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Good morning, Delaware County. Election season is heating up — and so is everything else. Delaware County voters are heading to the polls on two notable measures: a transit funding question that could reshape how the county gets around, and a Sunbury charter vote on whether to ban data centers. Meanwhile, Ohio voters are weighing whether photo ID rules should be locked directly into the state constitution, a debate drawing strong opinions on both sides. On the national front, inflation ticked back up to 3.7%, rattling Wall Street and sending the Nasdaq and S&P 500 tumbling in their worst sessions in months. Amid all the financial hand-wringing, there's plenty of fun on the horizon — WizFest and a Halloween Scream-along are both this week. Real Estate has fresh listings, and Sports has your local scores. ☕️ What's Brewing Locally Most Delaware County voters to consider 0.2% sales or use tax for transit 🚌 Delaware County voters will decide whether to approve a new 0.2% sales-and-use tax to fund county transit service. The ballot also includes a Sunbury charter question about whether to prohibit data centers. Read more Issue 3 decides if ID rule belongs in Ohio’s constitution 🗳️ Ohio voters will decide whether photo ID rules belong in the constitution. State Issue 3, passed by a three-fifths supermajority of the Ohio General Assembly, would enshrine photo identification requirements for voting directly into Ohio's constitution. Supporters argue the measure protects election integrity and prevents fraud, while opponents contend the existing law already requires ID and that constitutionalizing it makes future updates costly and cumbersome. The amendment would accept driver's licenses, passports, and military IDs, while allowing religious exemptions for those who object to being photographed. Read more 🏆 SCOREBOARD | Date | Sport | Matchup |
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| 10/13 | ⚽ B. Soccer | Olentangy Liberty Patriots 3vs Thomas Worthington 1 | | 10/13 | ⚽ G. Soccer | Hayes Pacers 0@ Upper Arlington 2 | | 10/12 | ⚽ G. Soccer | Buckeye Valley Barons 0vs Bishop Ready 0 |
🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla 🧙 Oct. 16 - WizFest Welcome Party 📍 Blinky's, Delaware, OH · 🕒 7:00 PM Calling all witches, wizards, and magic enthusiasts! Cast a spell on your social calendar and head to Blinky's in Delaware, OH on Oct 16 for the enchanting Welcome to WizFest Party! 🎃 Oct. 17 - Halloween Scream-along with Nassau 📍 Westerville Public Library, Westerville, OH · 🕒 10:00 AM Get ready to scream, sing, and celebrate the spooky season at Westerville Public Library on Oct. 17! Join Eric Nassau for a ghoulishly fun Halloween Scream-along you won't want to miss. 🦅 Oct. 17 - American Freedom Charity Gala 📍 Delaware County Fairgrounds, Delaware, OH · 🕒 5:00 PM Celebrate freedom and community at the Big Walnut Creek American Freedom Dinner on Oct. 17 at the Delaware County Fairgrounds! Join your neighbors for a charitable gala supporting a great cause in Delaware, OH. 🎃 Oct. 18 - Trick or Treat Trail 📍 Gallant Woods Park, Delaware, OH · 🕒 1:00 PM Calling all little ghouls and goblins! Head to Gallant Woods Park in Delaware, OH on October 18 for a spooky-fun Trick or Treat Trail perfect for the whole family! 💃 Oct. 18 - DivaDance Halloween Slay-A-Thon 📍 DivaDance® Columbus, Westerville, OH · 🕒 11:00 AM Get ready to slay the dance floor this Halloween season at DivaDance® Columbus in Westerville! Join the Slay-A-Thon on October 18 for a spooktacular celebration of movement, costumes, and killer choreography. 🍂 Oct. 18 - Fall Rock Painting Class 📍 Open Btl Wine & Spirits, Delaware, OH · 🕒 2:30 PM Sip, paint, and embrace the season at Open Btl Wine & Spirits in Delaware, OH! Join this fall-themed rock painting class on October 18 for a creative, cozy evening you won't want to miss. 🌿 Oct. 18 - Family Heritage Garden Festival 📍 The Barn at Stratford, Delaware, OH · 🕒 1:00 PM Dig into Delaware's past at the Heritage Garden Fun Fest! Head to The Barn at Stratford on Oct. 18 for a hands-on historical family festival that brings history to life in the most delightful way. 🥃 Oct. 21 - Bourbon at the Barn 📍 The Barn at Stratford, Delaware, OH · 🕒 6:00 PM Sip, savor, and support a great cause at Bourbon at the Barn! Join us October 21 at The Barn at Stratford in Delaware, OH for a spirited bourbon tasting fundraiser you won't want to miss. 🌎 What Else Is Brewing US Labor Department reported September inflation accelerated to 3.7%, complicating the Fed’s rate plans and adding fresh financial pain before the midterms. Nasdaq tumbled 1.88% as hotter inflation sent investors sprinting away from AI stocks and toward anything vaguely resembling shelter. S&P 500 dropped 1.11%, posting its worst session since July as higher-for-longer rate fears rattled Wall Street. Federal Reserve faced mounting pressure for another rate hike after inflation overshot forecasts and energy costs kept household budgets sizzling. Bank of America was hit with a $1.2 billion Treasury fine over alleged money-laundering and sanctions violations, turning compliance into a very expensive line item. Social Security Administration projected a 3.6% cost-of-living increase for beneficiaries in 2027, offering retirees a modest boost amid stubborn inflation. 🙏 In Remembrance Justin Joseph Ranker Justin Joseph Ranker, 43, passed away at home on Oct 12, 2026, following a brief and aggressive illness. His passing came far too soon, leaving behind a family and countless friends who will forever miss his humor, his steady presence, and the unmistakable way he showed his love. If you knew... Read full obituary |  |
| | JUDITH SPRING Judith Louise Spring, 86, of Delaware, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2026, and entered into eternal rest with her Lord and Savior. She was a cherished wife and mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend whose love, kindness, and generosity touched countless lives. Judy's... Read full obituary |  |
| Donald A Sampson Donald A. Sampson, age 81, of Galena, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at Brookdale of Westerville from complications of Parkinsonism. Donald was born on February 7, 1945, in San Francisco, California, to the late Edgar E. and Barbara (Wheeler) Sampson. He grew up in Leicester,... Read full obituary |  |
| Rita L. Segbers Rita L. Segbers, age 89, of Delaware, Ohio, was called home to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 11, 2026, passing away peacefully in the comfort of her home surrounded by the love of her family. Born in Columbus, Ohio, on April 3, 1937, Rita was the cherished daughter of the late Louis... Read full obituary |  |
| James P. Connolly James P. Connolly, 85, passed away on October 13, 2026. He was born on March 16, 1941. To leave a special message or memory for the family, please visit the Guestbook. Read full obituary |  |
| Joyce Iannotta Joyce Iannotta, 72, of Powell, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 8, 2026 with her devoted husband, Glenn, by her side. Joyce was born in Painesville, Ohio and grew up in nearby Fairport Harbor. She was the daughter of Helen and Elmer Heikkila, and her upbringing along Lake Erie... Read full obituary |  |
| GERALD MILLER Gerald "Jerry" Lewis Miller passed away on October 7, 2026, shortly before his 95th birthday, in Sarah Moore Nursing home in Delaware, Ohio. He was struggling with various health issues and fought bravely to overcome them in the past 17 months. His beloved wife of nearly 73 years, Phyllis, was at... Read full obituary |  |
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🍞 Daily Bread Crumb "Wait for the LORD; be strong, and let your heart take courage; yes, wait for the LORD." — Psalm 27:14 When life feels hectic, pausing and trusting God can refresh your spirit and give you quiet confidence. |
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