✈️ Columbus once anchored America's first transcontinental air-rail service. In 1929, the city's Port Columbus Airport (now John Glenn International) became the eastern terminal for the Transcontinental Air Transport route from New York to Los Angeles. The innovative 48-hour journey combined daytime flights on Ford Trimotor planes with overnight train travel, as flying over mountains at night wasn't yet safe. Despite celebrity backing from Charles Lindbergh and initial public excitement, the service struggled with high fares ($353 one-way, equivalent to $6,500 today) and safety concerns before eventually evolving into Trans World Airlines.
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🎡 Ohio State Fair returns with 12 days of summer fun ahead! From July 23 to August 3, the historic fairgrounds will welcome thousands for concerts, rides, and exhibits. Ticket prices range from free for children under 5 to $12 for adults, with ride wristbands available for $33-$37. Performers include Foreigner, T-Pain, AJR, and Trace Adkins, while special event days cater to veterans, seniors, and those with sensory needs. The fair, running since 1850, offers entertainment daily from 9am-9pm on weekends and 10am-9pm on weekdays.
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🔫 Columbus shooting sparks urgent call for community action against violence. State Rep. Latyna Humphrey emphasized the need for collective effort after a Fourth of July mass shooting left one minor dead and five injured at a South Side house party. This marks the second mass shooting involving minors in Columbus within a month. Local leaders are advocating for stricter gun laws, better background checks, and more spaces for conflict resolution. Columbus City Council President Shannon Hardin highlighted that despite $20 million invested in youth programs, community members must actively encourage young people to participate.
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