Good morning, Franklin County. A remarkable shift is underway across Ohio's urban landscape, with Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati experiencing a surge in new residents according to U-Haul's latest migration data. The pandemic-era exodus from cities appears to be reversing, with Detroit emerging as a consistent origin point for those seeking new beginnings in the Buckeye State's metropolitan centers.
Meanwhile, the intersection of art and service continues with the approaching deadline for Ohio's veterans art exhibition, welcoming military artists of all experience levels until September 1. In less inspiring news, what officials call "one of the largest hazardous waste cases" in recent memory has resulted in a $3 million penalty for two recycling companies that abandoned 150 million pounds of toxic electronic waste in Columbus warehouses, leaving property owners to foot a staggering $17 million cleanup bill.
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🚚 Ohio's major cities are seeing a surge in new residents. U-Haul's 2025 midyear migration trends reveal that Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati are attracting significant one-way moves from across the country. This marks a shift from pandemic patterns when people fled to less crowded areas. Michigan, Florida, and Pennsylvania consistently rank among the top origin states for people relocating to Ohio's metropolitan areas. Detroit appears as a top origin city for all three Ohio destinations, suggesting a notable Midwest migration pattern.
🎨 Ohio veterans' art exhibition deadline draws near for 2025 showcase. The Ohio Department of Veterans Services and Ohio Arts Council are accepting submissions until September 1 for their annual exhibition celebrating military artists. All artwork types will be considered, including 3D pieces, and submissions need not focus on military themes. Juror Daniel J. King, an Air Force veteran and accomplished artist, will review entries for the exhibition running October 21 to December 6 at the Vern Riffe Center. The exhibition welcomes artists of all experience levels, though space is limited.
💻 Toxic tech dump leads to $3 million penalty for recycling companies. Two defunct electronic-recycling firms were ordered to pay after abandoning 150 million pounds of hazardous CRT glass in Columbus warehouses. Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost called it "one of the largest hazardous waste cases" his office has handled. The warehouse owners spent $17 million decontaminating the sites, which required floor-to-ceiling cleaning and lawful disposal of lead-containing materials. They previously settled with the state for $250,000 for their contributions to the cleanup effort.
🎤 Featured Event of the Week
Festival Latino
Where: 303 W. Broad St. Columbus, OH 43215
When: August 9, 2025 - August 10, 2025
💃 Festival Latino brings the vibrant heart of Latin America to downtown Columbus for a free weekend celebration! This family-friendly event hosted by CAPA transforms W. Broad Street into a colorful showcase of Latin American culture on August 9-10, 2025. Visitors can immerse themselves in authentic music, dance performances, delicious food vendors, fashion displays, and art exhibitions representing diverse Latin American traditions. Children's activities throughout the weekend make this cultural fiesta the perfect summer outing for families looking to experience the rich heritage of Latin American communities.
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