Good morning, Fairfield County. A century of family history floats away as the historic Journal Island on Buckeye Lake changes hands after generations of Wolfe family ownership. The 6-acre private retreat—once a gathering place for political and economic power brokers—has sold to an undisclosed buyer after being listed for $5.75 million. Complete with a 5,500-square-foot main house and waterfront amenities, this exclusive property represents the end of an era for one of Ohio's most influential families.
Meanwhile, the engines are revving for Canal Winchester's Touch-A-Truck event on May 16, where little ones can explore everything from dump trucks to fire engines at Stradley Park. This free family-friendly gathering kicks off the 2025 Music in the Park summer concert series with live entertainment from The Usual Suspects & Repeat Offenders, plus food trucks and refreshments. Mark your calendars for this hands-on adventure running from 6-9 PM.
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🏝️ Historic private island changes hands after century of family ownership. The Wolfe family, former owners of The Columbus Dispatch, has sold Journal Island on Buckeye Lake to an undisclosed buyer. The 6-acre retreat features a 5,500-square-foot main house, guest accommodations, entertainment facilities, and waterfront amenities. For generations, the island served as both a family getaway and gathering place for political and economic power brokers. The property, listed for $5.75 million last August, includes additional mainland acreage with parking and boat access.
🚚 Touch-A-Truck event rolls into Canal Winchester with family fun galore. The May 16 event at Stradley Park will showcase public works and safety vehicles from local agencies while kicking off the city's 2025 Music in the Park summer concert series. Visitors can explore everything from dump trucks to fire engines while enjoying live music from The Usual Suspects & Repeat Offenders. The free event runs from 6-9 PM and will feature food trucks, hands-on activities, and refreshments including alcoholic beverages within the DORA boundaries. The summer concert series continues monthly through September with themed events including a Luau, Car Show, and Fall Fest.
🪧 Constituents plan protest at Rep. Carey's unresponsive office. Indivisible Central Ohio will host a Congressional recess event on April 22 outside Representative Mike Carey's Columbus office after numerous unanswered meeting requests. Residents of Ohio's 15th Congressional District claim Carey and his staff have been avoiding constituent calls and communications. If denied a meeting again, participants will picket outside with signs to demand their voices be heard. Indivisible Central Ohio, a non-partisan group advocating for healthcare, social programs and human rights, has invited media to cover the planned demonstration.
🥎 Softball Scoreboard
Pickerington Central showed no mercy in an 11-1 rout of Groveport-Madison, as the Tigers' bats came alive for a decisive league victory on Tuesday. The win improves Pickerington Central to 9-6 on the season, but they'll face a much stiffer test Wednesday against the 11-2 Lancaster Golden Gales, who've been crushing opponents with equal enthusiasm.
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Berne Union (7-6) | ||
vs Madison Christian | L 14-8 | |
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vs Groveport-Madison | W 11-1 |
🏡 Real Estate Reveals
Foreclosure Auction Zero Dollars: This $0 price tag is for a foreclosure property being sold through Auction.com, an online marketplace where buyers can search, bid on, and win foreclosed and bank-owned properties with support throughout the process.
Spacious retreat with finished basement: This warm, inviting home listed for $419,900 offers an open floor plan with oversized great room, four large bedrooms with walk-in closets, luxury primary suite, two-tiered deck, and a basement with two finished rooms.
Affordable foreclosed cape needs love: Priced at $90,000, this cape cod style single family home features 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and 1389 square feet on a 0.13 acre lot, with a recorded foreclosure deed for shorter closing timelines.🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
🙏 In Remembrance
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Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.
-Proverbs 3:5-6
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