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North Adams High School senior Beau Hesler shattered Ohio's state record in the 400-meter dash with a blazing 16.52-second finish. The small-town athlete is headed to state finals in five events, bringing a trail of broken records and inspired teammates with him.
Ohio State's cheerleaders, dance team, and Brutus Buckeye all claimed national titles at Disney World, marking a historic sweep for the university's spirit program. The Buckeyes dominated the game day category in front of cheering parents and fans at ESPN's Wide World of Sports.
Hilliard Bradley's softball team made history with a record-breaking 20-hit performance in their first-ever state semifinal appearance. The Jaguars are heading to the championship game against Lancaster in an all-central Ohio showdown.
Five Ohio State football players will attend the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, more than any other college program and matching the entire SEC. The secret isn't just talent—it's a culture of focus, competition, and motivation that transforms good athletes into elite professionals.
Former Ohio State wide receiver Carnell Tate is expected to be drafted in the first round this week, joining an elite group of Buckeye receivers in the NFL. Despite following legends like Marvin Harrison Jr. and Chris Olave, Tate is focused on carving his own path while honoring the "Receiver U" legacy.
Ohio State University just created a new Institute on Aging that brings together 50+ scientists to help people live healthier, longer lives. The effort tackles everything from dementia to cancer while preparing the next generation of aging experts.
As NFL prospect Caleb Downs prepares for Thursday's draft, he credits his 23-year Army veteran grandfather for instilling the discipline that shaped his path to success. The Ohio State safety comes from a football family, but says his grandfather Gary Downs Sr.'s military values made all the difference.
Accounting students at Ohio State volunteered to prepare free tax returns for low-income residents, securing over half a million dollars in refunds. They caught costly errors, helped people file years of back taxes, and taught struggling workers how to avoid surprise tax bills.
Geneva High School senior Ella Haeseler is heading back to the Ohio state track championships, ready to prove that pressure makes her stronger. This time, she's aiming for the podium in discus with a personal best throw that's 12 feet farther than last year.
After nearly two decades of close calls, Waynedale High School's wrestling team finally claimed their first state championship with a dramatic comeback victory. The win marks the first state duals title in Wayne County history.
A new 117-megawatt solar farm in Highland County, Ohio just powered up using panels manufactured right in the state. It's proof that American-made clean energy can work at scale while boosting local communities.
Every single county in Ohio saw unemployment drop in April, with rates falling as low as 2.0% in some areas. Northwest Ohio led the charge with five counties landing in the state's top ten for job growth.
Mark Lamoncha transformed his family's 1959 pattern shop into North America's leading 3D sand producer and just earned Ohio's top small business honor. He's now competing for the national title this May.
After losing their first championship game, the Canfield 10U softball team regrouped in just 30 minutes and crushed their opponents 11-2 to claim the state title. These young athletes showed that resilience and teamwork can turn defeat into triumph.
A dedicated group of 14 volunteers spent their Saturday cleaning up Route 212 in Tuscarawas County, joining 140 other community groups saving Ohio millions in highway maintenance costs. Their work proves that small local actions can create massive statewide impact.
Ohio State University students who visited concentration camps in Poland returned home to share lunch and stories with 132 Holocaust survivors living in Central Ohio. The February gathering bridged generations, ensuring precious firsthand accounts aren't lost to time.
Ohio lawmakers approved $875 million to pay back nursing homes after the state Supreme Court found officials used the wrong formula to calculate Medicaid payments. The correction ends a dispute that shortchanged facilities caring for the state's most vulnerable elderly residents by hundreds of millions of dollars.
Geneva High School's Ella Haeseler just wrapped up her senior track season and is heading to Cleveland State University to keep throwing. She's carrying on a family tradition that stretches back over a century.
Three Beaver Local High School seniors just earned one of Ohio's highest academic honors for exceptional test scores. Their achievement puts them among the top students in Columbiana County.
Every single athlete Fenwick High School sent to the state track championship came home with a medal. The small Catholic school's program has exploded from 16 athletes to nearly 60 in just six years.
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