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Ohio’s ‘wandering bears’ signal a possible comeback for the species

Bear Sightings Ohio Andrew Krech/The Citizens' Voice via AP On a warm night in mid July, Brandan Smith heard a sound outside his house in rural Coshocton. Curious, he opened his door and walked outside. As his eyes adjusted to the dark, he saw a large, hulking figure in his driveway, rummaging in the bins and boxes he’d readied for trash pickup the next day. “I immediately turned around, went back inside the house and slammed the door,” Smith recalled. “That image of something huge spooked me. And it just kind of dawned on me: It’s a bear.” Certain that no one would believe him unless he had proof, Smith grabbed his phone, gathered his courage and went back outside to capture a video. “Sure enough, the bear was still there, eating garbage,” Smith said. “I’d just gotten done cleaning out the deep freezer, and it was into the old freezer-burned ice cream.” According to Smith, the bear seemed completely unbothered by his presence, even though he was only about 25 feet away. Unsure what to do, Smith called the police. Then he watched the bear ransack his trash pile until a police cruiser arrived half an hour later and

Ohio · 2d

Parade

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A Florida Shelter Dog’s Spinning Habit Is Becoming a New Career as a Police Dog

A puppy named Bayblade kept spinning in his kennel until a rescue advocate saw drive instead of a quirk and found him a place in police K-9 training in Ohio.

Palm Beach County, FL · 2d

Farm and Dairy

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2026 Wayne County Junior Fair Sale results

SEPT. 16 AND 17, 2026 | SALE TOTAL: $2.2 million | TOTAL LOTS: 1,224. GRAND CHAMPION DAIRY STEER: Landra Larimore | Bid: $7/lb | Buyer: Joyride Transport;. RESERVE CHAMPION DAIRY STEER: Adelynn Gerspacher | Bid: $4.75/lb | Buyer: CRW Freight Mgmt Services Inc, Santmyer Energy and Smetzer Tire;. GRAND CHAMPION...

Wayne County, OH · 1d
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News Talk 1490

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Ohio Movie Casting Call Seeks Cult Members, Pays $125

Want to Get Paid to Play a Cult Member in a Movie? Want to get paid to play a cult member in a movie? A new casting call in Northeast Ohio might be your chance. Angela Boehm Casting is searching for background extras for an upcoming feature film called Break. Production will take place in […]

Peninsula, OH · 1d

wqioradio.com

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A rare western hummingbird has birdwatchers making their way to Granville.

A rare hummingbird sighting in Granville is drawing attention from birdwatchers across the region. A Calliope hummingbird has been reported in Licking County, an unusual sighting for Ohio. The species is native primarily to the western United States and is known as the smallest bird species in North America. The...

Granville, OH · 2d

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Ohio’s Old Railroad Depots Now Hide These 5 Restaurants Where You Eat Beside The Tracks

Ohio was built on railroads, and plenty of small towns still have the old depots to prove it. Some of those brick and wood stations sat empty for years, but a handful now serve pancakes, smoked brisket, sushi, and ice cream instead of train tickets. The best part is that...

Kent, OH · 2d

everafterinthewoods.com

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12 Affordable Ohio Antique And Vintage Shops Where You Can Find Beautiful Furniture

Have you ever spotted a beautiful piece of furniture, checked the price tag, and immediately decided your old table wasn’t so bad after all? That’s one reason Ohio’s antique and vintage shops are worth exploring. A good secondhand find can be surprisingly hard to forget. My own...

Ohio · 4d

travelmag.com

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13 Ohio Restaurants Serving Outstanding Meals For Under $20

Twenty dollars doesn’t go particularly far these days, especially when you’re hungry and someone else is doing the cooking. Still, I’ve learned that a good meal in Ohio doesn’t always come with an unpleasant surprise at the register. Sometimes, the best discoveries happen when you skip...

Ohio · 3h

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All Good Now Is Taking 2027 Off: “The Right Time Will Come”

Concert and festival production company All Good Presents has announced a fallow year for All Good Now, the revived version of its namesake festival. In a statement to fans, company founder Tim Walther stated that “the lineup was not developing to our standards.”. “We take the curating of our...

Thornville, OH · 1d

theoutdoorwire.com

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ODNR Celebrates Graduation of Three New K9 Teams Serving Ohio's Natural Resources

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) proudly recognized the newest members of its law enforcement K9 program during a graduation ceremony held November 10 at the Spring Valley Education Center. The ceremony celebrated the accomplishments of three highly trained K9 teams representing the ODNR Divisions of Parks and Watercraft and Wildlife. These new teams will play a vital role in protecting Ohio's natural resources, supporting search and rescue efforts, and strengthening community engagement across the state.

Ohio · 1d

yourohionews.com

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Heart health classes set in Coshocton

Individuals living with cardiovascular disease and those interested in reducing their risk of heart disease are invited to participate in the Heart Healthy Living program series. This three-class series provides practical nutrition and lifestyle education designed to support heart health. Participants will learn strategies to lower sodium intake, enhance flavor...

Coshocton, OH · 2d

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This Ohio Bakery In Columbus Has Been Frying Cream-Filled Donuts Since 1910 And Still Sells Out

Cream-filled donuts have come out of one Ohio bakery’s fryer for over a century. The shop dates to 1912, and it still keeps a busy counter. Bakers there make glazed rounds, apple fritters, bowtie donuts, and Bavarian cream. I like when a classic survives a big change. This bakery...

Columbus, OH · 5d

takemetotn.com

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Where Ohio Quilters Actually Buy Their Fabric (And Most Visitors Never Find)

Tucked behind a country house in Holmes County, Somewhere Sewing is the kind of quilt shop locals whisper about. It does not sit on a busy main street, so many travelers drive right past. Quilters who find it often call it their go-to store. Here are eight reasons this hidden...

Holmes County, OH · 15h

delawaresource.com

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Three ‘Gilmore Girls’ cast members to appear at Delaware’s Weekend in Starz Hollow

DELAWARE — Stars Hollow is coming to Ohio this weekend, and three beloved Gilmore Girls cast members are joining the celebration. Historic Downtown Delaware will transform into a fan-inspired version of the fictional Connecticut town for A Weekend in Starz Hollow, featuring appearances by Emily Kuroda (Mrs. Kim), Todd Lowe (Zack Van Gerbig), and John Cabrera (Brian Fuller).

Delaware, OH · 1d

614now.com

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New grocery store, sub shop, and donut chain opening in Central Ohio development

A new grocery store, sandwich shop and donut chain are all opening in Canal Winchester today—under one roof. Located at 8200 Diley Road, the new Kroger Marketplace officially opens November 13, according to Kroger’s website. The 122,000-plus-square-foot store features a fuel center, drive-thru pharmacy and Murray’s Cheese counter....

Canal Winchester, OH · 5h

Farm and Dairy

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2026 Coshocton County Junior Fair Auction results

OCT. 8, 2026 | SALE TOTAL: $667,651.74 | TOTAL LOTS: 351. GRAND CHAMPION: Harper Mullen | Bid: $9.50/lb | Weight: 1442 lbs | Buyer: Integrity Propane, Cox’s Lawn & Vegetation Service and Coshocton County Farm Bureau;. RESERVE CHAMPION: Rylee Mullen | Bid: $8.50/lb | Weight: 1490 lbs | Buyer:...

Coshocton County, OH · 2d

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Ohio State Parks invites residents for a scenic feast this Thanksgiving

OHIO — Thanksgiving is a time to eat good food with the people you care about, and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources is inviting the public to do just that in Ohio's state parks. On Thursday, Nov. 26, Thanksgiving feasts will be held across the state. ODNR said...

Ohio · 1d

cstoredecisions.com

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Gilligan Co. Rolls Out Online Ordering

The chain has introduced the offering at all of its Ohio locations. Gilligan Co., which does business in Cincinnati and Columbus, Ohio under the GOCO banner, has announced a new collaboration with Lula Commerce to roll out online ordering across its Ohio network. Gilligan Co., which was started by Patrick...

Columbus, OH · 4h

mxdwn.com

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Dark Star Jubilee 2027 Lineup Announced Featuring Greensky Bluegrass, The Allman Betts Band & More

It has been announced that Dark Star Jubilee will return to Legend Valley in Thornville, Ohio, May 28-30, 2027, by bringing together three nights of Dark Star Orchestra and a wide-ranging lineup spanning from bluegrass, Southern rock, funk, roots music and the broader jam community for the festival’s 14th annual edition. General festival information, ticket packages, camping […]

Thornville, OH · 21h