Gahanna Police host Taco Tuesday Family Fest on May 6 at Hannah Park for community engagement, offering free tacos, activities, and a chance to discuss the town's future.

Fairfield County prepares for DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, offering safe disposal of medications and electronics recycling on April 26; no illicit drugs or sharps accepted.

Ohio State University researchers discovered a protein that encourages repair in spinal cord injuries, creating "cellular bridges" that help regenerate axons, showing promising treatment potential.

A study from Ohio State University reveals the brain prioritizes important memories over less crucial ones when multitasking, allocating more neural resources to preserve them clearly.

Fairfield's Hope Community Church held an Easter Egg hunt, with the local sheriff's office providing fingerprinting services as part of a community policing effort.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine inaugurated the updated Southern Hills Career and Technical Center, noting it will enhance educational and job opportunities.

A former SVRTA bus driver must repay $3,567.44 after an audit found improper sick leave payments during concurrent employment with another agency. No criminal charges were filed.

Ohio's 2025 Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program provides eligible seniors with vouchers for fresh local produce to improve health and support local farmers.

Ohio State University President Carter outlined Education for Citizenship 2035, stressing agility in higher education and aiming to make every graduate AI-fluent within five years.

Coffman Park Pavilion in Dublin will undergo pavement repairs starting April 28, including accessibility improvements, temporarily disrupting the area.

Upper Arlington is repairing storm-related damage beneath North Parkway Drive, requiring additional pipe replacement and road closures until at least April 18, with asphalt work beginning April 21. Residents retain driveway access during repairs.

Columbus Police and Fire conducted an active shooter drill at Polaris Fashion Place early in the morning, before mall hours, to prepare first responders.

The National Weather Service reports a weather shift in Columbus and Cincinnati, with rising temperatures and potential showers, wind gusts, and thunderstorms towards the weekend.