Friday, April 3, 2026 On this day in 1974, an F5 tornado struck Xenia. One of 148 twisters in the 1974 Super Outbreak, it killed 34 people and caused about $250 million in damage at the time. Today is Good Friday, the Friday before Easter, marking the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Easter Sunday is among […]

Thursday, April 2, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1870, Homer native Victoria Woodhull became the first woman to publicly declare her candidacy for U.S. president. 🚀 On Wednesday, NASA astronauts launched a mission to the moon for the first time in more than 50 years. Learn more about Artemis II’s Ohio connections in […]

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1853, the city of Cincinnati established the nation’s first professional fire department. After a yearslong battle, an Ohio boy with Down syndrome beat cancer and received a warm welcome from his classmates in celebration. See more in today’s Et Cetera section. Today’s sponsor, Incogni, helps protect […]

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 2006, Gov. Bob Taft signed House Bill 478, merging the University of Toledo with the Medical University of Ohio. Have you ever seen an old church and thought it would be cool to live in one? Now’s your chance! A vacant 19th-century Gothic Revival church […]

Monday, March 30, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1940, basketball Hall of Famer and Ohio State national champion Jerry Lucas was born in Middletown. An Ohio city’s style of pizza is gaining national attention. Learn more in Et Cetera and let us know your favorite pizza toppings in today’s poll! Big news for […]

Friday, March 27, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1912, Cincinnati native First Lady Helen Herron Taft and Viscountess Chinda, the wife of the Japanese ambassador, planted two Yoshino cherry trees along the Potomac River’s Tidal Basin in the nation’s capital. ⚾️ The 2026 seasons for the Reds and Guardians baseball began on Thursday. […]

Thursday, March 26, 2026 On this day in 1913, the Great Dayton Flood of the Great Miami River killed over 360 people, displaced 65,000, and caused damage equivalent to more than $2 billion today. ⚾️ Happy Opening Day! The Major League Baseball season kicks off today for both of Ohio’s professional teams. The Cincinnati Reds […]

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1965, actress Sarah Jessica Parker was born in Nelsonville. 🍫 Easter candy prices have risen dramatically over the past six years, and consumers are feeling the pinch at checkout. Read more in Business. 🌅 We’ve been working on something big, and in one week’s time, the […]

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1981, College Football Hall of Fame safety Mike Doss was born in Canton. He became a three-time first-team All-American and national champion at Ohio State. ⛈️ Strong storms swept through central Ohio on Sunday night, knocking out power to thousands shortly after Columbus set a March […]

Monday, March 23, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1922, Cincinnati’s WLW-AM made its official debut broadcast. It later became the world’s most powerful radio station. 🌷 Happy spring! While the season brings April showers and May flowers, it also marks the start of allergy season. For tips on managing, see Et Cetera. Today’s sponsor, DigestSync, is gaining […]