The Bob Crane Community Center in Upper Arlington, Ohio, hosted a Diwali and Navratri event featuring cultural traditions, food, and dance, promoting community spirit and cultural diversity.

15,000 runners participated in the Columbus Marathon to benefit Nationwide Children’s Hospital, raising over $1 million despite rain and wind challenges.

Deputy Kristy Peck completed the Columbus Half Marathon, exemplifying perseverance by running 13.1 miles in inclement weather, as announced by the Fairfield County Sheriff's Office.

Eight Pickerington Local Schools seniors are named Commended Students in the National Merit Scholarship Program for 2026, honored for their PSAT/NMSQT scores.

Gahanna Police invite mental health providers to a resource fair on Dec 8 at the Columbus Metropolitan Library Gahanna Branch to support community wellness.

Pickerington police partner with local schools for ALICE training to prepare for potential threats. The safety drill aims to empower staff with strategies to respond to active shooter events.

The Washington Township Fire Department in Dublin, Ohio, celebrated the graduation of the 2025 Citizens Fire Academy, where locals learned emergency response techniques.

Dublin City Council approved the Dublin Sustainability Plan on Oct. 6, focusing on sustainability initiatives across four pillars: leadership, communities, environment, and zero waste.

Upper Arlington's DEA Drug Take Back Day on October 25 aims to combat prescription drug misuse by offering a safe way to dispose of unused medications.

Ohio's fall foliage is gradually appearing, with some areas near peak color, according to the ODNR. Enthusiasts can enjoy the scenery in places like the Hocking State Forest and various fall events.

Mifflin Township's police face possible disbandment without a levy passing in November, due to fiscal constraints and recovering from officer shootings.

The LEADS Steering Committee will meet on November 5 at Ohio's Department of Public Safety, open to the public for discussions on law enforcement data systems.

OSU's Department of Public Safety provides safety tips for students on Halloween, emphasizing the buddy system, secure residence access, vigilant home security, and using alternative transportation.