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The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Franklin County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

56.2% of college applicants to Franklin County's 26 universities were admitted for fall 2022

Franklin County's 26 universities admitted an estimated 56.2% of applicants for fall 2022, a decrease from the previous year.

Ohio sees slight decline in home sales but rise in prices

The real estate market remains resilient, with home prices and dollar volume rising compared to August of last year, despite a 3.4% drop in home sales for the month, according to the latest report from Ohio REALTORS.

Ohio State collaborates with city officials after rise in campus-area gun violence

Recent incidents of gun violence on and near the Columbus campus have authorities on high alert, prompting Ohio State University to take action in coordination with the city of Columbus.

Archie Griffin named grand marshal for OSU Homecoming Parade

Archie Griffin will serve as grand marshal of The Ohio State University Homecoming Parade on Friday, Oct. 25. The parade will commence at 6 p.m. in Ohio Stadium’s west parking lot and conclude at the Ohio Union at 7 p.m.

Buckeye Current sets four new world records at Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials

The Buckeye Current electric motorcycle team from The Ohio State University has set four new world records at the Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials held at the Utah Salt Flats. The student-led team, known for building the world's fastest electric motorcycles, faced numerous challenges including a pop-up thunderstorm, a malfunctioning battery charger, a failed battery module, and a burnt-up motor.

2 gas stations in cities throughout Franklin County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Sept. 14

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Franklin County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Sept. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Franklin County in week ending Sept. 14?

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Franklin County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

House passes bill supporting family resource centers

By North Columbus News | Sep 18, 2024

The House of Representatives passed the Protecting America’s Children by Strengthening Families Act today, with significant support. The legislation includes a provision to support family resource centers, initially introduced by Representative Mike Carey (OH-15) in his bipartisan Promoting Community-Based Prevention Services Act.

Ohio State's Farm Science Review connects university with agriculture community

By North Columbus News | Sep 18, 2024

The Ohio State University’s 62nd Farm Science Review is underway this week. The three-day event highlights the deep connections between the university and the state’s agriculture community.

Marlin Palich receives Ohio REALTORS 2024 Political Coordinator Service Award

REALTOR Marlin Palich of Lakewood was honored with the Ohio REALTORS 2024 Political Coordinator Service Award.

Lake and Geauga Area Association wins Young Professionals Network award

The Lake and Geauga Area Association of REALTORS (LGAAR) has been awarded the Ohio REALTORS 2024 Young Professional Network (YPN) of the Year Award. The announcement was made at the Ohio REALTORS 114th Annual Convention & EXPO held in Columbus from September 9-11. Present at the event were Mic Gordon, Ohio REALTORS Treasurer; Ali Whitley, Ohio REALTORS President; Ryan Zalimeni, LGAAR YPN Chair; and Michelle Billings, Ohio REALTORS President-elect.

Young Kim receives Ohio Realtors Distinguished Service Award

Ohio REALTORS awarded its 2024 "Distinguished Service Award" to Young Kim of Dayton REALTORS.

Ohio State reports highest-ever first-year enrollment for fall semester

The Ohio State University announced today the enrollment of a record first-year class on the Columbus campus. The class of 9,530 students is the largest in the university’s 154-year history.

unchanged number of number of Franklin County professional licenses issued in week ending July 27

There were zero professional licenses issued in Franklin County in the week ending July 27, 2024 in Ohio, according to the eLicense Ohio Professional Licensure System.

Chris Hall receives prestigious Phillip R. Barnes RPAC Achievement Award

Chris Hall has been honored with the 2024 Phillip R. Barnes RPAC Achievement Award. The announcement was made during the Ohio REALTORS 114th Annual Convention & EXPO, held from September 9-11 in Columbus.

Bipartisan bill aims to enhance firefighter recruitment and retention

Congressmen Mike Carey (OH-15) and Greg Landsman (OH-01) have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at enhancing a federal grant program utilized by local fire departments. The new bill, titled the Enhancing SAFER Grants for Local Firefighters Act, seeks to improve the existing Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Staffing For Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant program.

Ohio State celebrates contributions of women at annual fest

To kick off the 2024-25 academic year, The Ohio State University’s College of Education and Human Ecology presented a free event highlighting the university’s relationships with community organizations on Columbus’ Near East Side.

Ohio State collaborates with Ohio Housing Finance Agency on new Opportunity Index

Jason Reece, an associate professor of city and regional planning at the Knowlton School at The Ohio State University, has developed a keen understanding of the impact neighborhood changes can have on residents. Growing up in Hamilton, Ohio, he witnessed firsthand the effects of industrial decline and housing market dysfunction.

Pete Kopf receives lifetime achievement award from ohio realtors