🏓 Smash Park brings pickleball paradise to Westerville this month. The entertainment venue offers a wide array of activities for visitors beyond just pickleball courts. This new addition joins other recent business developments in the Westerville area, including a business park expansion and new food establishments. Smash Park represents part of a growing trend of pickleball-focused entertainment venues opening across Central Ohio. The company aims to create a destination where guests can find multiple entertainment options under one roof.
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🚌 Court victory allows Dayton students to use RTA bus passes again. A Franklin County judge issued a temporary restraining order blocking a new state law that prevented Dayton Public Schools students from transferring through downtown using district-purchased bus passes. The controversial law was enacted following the death of a high school senior near the hub in April. Students receiving passes must now show ID, sign safety agreements, and wear visible badges while riding. State Rep. Phil Plummer expressed disappointment with the district's leadership, while DPS Superintendent David Lawrence emphasized their commitment to student safety.
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🏙️ Central Ohio braces for population explosion in coming decades. Delaware County is projected to grow by a staggering 85% by 2050, adding 180,000 new residents, while Franklin County will welcome 340,000 more people. The housing market is already feeling the pressure, with Delaware County issuing nearly 6,000 new single-family home permits in just four years. This rapid growth is straining infrastructure and schools, prompting sixteen major road projects scheduled through 2027. Urban planners now face the challenge of ensuring this growth remains sustainable and beneficial for both newcomers and longtime residents alike.
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Solid value needs updates: Priced at $199,900, this 3-bed, 3-bath manufactured home on a 1-acre lot features two living spaces, a 3-season room, attached garage, and outbuilding—a solid property needing some updates to reach its potential.
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