Sunday, June 7, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1917, Dean Martin—the singer, actor, and comedian known as the King of Cool—was born in Steubenville.

In case you missed it, this week on The Flyover Podcast, Ayla broke down a Social Security shift that quietly took effect this year, one that could permanently shrink your monthly check if you claim at the wrong time. Retirement experts say knowing your exact number before you file could mean the difference of hundreds of dollars a month for the rest of your life. Listen here.

Today's sponsor, United States Tungsten, is highlighting a rare opportunity to invest in a critical mineral essential to industries from aerospace to electronics as the company works to revive domestic tungsten production at a historic North Carolina site.

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Ohio Property Tax Push Falls Short

The Committee to Abolish Ohio Property Taxes announced Friday it fell short of its internal goal of roughly 620,000 signatures to place a constitutional amendment eliminating property taxes on the November 2026 ballot.

The group, known as Ax Ohio Tax, ran its signature campaign for nearly a year and attracted national attention. It is now targeting the November 2027 ballot instead.

Ohio property taxes fund roughly $21 billion in public services statewide, including schools, townships, and libraries. The proposed amendment would have fully eliminated the tax at the constitutional level.

Ax Ohio Tax would need to collect the required signatures again for the 2027 ballot effort, with a new petition deadline ahead.

Severe Storms Swept Ohio Saturday

A cold front pushed a line of severe thunderstorms across Ohio on Saturday, bringing damaging winds, hail, and heavy downpours to communities statewide.

Northeast Ohio faced a slight risk with forecasters warning of damaging winds and rapidly intensifying storms. Rain chances hit 80%, with gusts up to 26 mph.

Central Ohio also tracked strong to severe storms moving in Saturday afternoon, with the front sweeping southeast through the evening. Sunday brings clearing skies and highs in the mid-80s statewide.

Columbus High on Walkable City List Again

Columbus has landed in the top four of USA Today's 2026 Most Walkable Cities to Visit poll, earning recognition for the second year running as one of the nation's most pedestrian-friendly destinations.

The designation spotlights walkable neighborhoods like the Short North Arts District alongside a downtown packed with museums, concert venues, and restaurants, all highlighted by USA Today's travel panel as hallmarks of Columbus's foot-friendly appeal.

Columbus' current fourth-place spot puts it ahead of high-profile contenders like New York City and Chicago. Voting in the USA Today poll remains open through June 15.

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North Carolina’s Moment in the $10 Billion Tungsten Boom

The global tungsten market is surging toward $10 billion by 2030, and a historic site in North Carolina is drawing attention as domestic minerals become a national priority.

Modern industry has no substitute for tungsten. From the precision drills that build cities to the high-heat engines that power flight, it's the indispensable backbone of global manufacturing:

Automotive: $3T+ market
Electronics: $500B+ market
Aerospace: $800B+ market

With global prices surging 557%, the demand for a domestic source has reached a boiling point.

That's exactly where United States Tungsten comes in. The company is working toward reopening a domestic recovery and processing facility at the Tungsten Queen, which holds approximately 1 million tons of tungsten-bearing minerals.

The opportunity is here. Lock in up to 23% bonus shares as an early-stage United States Tungsten investor before June 12.

➤ Cleveland: A city resident won Ohio's first-ever Millionaire For Life jackpot, claiming a $10 million one-time cash payment in lieu of the $1-million-a-year-for-life annuity, with a ticket purchased at Giant Eagle on Edgecliff Avenue. The multi-state game launched in February. (More)

➤ Rocky River: E-bike and e-scooter injuries among youth doubled by end of 2025, with 135 treated at area hospitals versus 67 the prior year. City leaders are now exploring age restrictions and safety requirements. (More)

➤ Sandusky: Ohio Bike Week wrapped its 26th annual run along Lake Erie on Saturday, drawing thousands of riders from across the country for the 9-day festival's final block party weekend. (More)

➤ Columbus: A bill banning child marriage has cleared committee hearings unopposed but remains stalled in the Ohio Senate. Republican leaders are divided as House Minority Leader Dani Isaacsohn has called for a floor vote. (More)

➤ Columbus: Local Matters, a food access nonprofit on Parsons Avenue, is closing after 18 years due to unsustainable funding. The organization held its final day of programming Saturday. (More)

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➤ Storms moving through central Ohio suspended play at the Memorial Tournament multiple times during Saturday's third round, with the day's first delay pushing several tee times back nearly two hours. (More)

➤ Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward, a Macedonia native, expressed his commitment to staying in Cleveland despite the team's trade of star defensive end Myles Garrett: "It's Ohio against the world.” (More)

➤ Kenton Ridge High School's softball team won its 63rd consecutive game Friday, defeating Mogadore in the Division IV state semifinals 5-3 to set up a championship matchup against Licking Valley today. (Tournament Info)

➤ Cincinnati St. Xavier's boys' lacrosse team repeated as Division I high school state champions, defeating Cleveland St. Ignatius 13-7 at Historic Crew Stadium in Columbus to claim back-to-back titles. (More)

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This Metal Has Already Jumped 557%

Tungsten powers everything from aerospace to EVs. That’s why it’s projected to be a $10 billion industry by 2030, and one company is positioning itself to transform the domestic tungsten supply chain.

United States Tungsten is working to reopen a domestic recovery and processing facility through the Tungsten Queen, which holds approximately 1 million tons of tungsten. Demand is expected to surge as the U.S. rebuilds its domestic mineral supply. With critical mineral legislation accelerating and defense budgets rising, domestic suppliers have a unique opportunity to lead the market. United States Tungsten is already in talks with the government about supply contracts.

You can now invest in United States Tungsten and lock in up to 23% bonus shares before June 12.

This is a paid advertisement for United States Tungsten Corp. Regulation CF offering. Please read the offering circular at https://invest.unitedstatestungsten.com/

➤ Columbus' ABC6 and FOX28 earned 20 Emmy nominations from the 2026 NATAS Ohio Valley Chapter awards, recognizing the stations' coverage across news, sports, and investigative reporting. (More)

➤ The Dublin Irish Festival returns this summer as one of the largest Irish festivals in the U.S., featuring traditional music, Irish cuisine, whiskey tastings, and family activities at Coffman Park. (More)

➤ Emily Hayward recently revealed details of how she spent years performing as Ohio State's mascot, Brutus Buckeye, while keeping it a secret from most of her friends. (More)

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