Tuesday, July 22, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1796, surveyors established the town of Cleaveland, which later shed the “a” to become modern-day Cleveland. The city was named after Gen. Moses Cleaveland. With the college football season around the corner, reigning national champion Ohio State was picked to finish second in the preseason Big […]

Monday, July 21, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1934, Ohio’s all-time highest temperature record of 113 degrees was set near Gallipolis. Ever craved a chocolate chip cookie dough-flavored deviled egg? Probably not, but if you’re curious, this year’s Ohio State Fair has you covered. Find more on these creative flavors in Et Cetera. […]

Friday, July 18, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1921, John Glenn was born in Cambridge, Ohio. Glenn was the first U.S. astronaut to orbit Earth and later served as a U.S. senator. The Cleveland Irish Cultural Festival returns this weekend with music, food, dancing, and a Catholic Mass. Details are in Around Ohio. […]

Thursday, July 17, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1917, comedian Phyllis Diller was born in Lima. She became one of the first women to achieve national success as a stand-up comic. Remember the Ohio driver who went viral this spring after abruptly stopping on a freeway and causing a crash when they missed […]

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1969, Apollo 11 launched, carrying Ohio native Neil Armstrong. The mission culminated with the first moon landing just days later. The Ohio State Fair is just over a week out, and this year’s event features several new food options. Check out Et Cetera for a preview […]

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1957, James M. Cox died in Dayton. Cox was a two-term governor of Ohio, the 1920 Democratic nominee for U.S. president, and founder of the Dayton Daily News. Interested in history ahead of America’s 250th anniversary? A statewide effort to identify Revolutionary War veterans’ graves […]

Monday, July 14, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1863, Confederate cavalry led by Brig. Gen. John Hunt Morgan skirmished with Ohio militia near Camp Dennison on Cincinnati’s northeast side. Ohio has fully implemented its new 911 emergency services system in 10 counties, with 15 additional counties on deck. See which counties are next […]

Friday, July 11, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1969, Theodore “Ted” Conrad carried out one of Cleveland’s largest bank heists, stealing $215,000 from Society National Bank—worth more than $1.8 million today. Conrad evaded authorities until his death in 2021. The Columbus Library’s annual book festival is this weekend. If you’re in the area, […]

Thursday, July 10, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1892, America’s first concrete-paved road was constructed on Court Avenue in Bellefontaine. An Ohio native was nominated for an ESPY Award for Best Athlete with a Disability. Learn how to cast your vote in today’s Sports section. Today’s sponsor is Glabrous, the game-changing grooming device.  […]

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1788, Arthur St. Clair, the first governor of the Northwest Territory, visited Marietta, the territory’s first permanent settlement. Marietta will celebrate the 238th anniversary of the Northwest Territory Ordinance of 1787 today, with Gov. Mike DeWine expected to attend the festivities. Details are in Around Ohio. Our […]