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Record Holiday Travel Forecast

Travel group AAA expects a record year for holiday travel, with about 5 million Ohioans joining in the Christmas and New Year’s rush.

Most in Ohio—an estimated 4.5 million—will travel by car. Gas prices are at their lowest in several years, with the U.S. average price under $3 per gallon and Ohio’s average price around $2.58.

More than 283,000 others are expected to fly—up 2% from last year—and 204,000 are likely to travel by bus, train, or cruise ship.

AAA urges drivers to prepare for emergencies, such as flat tires and bad weather. Last year nationally, AAA responded to 860,000 roadside assistance calls over the holidays.

State Growing Older

Older adults now outnumber children in several Ohio counties, according to state and federal data.

The demographic shift is expected to continue, with Ohioans age 60 and older expected to make up a quarter of the state’s population by 2040. The number of residents age 85 and older is expected to grow by more than 50% over the same period.

The state Department of Aging maintains a Plan on Aging that serves as a guide to help older residents live longer and healthier lives, while remaining as independent as possible through lower-cost home health care programs.

Researchers point to two ongoing concerns in the long-term care of older residents: the cost and the number of careworkers needed.

‘Light Fight’ Winner Pulls Plug Over Unruly Visitors

The award-winning Lunar Family Lights of Willoughby shut down for the season, citing several visitors’ unruly behavior and threats of physical violence against the family and their neighbors.

“The bad behavior of a few hurts the many,” the family said in a social media post announcing the closure.

Earlier this month, the family’s display won an episode of ABC’s The Great Christmas Light Fight, which pits three households against one another for a $50,000 prize.

The display features more than 1 million lights and serves as a fundraiser for a local nonprofit that provides vacations for families of children with critical illnesses.

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➤ Statewide: Nearly half of those surveyed in an Emerson College poll said the economy is the most important issue for Ohio voters ahead of the 2026 midterm and gubernatorial elections. (More)

➤ Franklin County: The county will suspend its weekly warning siren tests at noon on Wednesdays for the next two weeks because of the holidays. Testing will resume Jan. 7. (More)

➤ Toledo: A firefighter was hospitalized with non-critical injuries after responding to a fire at the Breeze Bar and Grill. (More)

➤ Fulton County: A small plane landed on its underside Sunday evening at the Fulton County Airport in Dover Township after the landing gear was not lowered. The pilot was not injured. (More)

➤ Brook Park: A plan for traffic changes around the future Cleveland Browns stadium received approval from the Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency’s transportation subcommittee. (More)

➤ Butler County: Teachers at Ross Local Schools reached an agreement with the district on a new four-year contract. (More)

➤ Cleveland Browns rookie running back Quinshon Judkins suffered a dislocated ankle and a broken fibula during Sunday’s game against Buffalo. (More)

➤ The Columbus Blue Jackets acquired forward Mason Marchment from the Seattle Kraken in exchange for 2026 and 2027 draft picks. (More)

➤ Georgetown suspended men’s basketball head coach Ed Cooley for one game after he threw a water bottle that struck a child, following the Hoyas’ 80-77 loss to Xavier. (More)

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➤ The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will host an online public hearing over defense manufacturer Anduril’s proposed Pickaway County facility. Some residents cite concerns about possible impacts on wetlands and waterways. (More)

➤ The annual Christmas at the Fort light display in Steubenville provides an estimated $1 million boost to local restaurants, hotels, and other businesses. (More)

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➤ The state approved more than $75 million in tax credits to help preserve 45 historic buildings statewide, including the former George F. Otte Carpet Co. building in Cincinnati. (More)

➤ An 11-year-old driver with two other children in the car led Newburgh Heights police on a chase. Police Chief John Majoy said the chase “has got to be a record for the youngest driver in a pursuit.” (More)

➤ Cleveland Metroparks Zoo extended Wild Winter Lights through Jan. 4. The Christmas lights experience was initially set to end on Dec. 30. (Details)

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What are your travel plans for Christmas?

1. Traveling far
   
2. Traveling nearby
   
3. Staying home
   

Yesterday’s Results:

Have you gone to see Christmas lights this year?

1. Yes: 34%
2. Not yet: 33%
3. Don’t plan to: 33%

What holiday plant grows in trees along the Ohio River?

Show me the answer