Thursday, April 23, 2026

On this day in 1968, an F5 tornado tore through Scioto, Lawrence, and Gallia counties, traveling 34 miles and striking Wheelersburg, killing seven people.

🏈 The NFL draft kicks off tonight, and dozens of players with Ohio ties hope to hear their names called in the days ahead. Read today’s Sports section for a look at what to expect from this year’s draft.

The cost of living varies wildly across the United States, and for retirees, choosing the wrong state can cost up to six figures a year. On today's episode of The Flyover Podcast, host Ayla Brown shares new data that ranks the cost of living in every U.S. state, what groceries, housing, and healthcare actually cost depending on where you live. Plus, which states give retirees the most financial breathing room? Where does your state land, and what does it mean for your retirement? Tune in here!

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Ramaswamy Draws Crowd at Ohio State

Hundreds of people attended a Turning Point USA event at The Ohio State University on Tuesday, where Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy was a featured speaker. You can watch the event here.

Ramaswamy cited lower electric bills, more job opportunities, and lower housing costs as top goals for 2027 if he’s elected governor in November.

Addressing the debate over data center development, Ramaswamy said there’s a middle ground that would allow both technology companies and farmers to succeed. He also emphasized the need to advance artificial intelligence in ways that create new jobs rather than displace workers.

Yesterday, FOX & Friends broadcast live from Tee Jaye’s Country Place in Columbus, where FOX’s Lawrence Jones was expected to interact with patrons and interview Ramaswamy.

Ohio Market Attracting Homebuyers

While Cincinnati and Columbus are now considered modest buyers’ markets, Cleveland remains one of the few balanced housing markets in the U.S., according to housing data.

According to Fortune, Ohio’s housing market appears to be driven by Gen Z buyers and remote workers leaving the Sun Belt for the Rust Belt, where homes are roughly 30% cheaper than in coastal parts of the U.S.

Cleveland’s median home price of $247,000 is the second-lowest in the U.S., behind only Wichita, Kansas. Cleveland home sales also surged in March, rising 28%. Ohio’s median statewide sale price as of February was $214,833.

Worthington Inn Reopening Next Week

The historic Worthington Inn will reopen April 29 with Wolf’s Ridge Brewing after being closed for nearly a decade, offering lunch, dinner, and brunch with limited seating following renovations.

The inn is promoting “approachable tavern fare” and seasonal, chef-driven dishes, including French onion soup, fish and chips, burgers, deviled eggs, and charcuterie plates.

Built in 1831 as a private residence, the Worthington Inn became an inn and restaurant in the 1850s. Over the years, it hosted notable guests, including Harvey Firestone, Gordon Battelle, and college football teams visiting Ohio State.

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➤ Fairfield County: Pleasantville officials disbanded the village police department after determining it lacked proper legal authority, leaving residents uncertain about pending cases as state agencies review the situation. (More)

➤ Youngstown: The Diocese will hold final Masses at three churches this spring as officials close buildings in Youngstown and Ashtabula, citing financial pressures, declining attendance, and ongoing parish consolidation. (Details)

➤ Dayton: Deputy Chief Eric Henderson will serve as the new police chief, selected after a yearslong process highlighting his 27 years of experience, leadership, and focus on community engagement and public safety. (More)

➤ North Royalton: Mayor Larry Antoskiewicz will retire early due to health issues as controversy grows over a fired officer, a whistleblower complaint, and a resident-led recall effort. (More)

➤ Sandusky County: An Ohio Lottery player won a $5 million scratch-off jackpot, choosing a $2.5 million lump sum that nets about $1.8 million after taxes. (More)

➤ New Albany: The city plans to expand Rose Run Park and add a veterans memorial, with the project expected to be completed in late 2027. (See Renderings)

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➤ Dozens of players with Ohio ties are hoping to hear their names called during this week’s NFL draft, which begins tonight. Five former Ohio State players are expected to attend in person. (See Prospects)

➤ The Cleveland Cavaliers are 3.5-point favorites in tonight’s first-round Game 3 in Toronto. Cleveland leads the Raptors 2-0 in the series. (More)

➤ The Toledo Walleye will host the Bloomington Bison tonight in Game 1 of the best-of-seven ECHL Central Division semifinals. (See Schedule)

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➤ Columbus and Portland, Oregon, are the only two cities nationwide selected as test markets for new Burger King products, including the chain's new King Sized Slider Box. (More)

➤ The Surgical Hospital at Southwoods introduced ExcelsiusGPS robotic navigation, the first system in the region, offering surgeons greater precision, smaller incisions, and faster recovery times for patients undergoing spine surgery. (More)

➤ Findlay-based Ohio Logistics is expanding into Lima with a 100,000-square-foot spec building, positioning the site near I-75 to attract manufacturers and support regional job growth. (More)

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➤ Franklin County deputies are searching for a robbery suspect who politely greeted a hotel clerk, demanded cash, declined coins, and said “thank you” before fleeing in an SUV. (See Robbery)

➤ The world’s largest rubber duck returns to Cuyahoga Falls this week, anchoring a student-led arts festival that blends entrepreneurship, exhibits, and family-friendly events across a three-day downtown celebration. (Details)

➤ The Akron Zoo welcomed two endangered spotted turtle hatchlings—a native Ohio species threatened by poaching—as part of broader conservation efforts to protect the species. (See Photos)

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