24 hours...

Delaware County, OH · 7d

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Ohio History Center Shut Through 2030 After Fire-Safety Scare in Columbus

The Ohio History Center in Columbus, the state's flagship history museum and research center near the Ohio Expo Center, will stay closed through 2030 while crews rehabilitate the 56-year-old building. The closure began abruptly in September after officials found a potential problem with the building's fire-safety system, and what was first expected to be a short-term shutdown has now stretched into a years-long rebuild.

Columbus, OH · 7d

The Columbus Dispatch

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Ohioans are rightly outraged. I'm running to bring change | Opinion

Reynoldsburg councilman Stacie A. Baker is running for the Ohio Senate 3rd District . What do rural, urban and suburban Ohio have in common? Well, in the past year, I’ve met lots of people from each, as I’ve campaigned for state senate across Franklin, Pickaway and Madison counties. And I can tell you that people in different parts of Ohio are not as different as certain cynical politicians want us to believe. We have a lot in common. All of us want good schools, and all of us should be upset that, every year, the state legislature wastes over $1 billion in education funding on vouchers for private schools most of us can’t afford. Those are our tax dollars: public money I want put back into our public schools. All of us want safe neighborhoods. You want your child to be able to walk home safely, whether your house sits on a county road, a cul-de-sac, or a busy street. I want that for my own kids. My endorsement by the Fraternal Order of Police was not just an honor, but a responsibility: if elected, I will protect our families and keep our communities safe from violent offenders. More: Meet

Ohio · 7d

NewsForce 24/7

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ODOT Closes I-70 Westbound Downtown Columbus All Weekend for Bridge Work

Drivers crossing downtown Columbus this Halloween weekend will need a different route west, because the Ohio Department of Transportation is closing Interstate 70 westbound between Interstate 71 and State Route 315 from 10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, until after 5 a.m. Monday, Nov. 2, according to ODOT information reported by The Columbus Dispatch. The closure […]

Columbus, OH · 8d

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From Trenton to Grove City, data centers are on Ohio ballots this election

Ohio leads the nation in data center-related ballot measures in the upcoming election, with 21 initiatives across 18 municipalities. Voters in these areas — from Trenton in the state's southwest to Defiance in the rural northwest — will have the opportunity to decide whether to adopt regulations that would limit the construction of hyper-scale data centers.

Grove City, OH · 5d

Lancaster Eagle-Gazette

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Fairfield County Hall of Fame will honor 3 veterans

Three Fairfield County veterans will be inducted into the Fairfield County Veterans Hall of Fame during a Nov. 19 ceremony in Lancaster. The event begins at 6 p.m. at The Levacy Center, 1550 Sheridan Drive, according to a community announcement. Brian P. Green, Ronald E. Nixon and Lester E. "Gene" Wood will be recognized for their military service and their contributions to the community after leaving the military. Green served 10 years in the Ohio Army National Guard and has supported veterans through outdoor retreats, community events and volunteer work. He co-founded the Fairfield County Military Homecoming Celebrations and has supported Honor Flight Columbus and Team Rubicon. Nixon served eight years in the U.S. Air Force before serving his community as a firefighter, medic, police chief and mayor of Bremen. His volunteer work has included local law enforcement initiatives, disaster relief efforts with the American Red Cross and more than 3,000 volunteer hours at Fairfield Medical Center. Wood spent nearly 45 years in public service, including 38 years as Fairfield County recorder. During that time, he championed efforts to preserve veterans' military records and improve access to benefits. He also volunteers with the Lancaster Ohio Veterans Burial Detail and remains

Fairfield County, OH · 5d

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Between Columbus And Athens Is A Scenic Stop With Ohio's Largest Natural Rock Bridge, Camping, And Trails

Halfway between Columbus and Athens is Rockbridge, an outdoor enthusiast's paradise surrounded by state parks and nature preserves. The Ohio town takes its name from a large natural arch a few miles away. At a length of 100 feet, it's Ohio's largest natural rock bridge (and the only one about the same size as a blue whale). Besides this rock bridge, the town is also a gateway to places like the Rhododendron Cove State Nature Preserve, Clear Creek Metro Park, and Hocking Hills State Park, all within a 20-minute drive.

Columbus, OH · 7d

New Americans magazine

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Franklin County Community wants Safety and Security – Don Roberts

By Okon Ekpenyong What does representation look like for families navigating legal challenges, New Americans seeking access to resources, and people with disabilities working toward greater inclusion? Republican Ohio Senate District 25 candidate Don Roberts answers those questions by drawing on his background in law, military service, and law enforcement. William (Bill) DeMora is the incumbent, serving in his first term since 2023, and the 25th District spans parts of Columbus, including the west-side Lincoln Village area, as well as surrounding communities such as Upper Arlington, Grandview Heights, and Minerva Park. In this Q&A with The New Americans Magazine, Roberts, […]

Franklin County, OH · 6d

Breitbart

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Olivia Rodrigo Hands Flowers to Ohio Democrat Gubernatorial Candidate Amy Acton at Columbus Concert

Pop star Olivia Rodrigo handed flowers to Ohio’s Democrat candidate for governor Amy Acton and hugged her at her concert in Columbus on Friday as the final days wind down for the 2026 midterms. As she broke out in her “Stupid Song” during her first show, Rodrigo walked out...

Columbus, OH · 5d

NewsForce 24/7

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Fairfield County Voters Head to Polls Tuesday After Early Voting Ends in Lancaster

Fairfield County voters head to their precinct polling places on Tuesday, November 3, after early in-person voting ended Sunday, November 1, at the Fairfield County Board of Elections in Lancaster. Polls across Ohio are open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Election Day, and voters who are in line by 7:30 p.m. have the […]

Lancaster, OH · 5d

Lancaster Eagle-Gazette

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Fairfield County economic update to focus on regional growth

Fairfield County business and community leaders will get an update on regional economic growth, infrastructure investments and air travel during the Fairfield County Economic Update on Dec. 15 in Carroll. The annual event is expected to draw more than 200 business leaders, elected officials and community members, according to a community announcement. The Fairfield 33 Development Alliance will host the event at the Fairfield County Workforce Center, 4465 Coonpath Road NW. Breakfast and networking will begin at 8 a.m., followed by presentations. The event will focus on economic trends, investments and initiatives affecting Fairfield County and the Columbus region, including workforce development, infrastructure and the region's expanding economic base. One Columbus, airport leaders to speak Jonas Peterson, chief economic development officer and president of One Columbus, and Daren Griffin, president and CEO of the Columbus Regional Airport Authority, are the featured speakers. Peterson will discuss regional economic opportunities and collaboration among communities, businesses, schools and other partners. "What impresses me most about Fairfield County is its commitment to collaboration," Peterson said. "Fairfield County understands that the best possible outcomes happen when communities, businesses, schools and regional partners work side by side toward a shared strategic vision." Peterson said that approach

Fairfield County, OH · 5d

hoodline.com

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Ohio State Gallery Opens Collage Show Built From 300 Resistance Submissions

A new collage exhibition exploring resistance, isolation and identity opens Friday evening at Hopkins Hall Gallery on Ohio State University's campus, with a DJ set, a poet and a room full of scrap paper waiting for visitors to tear into. Pulp Stiction: Collage as an Act of Resistance runs from Oct. 26 through Dec. 11, drawing more than 70 artists whose work was culled from over 300 submissions.

Columbus, OH · 7d

mahoningmatters.com

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Public voting opens for Ohio’s top restaurant and hospitality awards

The Ohio Restaurant & Hospitality Alliance (ORHA) is inviting Ohioans to help celebrate the state’s outstanding restaurant, food service and hospitality professionals by casting their votes for the 2026 Industry Awards Celebration. Public voting opened on Oct. 29 and continues through Nov. 13. The annual Industry Awards Celebration recognizes...

Ohio · 5d

NewsForce 24/7

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FEMA Help Opens in Columbus Nov. 2-6 for August Storm Survivors

Residents of Franklin County and six other Ohio counties hit by August severe weather can get in-person help with federal disaster assistance in Columbus this week, as a Survivor Outreach Availability site opens Monday, Nov. 2, at the Franklin County Emergency Management Agency, 5300 Strawberry Farms Blvd. The site will be open Nov. 2 through […]

Columbus, OH · 5d

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Quiet Giants: Lost in the Woods is ‘in the business of building community’ through biking & beers

DELAWARE — One might say the owners behind Lost in the Woods built a business around J.R.R. Tolkien’s famous line, “Not all those who wander are lost.”. The mountain biking, cycling-focused business, that also features a tavern, is located at 5175 Cheshire Road in Galena. It aims to bring people together in the great outdoors, sprinkling in the spirits.

Delaware County, OH · 5d