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The City of Delaware is announcing a short delay in the reopening of Central Avenue as part of the Point Improvement Project. The road was originally scheduled to reopen by September 6, but due to additional work needed on the water line in this area, the reopening is now expected by this Friday, September 12. The contractor needs to finish connecting the …

COLUMBUS, Ohio — All Ohioans are invited to the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal’s campus on Saturday, Sept. 13 for fun, education and celebration as the Division hosts its annual Fire Marshal Festival. The free, family-friendly event will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the Division’s campus located at 8895 E. Main St. in Reynoldsburg. Free parking is …

The traditional summer travel season is nearing an end but if you are not confined by school schedules, travel could be just heating up. For those who can travel, the shoulder season may be their perfect season.  “With interest in travel high, more travelers are looking for bargains, and “shoulder” season offers a variety of benefits, including more options for …

(COLUMBUS, OH) — Today marks 988 Day, a national day of awareness and action to promote the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, a vital resource that connects Ohioans experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis with free, confidential support 24/7. Local, state, and national events – including community mental health fairs, training sessions, webinars, and social media campaigns – will …

COLUMBUS — The Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program (OSHIIP), part of the Ohio Department of Insurance, has launched its annual Medicare Checkup events to help Ohioans navigate Medicare’s open enrollment, Oct. 15 through Dec. 7. During this period, Ohioans can review their current coverage and make plan selections for 2026.OSHIIP, an award-winning program for its exceptional service, is offering both …

Mount Vernon, Ohio — It’s time to sharpen your pencils, dust off your backpacks, and head Downtown, because Experience Mount Vernon’s September First Friday is taking us back to school for one last hoorah of the season. The event takes place Friday, September 5, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. in Downtown Mount Vernon and is presented by The Parent Support Initiative …

COLUMBUS – The Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) reports a 7% reduction in fatal crashes during the 100 Deadliest Days of Summer. This time period, which runs from Memorial Day through Labor Day, sees an increase in traffic on the roads and an increased number of both serious-injury and fatal crashes. According to preliminary Patrol statistics, there were 339 fatal crashes, …

The City of Delaware will begin a water main replacement project on S. Franklin Street, from Bernard Avenue to London Road, on September 2, 2025. Work, managed by the City’s Public Utilities Department, is expected to continue through October 17, weather permitting. The project is funded through the City’s Water Capital Improvement Fund. The project will replace aging water infrastructure …

COLUMBUS – The Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) reports 23 deaths in 20 fatal crashes over the four-day Labor Day weekend reporting period, which began Friday, August 29 at midnight and concluded Monday, September 1 at 11:59 p.m. According to preliminary Patrol statistics, at least four of the 20 fatal crashes recorded over the Labor Day weekend reporting period were OVI-related. …

COLUMBUS – The Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) is promoting safe driving among new motorists by sharing important information and resources to help youthful drivers and their parents understand the responsibilities of sitting behind the wheel. “Driving is an important responsibility, especially for our young drivers,” said Governor Mike DeWine. “In Ohio, we’re working to expand access to driver training to …