The new Pickerington Central Junior High School will open on February 23, 2026, featuring state-of-the-art facilities, and replacing Ridgeview Junior High School.

Ohio initiates a $200 million Brownfield Remediation Program to clean up contaminated sites, with equal funding for all counties and an upcoming application period.

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is actively recruiting new members, highlighting the variety of roles within the force and emphasizing community service and integrity.

A woman, Danielle Henry, is charged with aggravated vehicular homicide and other offenses after a parking lot collision led to a man's death in Westerville, Ohio.

Logan Quelette was hired as a Maintenance Technician by Hilliard’s Recreation & Parks Department to maintain the city's parks, with duties including snow plowing.

The ODNR's 2025 acorn mast survey in Ohio shows higher than average acorn production from red and white oak trees, with significant wildlife implications and interest for hunters and conservationists.

Ohio Valley residents can expect a mostly dry weekend with below-normal temperatures gradually warming by Sunday, with a chance of rain returning mid-week. Freeze warnings and frost advisories remain in effect.

The UA Civic Association is holding the Golden Bear Scare event at Smith Nature Park on October 27-29, offering a haunted experience suitable for families and thrill-seekers.

Ohio Wildlife Council considers reducing deer bag limits in several counties due to EHD outbreak, impacting the 2025-26 hunting season, while also setting dates for the 2026 wild turkey hunting seasons.

The NWS predicts cold temperatures and potential frost for Columbus and Cincinnati into next week, with possible showers starting Sunday. A Freeze Warning is in effect for areas with calm winds and clear skies.

The 'Feathered Friends & Fine Art' exhibit at Maumee Bay State Park Lodge showcases over 30 bird-related art pieces, running from October 24, 2025, to January 16, 2026.

Ohio veterans participated in an ODNR-hosted archery hunt in Zaleski State Forest, bonding and harvesting eleven deer as part of wildlife management and veteran appreciation efforts.

Ohio's pumpkin season has had average to below-average yields in 2025, due to a wet start followed by a drought, but quality remains high. Prices may rise, yet agritourism continues to attract consumers.