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Columbus Day Closures Expected, Trash Pickup Delayed
Politics
— 1d
Columbus Day will affect government services in several communities: some offices and courthouses will close to in-person visitors, while trash and recycling pickup will be delayed or rescheduled. Little Rock parking enforcement will continue, including at metered and timed spaces and the airport.
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Columbus State Creates American Military History Institute
Politics
— 3d
Columbus State University has established the Lt. Gen. Harold and Julia Moore Institute to expand military-history teaching and research, preserve records, and deepen public understanding of the U.S. military’s role in society. Military historian David Kieran will lead the institute, which will build on the university’s ties to Fort Benning and the surrounding military community.
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Severson Scores, Adds Assist in Blue Jackets' Win
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Columbus activated defenseman Damon Severson from the injured list, clearing him to make his season debut against Pittsburgh after a shoulder injury. His return is expected to bolster the injury-depleted defense and reunite him with Zach Werenski on the top pairing.
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Columbus Shootings Leave Three Dead, Several Injured
World
— 6d
A shooting on Barnett Road in east Columbus early Sunday left 39-year-old Jeffrey Scott Amaker dead and another person critically injured. Police say a suspect fled in a damaged gray or silver sedan and are asking the public for information as the investigation continues.
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America Has Little Fuel Cushion Left If A Hurricane Knocks Out Gulf Coast Refineries
Simon August · 6 min · 2h
Penguins Reunite Crosby Line Against Blue Jackets
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— 2d
Pittsburgh visits Columbus seeking a stronger start after a 5-3 loss to Washington, with Bryan Rust back from injury and the Penguins looking to rebuild momentum around Sidney Crosby. The rested Blue Jackets will aim to rebound from their own loss and improve after a sluggish start to the season.
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Best Colleges Preparing Students for the AI Era
Ranking
AI is reshaping every industry, so students and parents compare universities on dedicated programs, research scale, and real-world tech pipelines.
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WISeSat.Space Begins Nasdaq Trading as SAIQ After Columbus Merger
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— Oct 1, 2026
WISeSat.Space completed its business combination with Columbus Acquisition Corp. and began trading on Nasdaq under the ticker SAIQ on October 2. The newly listed company plans to expand secure satellite communications and IoT connectivity, drawing on WISeQey’s cybersecurity and digital identity technologies.
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Marcus Bell
This merger with Columbus should help WISeSat expand its satellite IoT reach using solid cybersecurity tools.
Second toddler drowns in Columbus retention pond that met regulations
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— Sep 28, 2026
Two-year-old Beeny Mbo was found dead in a north Columbus retention pond that met 2024 city rules, about six hours after he was reported missing.
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OHSAA plans 2026 soccer finals at Crew stadium
Sports
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The OHSAA will hold all 10 of its 2026 high school soccer championship games at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field in Columbus, moving them from Historic Crew Stadium because of turf maintenance. The girls’ and boys’ finals are scheduled for Nov. 13–16.
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Fatal Pedestrian Crashes Reported in Several Cities
Auto
— 5d
Pedestrians were killed in separate crashes in Columbus, Fort Wayne and Springfield, Virginia. In Fort Wayne, police are investigating a motorcycle hit-and-run, while Fairfax County police are searching for a white SUV after a fatal hit-and-run in Springfield.
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St. Olga of Kiev Converts to Christianity
The Rus ruler travels to Constantinople and is baptized.
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Sabres Rally Past Blackhawks in Home Opener
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— Sep 30, 2026
The Columbus Blue Jackets opened the 2026-27 season with a 6-3 win over the Buffalo Sabres, pulling ahead with three first-period goals and scoring twice on the power play. Matthew Knies, recently acquired from Toronto, led Columbus with two goals and an assist, while Buffalo went 0-for-5 on the power play.
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Dakotas Forecast Showers, Broad Temperature Range
Weather
— 5d
Forecasts across North and South Dakota call for mostly sunny, mild weather early in the period, followed by cooler conditions and increasing rain chances late in the weekend. Parts of North Dakota and western South Dakota could see rain mixed with snow around Columbus Day.
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Most Influential Women in World History
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From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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PowerCompute Boosts Mississippi Data Center to 11 MW
Business
— 4d
PowerCompute’s Mississippi subsidiary increased contracted power at its Columbus data center from 8.5 to 11 megawatts under a new utility agreement, moving to a data-center rate while avoiding capacity commitment charges and utility capital contributions. The company plans to use a returned $300,000 deposit for site expansion; the facility supports Bitcoin mining and may also serve high-performance computing projects.
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Soccer Matches Across Regions Produce Draws
Sports
— 5d
High school soccer featured several draws: Deering and Marshwood boys played to a scoreless tie, while Central Mountain-Jersey Shore and Bluffton-Columbus Grove finished 2-2 and Ridgewood-Zanesville ended 3-3. Bluffton secured at least a share of its league title with its draw, while Coshocton rallied from an early deficit to beat West Muskingum 4-2.
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Nor’easter Hits Northeast as Austin and Ohio Forecasts Vary
Weather
— Oct 3, 2026
Columbus is expected to turn sunny and dry for the weekend after rain moves through Friday, with highs mostly in the upper 60s to mid-70s. A cold front will bring cooler weather early next week, with lows near the low 40s and patchy frost possible in colder areas, before temperatures rebound later in the week.
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Despite Trump’s Promises To Lower Prices, Americans Are Still Asking, ‘Where’s The Beef?’
Spencer Lombardo · 3 min · 5h
Lionel Messi scores free kick from near-impossible angle for Inter Miami
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— Sep 29, 2026
At 39, Lionel Messi bent a free kick from beside the corner flag over Patrick Schulte to tie Inter Miami with Columbus, a strike fans filmed from every side.
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Madonna vs Lady Gaga
Yourlist
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The Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.
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Schmaltz Hits 500, Mammoth Beat Blue Jackets 4-1
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— Oct 2, 2026
Nick Schmaltz scored twice, including his 500th NHL point, as the Utah Mammoth beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 4-1 for their second straight win to open the season. Utah scored three power-play goals, while Clayton Keller reached 600 career points with two assists.
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Columbus Crew Tops CF Montreal 2-0 to Keep Playoff Hopes Alive
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— Sep 20, 2026
Mo Farsi scored in his hometown and Brais Mendez hit a 30-yard free kick as Columbus beat Montreal 2-0, the Crew's first road win since April 4.
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Nicole Hardy
Farsi netting in his own city felt like the right spark for a team still chasing the postseason.
Lionel Messi scores free-kick into top corner from near corner flag for Inter Miami
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— Sep 29, 2026
Lionel Messi bent a left-footed free kick over Patrick Schulte in the 33rd minute to tie Inter Miami with Columbus Crew at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field on September 27, 2026.
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HVAC Contractors Highlight Services Across Midwest Cities
Lifestyle
— Oct 1, 2026
Homeowners in Columbus, Indianapolis and Milwaukee can consult local lists of vetted HVAC contractors for repairs, replacement and indoor-air-quality services. Seasonal guidance also recommends consistent thermostat settings and checking filters, ducts and plumbing before colder weather, while Madison-area Harker Heating & Cooling promotes its repair, installation and maintenance services.
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Jim Elliot and Friends Killed in Ecuador
Missionaries reach unreached Waorani
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Racist Flyers Surface Across Ohio, Pennsylvania
Politics
— Sep 29, 2026
Ku Klux Klan-linked hate and recruitment flyers were scattered in Columbus-area neighborhoods, including near schools, drawing alarm from residents and condemnation from community leaders. In Pennsylvania’s Edgewood Borough, police also denounced racist flyers distributed after a local doctor was killed, warning against using tragedy to spread hate or intimidate neighbors.
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Bagel Shops Revive Historic Sites and Recipes in Columbus and St. Petersburg
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— Sep 14, 2026
Across the US, bagel culture is thriving—from Columbus reviving Block’s bagel legacy as Anything Bagel to Pete’s Bagels marking a century in a historic gas-station building in St. Petersburg. Concurrently, national guides highlight the top bagel shops in every state, underscoring both celebrated classics and contemporary takes on the beloved breakfast bite.
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Haiden Deegan Sweeps Columbus for First 450 Win
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— Sep 12, 2026
Haiden Deegan earned his first-ever 450-class win and swept Round 1 of the 2026 SuperMotocross Playoffs in Columbus, overcoming mud and weather delays that affected qualifying. Prado took the red plate by two points as the championship battle tightens, with Roczen and Webb closing strong and Hunter Lawrence crashing early to leave the standings in flux.
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Jared Kim
Deegan finally breaking through for that first 450 win in tough mud conditions looks like a real turning point for him this year.
Ohio State Beats Illinois 42-19
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— Sep 24, 2026
Ohio State opens Big Ten play against Illinois as a heavy favorite, but the Fighting Illini pose a threat in receiver Collin Dixon, who leads the nation with seven touchdown catches in three games. The Buckeyes will look to keep the Illibuck Trophy in Columbus and contain Dixon as conference play begins.
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Maple Leafs Acquire Marchenko in Multi-Player Trade
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— Sep 24, 2026
The Maple Leafs are reportedly among several teams interested in Columbus winger Kirill Marchenko, but a deal could require a major asset such as Matthew Knies and add to Toronto’s salary-cap challenges. Analysts say Knies’ age, production, contract and playoff experience make him a costly sacrifice, while Toronto’s broader roster spending leaves little flexibility.
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Bankruptcy Comes For American Trucking Companies As Diesel Prices Skyrocket: ‘They’re Killing Me’
Paris Apodaca · 7 min · 6h
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