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Ohio State Launches Aging Institute for Longer, Healthier Lives
Health & WellnessJun 9

Ohio State Launches Aging Institute for Longer, Healthier Lives

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.

Google: scientific discovery2 min read
Ohio State Spirit Squad Sweeps National Championships
SportsJan 18

Ohio State Spirit Squad Sweeps National Championships

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.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
Ohio Senior Breaks State Record in 110M Race
SportsJun 4

Ohio Senior Breaks State Record in 110M Race

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.

Google: athlete breaks record2 min read
Ohio University's $50M Arts Center Reaches Major Milestone
SolutionsMay 15

Ohio University's $50M Arts Center Reaches Major Milestone

Students and faculty at Ohio University signed a steel beam that will become part of the new $50 million Violet L. Patton Center for Arts Education. The late donor's signature now joins theirs on a beam that symbolizes how arts education will transform campus and community for generations.

Google News - Education Milestone2 min read
OSU Students Connect With 132 Holocaust Survivors in Ohio
Acts of KindnessFeb 16

OSU Students Connect With 132 Holocaust Survivors in Ohio

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.

Google: survivor story3 min read
Ohio High School Sets State Softball Record with 20 Hits
SportsJun 3

Ohio High School Sets State Softball Record with 20 Hits

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.

Yahoo Sports2 min read
Ohio State's Culture Turns Athletes Into NFL Draft Stars
SportsApr 16

Ohio State's Culture Turns Athletes Into NFL Draft Stars

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.

Mens Health3 min read
Ohio State's Carnell Tate Eyes First-Round NFL Draft Pick
SportsApr 21

Ohio State's Carnell Tate Eyes First-Round NFL Draft Pick

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.

Fox News Sports2 min read
Ohio University Ranks Top 25 for AR/VR Programs
InnovationJan 22

Ohio University Ranks Top 25 for AR/VR Programs

Ohio University just cracked the top 25 public schools nationwide for augmented and virtual reality education. Graduates are landing jobs at Microsoft, Disney, and Google thanks to hands-on training that blends creativity with cutting-edge tech.

Google News - School Innovation2 min read
Ohio State Students Help 270 People Claim $500K in Refunds
Community HeroesApr 10

Ohio State Students Help 270 People Claim $500K in Refunds

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.

Google: volunteers help3 min read
Ohio State's Caleb Downs Credits Army Vet Grandpa Before Draft
Community HeroesApr 21

Ohio State's Caleb Downs Credits Army Vet Grandpa Before Draft

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.

Fox News Sports2 min read
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SportsJun 4

Ohio Teen Returns to State Championships After Year of Growth

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.

Yahoo Sports2 min read
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SportsJun 7

Ohio Senior Lands College Sports Spot After State Meet

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.

Yahoo Sports2 min read
S.C. State Flag Flies Over State House for First Time
SportsJan 22

S.C. State Flag Flies Over State House for First Time

South Carolina State University's championship victory earned more than a trophy—it made history. For the first time ever, an HBCU flag now flies over the State House dome.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
Ohio Wrestling Team Wins First State Title After 18 Years
Community HeroesFeb 19

Ohio Wrestling Team Wins First State Title After 18 Years

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.

Google News - Historic Victory2 min read
New Faith-Based University Opens in Nigeria
SolutionsFeb 4

New Faith-Based University Opens in Nigeria

Religious and government leaders will launch Minaret University in Osun State this week, marking a milestone in interfaith education. The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community's new institution welcomed Nigeria's sultan, a traditional king, and the state governor for its historic first day.

Vanguard Nigeria2 min read
Ohio Opens $31M Hub Linking High School to Tech Careers
InnovationFeb 4

Ohio Opens $31M Hub Linking High School to Tech Careers

A 375,000-square-foot facility in Hamilton, Ohio just opened a direct pipeline from 10th grade shop class to engineering degrees. The collaboration between Miami University, Butler Tech, and state employment services is rewriting how students enter advanced manufacturing careers.

Google News - School Innovation3 min read
Ohio Solar Farm Runs on Ohio-Made Panels
SolutionsApr 4

Ohio Solar Farm Runs on Ohio-Made Panels

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.

Electrek2 min read
Ohio Surgeons Perfect Papercut-Sized Lymphedema Surgery
Health & WellnessApr 21

Ohio Surgeons Perfect Papercut-Sized Lymphedema Surgery

Cancer survivors with painful limb swelling are finding relief through microsurgery so precise it leaves only papercut-sized scars. Ohio State's team is leading a breakthrough that's transforming lives for millions of Americans living with lymphedema.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
Ohio Unemployment Hits 3.9% as All 88 Counties Improve
Global NewsMay 29

Ohio Unemployment Hits 3.9% as All 88 Counties Improve

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.

Google News - Unemployment Drops2 min read

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