Good morning, Franklin County. The intersection of Sawmill and Bethel roads became the scene of a dramatic motorcycle accident Saturday night when a rider was thrown from his bike after veering into the grass. Initially in critical condition, the motorcyclist has thankfully been upgraded to stable as police continue investigating what caused the unexpected detour. Meanwhile, Buckeye spirit is spreading across campus as Ohio State's Homecoming Fest moves to the South Oval this Sunday, promising a significantly expanded celebration with everything from food trucks to airbrush t-shirts.
In a sweet bit of state pride news, Ohio lawmakers are working across party lines to give official recognition to a beloved local treat. The bipartisan effort would designate the chocolate-peanut butter buckeye as Ohio's state candy, honoring a confectionery tradition that dates back over a century. Seven state senators have already jumped on board to support this delicious piece of legislation that celebrates a distinctive symbol of Ohio's culinary heritage.
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🏍️ Motorcycle crash sends rider flying at busy Columbus intersection. The incident occurred Saturday night around 9:20 PM at Sawmill and Bethel roads in northwest Columbus. According to police, the motorcyclist veered into the grass and was thrown from the vehicle, with no other vehicles involved in the crash. The male rider was initially transported to Riverside Methodist Hospital in critical condition but has since been upgraded to stable. Police are continuing to investigate the cause of the accident.
🏈 Ohio State's Homecoming Fest expands to South Oval for bigger celebration. OUAB is moving the annual kickoff event from Siebert Lawn to accommodate more students and activities on Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. The free event will feature live music, food trucks including Pitabilities and Paddy Wagon, and sweet treats like cotton candy and snow cones. Students can enjoy games, inflatable attractions, a caricature artist, and an airbrush t-shirt station while relaxing with peers. Organizers expect at least 1,000 students to attend the expanded fest, which requires a valid BuckID for entry and free Homecoming swag.
🍬 Ohio lawmakers want buckeyes to be the state's official candy. A bipartisan bill introduced to the Ohio Senate would designate the chocolate and peanut butter confection as Ohio's state candy. Senator Bill DeMora, who sponsored Senate Bill 247, called the treat "more than just a dessert" but a symbol of Ohio's culinary heritage. The buckeye candy has deep roots in the state, dating back over 100 years to the Buckeye Candy Company founded in Brooklyn, Ohio in 1919. Seven state senators from both parties have cosponsored the legislation.
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