Top Labor Day 2026 events in central Ohio, Columbus

130-plus artists line streets for Upper Arlington's Labor Day festival

More than 130 artists, live music, food trucks and more will highlight the Upper Arlington Labor Day Arts Festival on Sept. 7 ...

9/11-related events scheduled around the Charleston region

The 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorists attacks in New York City, Washington, D.C., and Shanksville, Pa., is this week. Here’s a list of 9/11 events scheduled in the Charleston region.

Pickleball and Entertainment Venue/Bar Coming to Cheviot

A new entertainment destination is taking shape in Cheviot, bringing pickleball, live music, sports, an arcade, food, and a ...

Short North Stabbing And Gunfire Send Crowd Running, Two Suspects Escape

A man was stabbed and gunfire erupted near North High Street and East Fourth Avenue in Columbus's Short North around 12:45 ...

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These 10 Indiana Cities Hit The Sweet Spot Between Too Big And Too Small

Greencastle is a small city in west-central Indiana that has a lot more going for it than its size might lead you to expect.

Legendary Pro Wrestler Who ‘Helped Shape An Era’ Has Tragically Passed Away

Oates’ family announced that he passed away on Friday, September 4, via the Facebook page of his Oates Gym in Columbus, ...

Former pro wrestling champion and Columbus gym owner Jerry Oates dies

As owner and operator of Oates Gym, Jerry created “a cornerstone of the Columbus fitness community for more than two decades, ...

Legendary pro wrestling champion dead at 81: ‘He shaped an era’

Legendary pro wrestling champion Jerry Oates has died. He was 81. His family announced his death in a statement to ...

Columbus Industry Leaders Connect at What Now’s Accelerate Event

Columbus-area restaurateurs, hospitality professionals and industry experts gathered Thursday, August 20, for a What Now ...

Maani’s Mela brings South Asian culture and local vendors to Seventh Son Brewing Co. Sunday

Maani’s will bring Pakistani-inspired drinks, art, live music and local vendors to Seventh Son Brewing Co. Sunday, as a recent Ohio State graduate looks to create a new cultural tradition in Columbus.

Rich Street Roar 4 Brings 150-Plus Cars and a Police-Themed Ferrari Downtown

The venue itself carries its own history. The Rich Street Bridge opened in July 2012 to carry US Route 62 and Ohio State ...

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Top Labor Day 2026 events in central Ohio

Central Ohio is preparing for various Labor Day weekend celebrations, including festivals, parades, and live music, across ...

As Ohio State awaits, Columbus native Rasheem Biles stands out in Texas football debut

A Pitt transfer, senior linebacker Rasheem Biles made the most of his first game with Texas. In a 59-7 win over Texas, Biles ...

Ohio State football's next two opponents had opposite Week 1 results

Texas cruised and Kent State struggled in Week 1. Here are the key takeaways before each opponent faces Ohio State.

Racing for a cure: Runners lace up for BuckeyeThon 5K

Runners across Columbus are lacing up their shoes Sunday morning for one of the Ohio State University's most exciting races.

Ryan Day Addresses Jeremiah Smith’s Early Exit from Ohio State’s Week 1 Win

Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith dominated the Buckeyes' opener but spent the entire second half watching from the sideline.

'Beat Ohio' isn't the gaffe some El-Sayed critics think it is | Insider

Some national political figures have attempted to criticize U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed for referring to Ohio State ...

These 10 Indiana Cities Hit The Sweet Spot Between Too Big And Too Small

Greencastle is a small city in west-central Indiana that has a lot more going for it than its size might lead you to expect.

Worthington Kilbourne's Molly O’Leary voted girls athlete of the week

Three athletes are nominated this week. You have until 4 p.m. Sept. 5 to vote.

Former head coach Jim Tressel officially enshrined in Ohio Stadium Ring of Honor

Tressel joins Paul Brown (1941-43) and Woody Hayes (1951-78) as the only other head coaches enshrined in the Ring of Honor.

Princeton senior running back Jordan Hall offered by Ohio State

Princeton senior running back Jordan Hall received an offer from Ohio State on Sept. 5 while at the Buckeyes season opener ...

Ohio State football Ferrari flashes its terrifying final gear against Ball State — Jimmy Watkins

Ohio State beat Ball State 56-3 on Saturday at Ohio Stadium, and the Buckeyes may have unlocked a new gear doing it.

Columbus Armory Reopens With $16.8M Overhaul, New Parachute Repair Hub

Columbus National Guard armory gets its first overhaul since 1979 — and a new parachute repair facility to match.

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Kathryn Stockett Returns to Mississippi, Brings New Novel to Columbus Sept. 17

Kathryn Stockett is coming to Columbus. The Help author brings her long-awaited second novel to a free downtown reception.

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