July/August 2022

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Travel

10 Things to Do in Cleveland this Summer

Kayak on the Cuyahoga River, visit incredible museums and explore world cuisines in this city along the shore that shines during the summer.

12 Must-Visit Spots in Ohio’s Appalachian Region

Spanning 32 Ohio counties, this part of our state offers experiences that highlight the outdoors, history and culture. Here are 12 destinations to put on your list.

4 Western Pennsylvania Spots for Culture, Nature and History

Head across the Ohio border to explore these cultural attractions in Pittsburgh and the surrounding Pennsylvania countryside.

5 Best Hometowns to Visit this Summer

From sites that illuminate Ohio history to downtown shopping and dining, explore these spots we discovered while visiting our Best Hometowns 2021-22.

Experience Summer in West Virginia

Whether you’re looking for family fun and relaxation, history and music, or whitewater rafting and outdoor adventure, these four Mountain State spots deliver.

Explore Football, Food and Fun in Canton

Stark County is packed with good times, whether you want to explore the game of football, enjoy a movie under the stars or take a local food tour.

Famous Ohio Markets

Shop fresh and local produce, foodie finds and great prepared meals at these destinations across the state.

Schoenbrunn Village, New Philadelphia

Founded in 1772, this village in what is today Tuscarawas County was the site of Ohio’s first Christian settlement.

Food + Drink

High Bank Distillery, Columbus

This capital city distiller has garnered praise for its great lunch, dinner and brunch fare and inventive lineup of cocktails.

Historic Ohio Farmers Markets

These three spots with long histories have served their communities for generations. Here’s what you’ll find there on Saturday mornings.

The Pompadour, Fairport Harbor

Rusty James Phillips unassumingly hip restaurant embraces innovation in both its food and cocktails, adding up to a spot that shines brightly with both.

Three Ohio Orchard Markets to Visit This Fall

Peaches and apples are part of northwest Ohio’s agricultural heritage. Visit this trio of markets to sample some of that local flavor. 

Arts

See ‘Jane Austen: Fashion & Sensibility’ in Cincinnati

The Taft Museum of Art in Cincinnati hosts an exhibition of wardrobe worn in six screen adaptations of Jane Austen’s classic novels.

Home + Garden

Linnea Campbell Studio, Cincinnati

This artist’s works span mugs, tumblers, bowls and other items featuring illustrations of plants and critters that you might find in your own backyard.

Ohio Life

Aviator Glenn Curtiss Makes Historic Flight

After taking off from Euclid Beach on Aug. 31, 1910, the pilot and plane-maker landed at
Cedar Point 1 hour and 17 minutes later.

How Scott Brown Became a Lego TikTok Sensation

Everything is awesome in Scott Brown’s basement, and the Lego collector of 40 years is sharing the fun by way of videos that have garnered millions of views. 

Live Well Ohio: July/August 2022

Follow these guidelines for adult immunizations and learn what vision health screenings you need to protect your sight. 

Ohio Finds: Jewelry Store Trade Sign

This example of a unique form of advertising during the late 19th and early 20th centuries was once installed outside a Factory Street business in Canal Dover.

Shipwrecks of Lake Erie

Our Great Lake holds the remains of hundreds of vessels that disappeared beneath its surface. Today, divers and researchers work to preserve their stories.

Talking Football with Hall of Fame President Jim Porter

For this Canton native, leading the Pro Football Hall of Fame is a dream job. We talked with him about the institution and its role in preserving the legacy of the game.