🎪 Ohio State Fair brings 12 days of music, food, and farm fun. Running July 23 to August 3, this Columbus tradition dates back to 1850 and offers something for everyone. Musical acts span from rock legends Foreigner to rapper T-Pain and country star Trace Adkins. Foodies can indulge in unique treats like Moonshine Chicken on a Stick and Build Your Own Cinnamon Roll Sundae. Beyond the midway rides, visitors can enjoy attractions including pig races, butter sculptures, and competitive 4-H events showcasing everything from livestock to fine arts.
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🏠 Ohio lawmakers clash with governor over property tax vetoes. The Ohio House is reconvening July 21st to address Governor Mike DeWine's vetoes of three property tax reforms included in the state budget. The vetoed measures would have allowed reduction of "excessive" property taxes, eliminated the "replacement" tax levy option for schools, and changed how taxes are calculated for school funding. DeWine urged lawmakers to wait for recommendations from his recently appointed property tax working group, which has 60 days to present reform plans. The governor emphasized the need to balance relief for homeowners facing rising property values with maintaining funding for essential services.
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🌊 Alum Creek dam tamed floods and quenched Columbus's thirst. The massive infrastructure project was first proposed in 1956 but faced initial opposition from Westerville residents before devastating floods in 1959 renewed interest. After selecting the Africa Road site, construction finally began in the late 1960s with $46 million in federal funding, requiring the relocation of approximately 2,500 graves from six cemeteries. Completed primarily by 1975, the 100-foot-tall dam created a reservoir that could supply Columbus with up to 37 million gallons of water daily through a pipeline system activated in 1978.
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Spacious luxury across three floors: Priced at $596,990, this Halston townhome offers luxury across three floors with a spacious kitchen connected to an outdoor deck, and a café that opens to the gathering room.
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