Friday, August 22, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1862, the 83rd Ohio Infantry was organized at Camp Dennison near Cincinnati. The unit would go on to participate in the defense of Cincinnati and the Siege of Vicksburg.

The Columbus Air Show takes flight this weekend. For information on performances, parking, and event attractions, see Top Stories.

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Russo Launches Secretary of State Bid

State Rep. Allison Russo, D-Upper Arlington, launched a 2026 campaign for Ohio Secretary of State on Thursday, weeks after stepping down as House Minority Leader.

Russo is serving her fourth term in the Ohio House, where she was previously ranking member on the House Health Committee.

One other Democrat has already declared his candidacy for the 2026 race: Dr. Bryan Hambley, an oncologist from Cincinnati who has raised more than $500,000 since January.

On the Republican side, the two declared candidates are State Treasurer Robert Sprague and retired Air Force Lt. Col. Marcell Strbich.

Blue Angels Lead Columbus Air Show

The Columbus Air Show lifts off today at Rickenbacker International Airport, running Friday through Sunday with daylong flying and ground attractions. More than 50,000 spectators are expected to attend.

Headliners include the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, joined by the Navy’s F-35C Lightning II Demonstration Team and the U.S. Air Force F-16 Viper Demo Team.

Also present will be the U.S. Navy Band, the U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard Drill and U.S. Guard Rifle Formation Teams, and more than 75 sailors in town for Navy Week.

More than a dozen acts are also scheduled, from World War II-era bombers to civilian aerobatics teams. A complete list of performers is available here.

WWII Exhibit Lands in Dayton

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force in Dayton has opened a World War II exhibit spotlighting the Army Air Forces’ decisive role in the war.

Titled Tactical Airpower in Europe, the gallery examines coordination between air and ground forces in the European theater, from close air support to bombing campaigns.

A fully restored Douglas A-26 Invader cockpit is the highlight of the exhibit, letting visitors climb in for a simulated tactical bombing run. You can learn more about the museum here.

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➤ Cleveland: Republican U.S. Sen. Bernie Moreno addressed the City Club of Cleveland on federal spending cuts, misinformation, and President Trump, while protesters rallied outside. (More)

➤ Dayton: Former Mayor Nan Whaley endorsed Democrat Dr. Amy Acton for governor. Acton is the party’s lone declared candidate in the 2026 race. (More)

➤ Columbus: About half of households with weekly trash service will get a new collection day as the city realigns routes to improve efficiency. (Details)

➤ Youngstown: Mayor Tito Brown asked City Council to authorize $2.1 million to purchase two new fire engines. Additionally, a new ladder truck requested in 2023 will be delivered in October. (More)

➤ Muskingum County: Gov. Mike DeWine and his wife, Fran, helped open a new Interstate 70 rest area featuring a universal changing station, native Ohio plants, dog trails, and rocking chairs. (More)

➤ Oregon: The German-American Festival, a tradition for more than 50 years, returns this weekend with events including a Hummel look-alike contest, Swiss steintossen, and the Masskrugstemmen beer-holding challenge. (More)

➤ Longtime men’s basketball rivals Cincinnati and Louisville will meet Nov. 21 at downtown Cincinnati’s Heritage Bank Center in a neutral-site game—part of The Hoops Classic series. (More)

➤ Among the new concessions at Ohio Stadium this season: “Scoop N Score Nachos,” a nod to Jack Sawyer’s game-clinching fumble return touchdown against Texas last season. (More)

➤ Archbishop Alter scored twice in under a minute to beat Kettering Fairmont 28-21, and Avon hammered St. Ignatius 40-14 to kick off the Ohio high school football season. (Scores)

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➤ Eighty Ohio faith leaders signed a letter urging Cincinnati-based Kroger to abandon what they call “the culture war promoting radical LGBT policies.” (More)

➤ Bravo Brio Restaurants—parent of Bravo Cucina Italiana and Brio Tuscan Grille—has filed for bankruptcy for the second time in five years. Now headquartered in Florida, the restaurant chain was initially established in Columbus. (More)

➤ Wawa will open its third Ohio location Aug. 28 in Mason, part of the chain’s plan to launch up to 10 stores annually and eventually reach 60 statewide. (More)

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➤ State Sen. Bill DeMora introduced a bill to designate buckeye candies as Ohio’s official state candy. The chocolate-and-peanut-butter treats mimic the buckeye nut. (More)

➤ Nonprofit La Soupe rescued more than 11,000 pounds of leftover food from the Cincinnati Open, converting the surplus into meals for local families in need. (More)

➤ Six Ohio Department of Natural Resources wildlife publications won national awards from the Association for Conservation Information, recognizing excellence in categories such as magazines and education. (See Awards)

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