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Sherrod Brown on His Book ‘Desk 88’
The Mansfield native discusses his book examining the successes and failures of eight progressive leaders who occupied his desk on the Senate floor.
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Schoenbrunn Village, New Philadelphia
Founded in 1772, this village in what is today Tuscarawas County was the site of Ohio’s first Christian settlement.
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Wood County and Ohio’s Poor Farms
The Wood County Historical Center & Museum presents an exhibition commemorating one of Ohio’s early humanitarian efforts.
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Hike & Bike: Southeast Ohio
Tackle the trail that visits Hocking Hills State Park’s most famous sites, try three woodland hikes in Wayne National Forest and ride the 21-mile Adena Hockhocking Bikeway.
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Ohio State Fair Food Guide
From sandwiches that celebrate our state's farmers to creative midway favorites to food items new to the fair for 2023, here's a sampler of what you can dig into this year.
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Best Hometowns 2017–18: Marietta
A new generation is helping this riverfront town preserve its rich heritage while embracing a sense of adventure and fun.
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Ohio Wines: Raise a Glass at Summer Festivals
Celebrate Ohio-grown grapes and Buckeye State wines at these six summer festivals taking place in 2015.
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Best Hometowns 2023: Lancaster
A rich history, downtown revival and location with easy access to both Columbus and the Hocking Hills make this Fairfield County community a great place to live and visit.
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‘Freedom’s Heroes’ Monument Unveiled
In May 1892, family and friends of Ohio abolitionist and minister John Rankin and his wife, Jean, paid tribute to the couple who helped more than 2,000 people find freedom.
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Field of Corn (with Osage Orange Trees)
This public art piece in Dublin pays tribute to central Ohio’s agricultural roots.
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Apple Water Tower, Jackson
This community of 6,500 in the Appalachian foothills of Jackson County honors its agricultural heritage with a can’t-miss landmark.
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Dr. James K. Bissell Nature Center, Rock Creek
The Nature Conservancy's Ashtabula County nature center provides an opportunity to learn about the 2,000-acre Morgan Swamp Preserve it calls home.
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President McKinley’s Final Days
The William McKinley Presidential Library & Museum delves into the legacy of the 1901 Pan-American Exposition with an exhibition and presentation.
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Ohio’s Homefront to Warfront Trail
Created to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II, this trail featuring 10 stops highlights our state’s connection to the war effort.
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13 Distilleries to Visit in Louisville
A spirits-focused getaway to Louisville offers plenty of choices. Here are more than a dozen good ones you can make when exploring bourbon in the city.
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Slate Run Living Historical Farm, Canal Winchester
The 19th-century farmstead of Samuel Oman today teaches visitors what life was like during the heyday of Ohio farming.
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2018 Excellence in Education Honorees
We recognize outstanding teachers at colleges and universities across the state.
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Meet the Man in Search of Ohio’s Biggest Trees
Marc DeWerth’s Big Trees Ohio social media accounts have built a large audience by sharing gargantuan discoveries across the state.
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150 Years of the Cincinnati Reds
The Cincinnati Reds celebrate the 150th anniversary of becoming baseball’s first pro team in 2019. Here are a few home games to put on your schedule.
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Fall Drives: Greenfield to the Ohio River | Ohio Route 41
This 71-mile trip through rural southwest Ohio passes through many small towns and offers spectacular views of the countryside alive with color.
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