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- 1Neptune North picks Columbus region for US technology hub▼Neptune North Selects Columbus Region for a U.S. Technology Hub
Neptune North has selected the Columbus region in Ohio as the site for a new U.S. technology hub. The announcement, publicised through JobsOhio, signals an investment and job-creation win for central Ohio's growing technology sector. Details such as the size of the investment, number of jobs and timeline have not yet been made public.
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Workers at Cleveland Clinic Lutheran Hospital in Ohio are continuing their strike, according to local reporting from WKYC. The job action is ongoing and no resolution has been announced. The walkout adds to a broader wave of labor disputes involving hospital workers in the United States, where staffing levels, pay and working conditions have been central demands. Patients and residents are watching to see how long the disruption to hospital operations will last.
- 3Columbus hospitals spend billions on new buildings in 2026▼Columbus hospitals are spending billions on buildings. See what's new in 2026
Columbus hospitals are investing billions of dollars in new construction and building projects set to open in 2026. The Columbus Dispatch reports on the wave of expansion across the city's healthcare systems, detailing what new facilities and renovations are coming. The spending reflects major ongoing growth in central Ohio's medical infrastructure.
- 4Central Ohio communities set 2026 trick-or-treat dates●2026 trick-or-treat dates & times around central Ohio
Listings of 2026 trick-or-treat dates and times for communities around central Ohio are circulating, giving families and neighborhood organizers early information on when children can go door-to-door for Halloween candy. Local coverage typically compiles each municipality's officially designated hours, which often vary between suburbs. The early interest suggests residents are already planning for next year's Halloween festivities across the Columbus area.
- 5Ex-Faith Life Church youth pastor on trial for child sex abuse▼Ex-Faith Life Church youth pastor accused of child sex abuse on trial
A former youth pastor at Faith Life Church is on trial accused of child sex abuse, according to The Columbus Dispatch. The case is being closely followed in central Ohio, where the church operates, and it has drawn attention to questions of oversight and accountability in church youth programs. Details of the allegations and testimony from the trial have not been fully outlined in available coverage.
- 6Lima Pumpkin Invasion fills Central District with pumpkins and food●Lima Pumpkin Invasion brings pumpkins, food and entertainment to Central District
Lima, Ohio's Central District is hosting the Pumpkin Invasion, an event featuring pumpkin displays, food vendors and family entertainment. Local coverage highlights the fall festival as a seasonal attraction drawing residents downtown. Details such as dates, organizers and attendance figures have not been widely reported, but the event is being promoted as a community celebration with activities for all ages.
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St. Mary Central Catholic's tennis team has advanced to the district final, according to a prep sports roundup from the Sandusky Register. The victory keeps the Panthers' postseason run alive in Ohio high school tennis. Further details on the opponent, score, or the players involved were not provided in the roundup item.
- 8Driver education scholarships open for local teens▼Driver Education Scholarships available for local teens through NCOESC’s “Drive to Succeed” grant program
The North Central Ohio Educational Service Center is offering driver education scholarships to local teenagers through its "Drive to Succeed" grant program. The program helps cover the cost of driver's training for teens whose families may not otherwise afford it. Officials with the service center are encouraging eligible families in the area, including Crawford County, to apply for the assistance.
- 9Scholarships help local teens pay for driver education▼Driver education scholarships available for local teens through NCOESC’s 'Drive to Succeed program
The North Central Ohio Educational Service Center is offering driver education scholarships to local teenagers through its 'Drive to Succeed' program. The program aims to cover the cost of driver training for teens whose families may not otherwise afford it, helping more young drivers in the region get licensed safely. Families interested in applying are encouraged to contact the service center.