Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Savannah Guthrie's Plea, Serena's Debate, and High-Paying Careers

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Here's a sneak peek of what we're diving into in today's Podcast Extra section:

➤ Savannah Guthrie made a tearful on-air plea as new details emerge in her mother's disappearance. (Listen Here)

➤ Should weight-loss drugs be banned in sports? Serena Williams reignited the debate. (Hear More)

➤ These are the 20 highest-paying jobs in America that aren't doctors. (Tune In)

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Chicken Landfill Disposal, Jim Tressel Enshrined, and a Plastic Flamingo

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1842, author Ambrose Bierce, best known for works including The Devil's Dictionary, Tales of Soldiers and Civilians, and Chickamauga, was born in Meigs County.

A coach who once owned the rivalry with Michigan is about to get a permanent place inside the Horseshoe, alongside Woody and Paul. Details below. Did you have a favorite Tressel-era moment? Reply to this email to let us know.

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State Probes Landfill Chicken Disposal

A viral video of hundreds of chickens dumped at a Logan County landfill, some of them still alive, has triggered a state investigation.

The footage, posted to a local Facebook group on June 16, showed a truck unloading the birds at the Bellefontaine site. State agriculture officials say disposing of euthanized, disease-free hens in an approved landfill is legal and that these birds had reached the end of their laying cycle.

But the state's review found that not all the chickens had been properly euthanized before they were dumped. The county health commissioner said his office is concerned that some of the birds were still alive when they were disposed of.

For now, no agency has clear enforcement authority. The landfill says it halted shipments from the customer, and investigators are still working to confirm the birds' origin, believed to be a Union County farm.

Mayflies Swarm Lake Erie Shore

Billions of mayflies are once again blanketing communities along Ohio's Lake Erie shore in their annual early-summer hatch.

The insects spend up to 2 years as nymphs in the lakebed before surfacing to live for only 24 to 72 hours, coating cars, buildings, and porch lights before they die. They do not bite or sting, though their oily carcasses can leave roads dangerously slick.

Biologists see an upside: the swarms signal healthy water in Lake Erie and feed prized fish like walleye and bass. To cut the mess, FirstEnergy has begun suspending streetlights in lakeside towns such as Port Clinton, Marblehead, and Erie Township.

The hatch has already reached the islands, where recent footage shows the swarm overtaking a Put-in-Bay visitor center. Watch a video of the swarm here.

Tressel Joins Ohio Stadium Legends

Former Ohio State coach Jim Tressel will be added to the Ohio Stadium Ring of Honor when the Buckeyes open the season against Ball State on Sept. 5.

The 2002 national champion becomes just the third coach to earn the distinction, joining Woody Hayes and Paul Brown on the C-deck that rings the Horseshoe. He is the first person enshrined since 2014, when his former quarterback, Troy Smith, was honored.

Tressel went 106-23 over 10 seasons, won six Big Ten titles, and posted a 9-1 mark against archrival Michigan. His 2002 squad capped a 14-0 run by toppling Miami in double overtime for the program's first title in 34 years.

Now 73 and serving as Ohio's lieutenant governor, Tressel called the honor "truly humbling" and said it places him alongside the men he grew up admiring. His name is unveiled before the 12:30 p.m. kickoff in Columbus.

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“Cobots” Are Transforming This $1T Market

They’re not replacing humans; they’re working with them. That’s the promise of “cobots,” or collaborative robots.

In a robotics market NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang called “one of the largest industries ever,” the cobot segment is projected to grow 15X by 2035.

And Miso Robotics is proving its value in the $1T fast-food industry.

Their Flippy fry station AI robot boosts restaurant profits up to 3X, logging 200k hours in live kitchens alongside human employees for brands like White Castle.

Flippy carries $4B/year in U.S. revenue potential on its own. And that's just one piece of Miso’s platform.

Big-name brands like Jersey Mike’s and Cinnabon just became customers. Industry powerhouse Ecolab already invested. Join them as an early-stage shareholder before Miso hits their $2.5M raise goal for June.

➤ Strongsville: The Ohio Supreme Court declined to hear a new appeal from Mackenzie Shirilla, convicted in the 2022 crash deaths of two people. Her post-conviction petition was filed one day late. (More)

➤ Statewide: Stealing a catalytic converter is now a felony in Ohio under a new crackdown that tightens oversight of scrap buyers. Thefts hit 45,000 insurance claims worth $115 million in 2022. (More)

➤ Reynoldsburg: A two-alarm fire that started in a backyard early Tuesday damaged three homes and displaced 11 people, with no injuries reported. Arson investigators are still working on the cause. (See Photos)

➤ Statewide: Six Medicaid providers were indicted on fraud and theft charges totaling more than $326,000, part of a national health care fraud sweep. One Westerville doctor allegedly billed almost $200,000 for services that were fabricated. (More)

➤ Ashland: Ashland City Schools topped state averages on several exams, with third-grade reading proficiency climbing to 86% from 58% last fall. Eighth-grade math hit 74.6%, far above the state's 52%. (See Details)

➤ Girard is advancing a one-year moratorium on new data centers. City council gave a second reading to the proposal Monday, with a final vote expected in July. (More)

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➤ The Cleveland Cavaliers traded the 29th pick in last night’s NBA Draft to the Sacramento Kings for the No. 34 pick and a future second rounder. (More)

➤ The Cleveland Browns are fielding calls about the availability of quarterback Shedeur Sanders. Sanders started the final seven games of his rookie season but is now competing with Deshaun Watson, Dillon Gabriel, and rookie Taylen Green for the starting job. (More)

➤ Ohio State safety Caleb Downs was named the university's Male Athlete of the Year, winning the Thorpe Award, the Lott IMPACT Trophy, and Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year this football season. He capped it off by being drafted 11th overall in the NFL Draft. (More)

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➤ The 42-year-old Northwest Ohio Rib Off in Toledo is changing hands and relocating to nearby Oregon in 2027, after The Blade sold the longtime tradition to the German-American Festival Society amid rising costs. (See Details)

➤ DiCarlo's Pizza has closed its Westerville location, and Columbus sandwich spot Fat Arnie's will take over the State Street space with its first brick-and-mortar restaurant, a takeout-focused concept. (More)

➤ Delaware's city council passed an emergency resolution urging the state attorney general to halt OhioHealth's plan to end inpatient maternity care at Grady Memorial on July 31, citing longer drives for expecting mothers. (More)

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Musk: This Will Make Everyone Wealthier Than Me

After SpaceX’s history-making IPO, Elon Musk has become the world’s first trillionaire. But he says the forthcoming AI and robotics boom will make everyone wealthier than him.

Over 44,000 people are tapping into this boom by investing in a private robotics company: Miso Robotics.

Miso’s AI and robots are becoming fixtures across the $1T fast-food industry, serving customers at Cinnabon, Jersey Mike’s, Jamba, and many more. In fact, Miso’s Flippy Fry Station AI robot has already logged over 200,000 hours in real kitchens like White Castle.

Now Miso’s scaling Flippy across a $4B/year US revenue opportunity. And it’s only one piece of Miso’s growing platform.

This is your chance to tap into this growth as a Miso shareholder. Invest before Miso hits their $2.5M raise goal for June.

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➤ Canal booms and railroad money once built bustling Ohio towns that have since crumbled into ruins. A new photo tour traces the forgotten communities the woods are quietly swallowing. (See Photos)

➤ Columns of ants have been spotted marching up the walls of multi-story buildings in Ohio cities, and University of Dayton researchers say the odd behavior is actually a hopeful sign. (See Study)

➤ A Cleveland suburb of Parma has crowned the plastic pink flamingo its official mascot, lighting up homes and landmarks in pink for its bicentennial. The 1957 lawn ornament became an unlikely civic icon. (More)

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➤ Savannah Guthrie made a tearful on-air plea as new details emerge in her mother's disappearance. (Listen Here)

➤ Should weight-loss drugs be banned in sports? Serena Williams reignited the debate. (Hear More)

➤ These are the 20 highest-paying jobs in America that aren't doctors. (Tune In)

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Great American Fair, Ballot Counting, and NBA Draft

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Good morning! On this day in 1840, Mary Latimer McLendon, Georgia’s Mother of Suffrage, was born in DeKalb County.

Today is National Pralines Day, a sweet nod to one of Georgia's signature treats. Savannah's River Street Sweets is marking the day with samples and a fundraiser for Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia's Kids Cafe.

Macon Approves Costco Plans

Macon-Bibb's planning commission approved a rezoning, clearing the way for the city's first Costco.

Developers said the store will employ up to 200 workers, with groundbreaking possible later this year. Mayor Lester Miller said the city is also courting Trader Joe's, Topgolf, and Dave & Buster's.

The approved plan rezones nearly 28 acres near the Shoppes at River Crossing for a 158,000-square-foot warehouse, 32 gas pumps, and 873 parking spaces.

Planning staff backed the request, calling it consistent with the county's 2050 plan. Some raised concerns about traffic on a corridor that planners estimate could see more than 6,300 vehicle trips on a typical weekday.

Oil Change Costs Rise

Metro Atlanta motorists are paying more for routine vehicle maintenance as a shortage of synthetic motor oil pushes prices higher.

Georgia Tech supply chain expert Chris Gaffney said prices are rising due to the Middle East conflict, including disruptions of the Strait of Hormuz and the bombing of a key production plant in the region.

Before this week's announcement of a cease-fire in the conflict, some shops predicted that a synthetic oil change that recently cost $60 to $65 could eventually climb to $85 or even $90, while premium services could top $120.

Industry publication Lubes’n’Greases reports that global base oil markets have tightened amid geopolitical uncertainty and shipping disruptions, adding pressure to supply chains.

Georgia Heads to America 250 Fair

Georgia will take part in the Great American State Fair on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., part of the nation’s 250th birthday celebration.

The fair will run from Thursday through July 10, with exhibits highlighting culture, innovation, and economic achievements from across the country.

Georgia will showcase key industries as well as iconic Georgia-based companies such as Waffle House and Chick-fil-A.

“From information about famous Georgia-grown goods to exclusive products from major Georgia-based brands, visitors from around the world who experience our showcase will have plenty of reasons to keep us on their minds," Gov. Brian Kemp said.

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“Cobots” Are Transforming This $1T Market

They’re not replacing humans; they’re working with them. That’s the promise of “cobots,” or collaborative robots.

In a robotics market NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang called “one of the largest industries ever,” the cobot segment is projected to grow 15X by 2035.

And Miso Robotics is proving its value in the $1T fast-food industry.

➤ Statewide: State lawmakers ended the special session Tuesday, passing a bill that requires hand counts only in close finishes in the governor and lieutenant governor races. The measure now goes to Gov. Brian Kemp for his review. (More)

➤ Albany: Residents shared videos of the water that covered streets during the area's latest storm Sunday night, with several vehicles seen submerged. (Watch)

➤ Metro Atlanta: Filming will begin in August on the NASCAR drama series Thunder Road, starring Dennis Quaid. Production will be based at Riverwood Studios in Senoia. (More)

➤ Gainesville: Radio host and state school board member Martha Zoller died Monday following a sudden illness. The longtime WDUN talk-show host and 2012 congressional candidate was an influential voice in conservative politics. (More)

➤ Statewide: Legislative committees from the state House and Senate held a joint meeting to discuss the implementation of the Georgia Early Literacy Act, with one committee chair calling the measure the most impactful change to education in the state since the 1990s. (More)

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➤ The Atlanta Hawks selected Houston guard Kingston Flemings with the No. 8 pick in the NBA Draft on Tuesday night, followed by St. John's Zuby Ejiofor with the No. 23 pick. (Draft)

➤ Atlanta Falcons edge rusher James Pearce Jr. is expected to receive at least an eight-game suspension for his offseason legal problems, including alleged instances of domestic violence and stalking. (More)

➤ Morocco faces Haiti in a FIFA World Cup Group C match today at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m. (More)

➤ Atlanta United introduced Mauricio Culebro as its president of soccer, a newly created role overseeing both the MLS club and the incoming NWSL Atlanta franchise launching in 2028. Culebro previously ran both the men's and women's programs at Mexico's Tigres club. (More)

➤ Yesterday's results: World Cup | MLB | WNBA

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➤ A real estate company sued Luke Bryan and Jason Aldean, claiming the closure of the Georgia country music stars' Nashville steakhouse violated the lease agreement. (More)

➤ The state's economic development efforts supported 423 facility expansions and new locations last year, with 77% of the projects based outside of metro Atlanta. (More)

➤ Atlanta-based UPS will invest $48 million to build 27 temperature-controlled freight facilities across the Americas, Europe, and Asia, targeting growing demand for Ozempic and other refrigerated pharmaceuticals. (More)

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➤ Nearly half of parents say they need more life insurance

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Musk: This Will Make Everyone Wealthier Than Me

After SpaceX’s history-making IPO, Elon Musk has become the world’s first trillionaire. But he says the forthcoming AI and robotics boom will make everyone wealthier than him.

Over 44,000 people are tapping into this boom by investing in a private robotics company: Miso Robotics.

Now Miso’s scaling Flippy across a $4B/year US revenue opportunity. And it’s only one piece of Miso’s growing platform.

This is your chance to tap into this growth as a Miso shareholder. Invest before Miso hits their $2.5M raise goal for June.

This is a paid advertisement for Miso Robotics’ Regulation A offering. Please read the offering circular at invest.misorobotics.com

➤ NOAA's research ship Nancy Foster opened its decks to the public on Savannah's River Street before launching an ecosystem survey of Gray's Reef. (More)

➤ The first-ever tomato festival in Brooklet included a tomato contest judged by local celebrities, with prizes awarded for the biggest, best-tasting, and ugliest tomato. (More)

➤ Macon received a shout-out as one of the must-stops for music fans touring the country, celebrated as the launching pad for Otis Redding, Little Richard, the Allman Brothers, and others. (More)

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