Good morning, Muskingum County. The prehistoric and futuristic collide this month as Lost Lands Festival transforms Thornville's Legend Valley into a bass-thumping Jurassic world. Now in its eighth year, the sold-out EDM extravaganza introduces new attractions like women-only "Dino Divas" camping and a pop-up steakhouse called "Chomp"—though the anything-goes celebration comes with a somber note following two reported attendee deaths at this year's event.
Nature enthusiasts can trade electronic beats for geological wonders during Earth Science Week (October 12-18), featuring fossil hunts at Caesar Creek and guided hikes at Honey Run Highlands. Meanwhile, a troubling data breach at Ohio Medical Card has exposed nearly one million patient records containing sensitive medical and personal information. As federal lawsuits mount in Cleveland, security experts criticize the company for prioritizing product over privacy—a stark reminder that even digital records need proper protection.
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🎵 Dinosaurs and dubstep collide at sold-out Lost Lands Festival. The three-day EDM extravaganza returns to Legend Valley in Thornville for its eighth year September 19-21, featuring top bass music creators in a Jurassic-themed setting. Founded by Canadian producer Excision, the festival introduces new attractions including Dino Divas camping exclusively for women and a pop-up steakhouse called Chomp. Fashion ranges from casual band tees to barely-there outfits, creating a anything-goes atmosphere despite two attendee deaths reported at the 2024 event. Travelers should expect congested traffic around the venue.
🌎 Ohio celebrates Earth Science Week with statewide geology adventures. The ODNR Division of Geological Survey is hosting special programs from October 12-18 focused on "Energy Resources for Our Future." Events include guided hikes at Honey Run Highlands, fossil collecting at Caesar Creek State Park, and tours at the Ohio Statehouse. "Earth Science Week 2025 reminds us that Ohio's energy future depends on the choices we make today," said State Geologist Mark Jones. Free educational toolkits are available for Ohio teachers while supplies last.
🔐 Ohio medical cannabis card records exposed in massive data breach. A cybersecurity researcher discovered nearly one million unprotected patient records belonging to Ohio Medical Card/Ohio Medical Alliance. The exposed data included sensitive information such as medical diagnoses, medications, social security numbers, and ID copies that could potentially be used for identity theft or blackmail. The State Medical Board of Ohio is now investigating the breach, while several federal lawsuits have been filed against the company in Cleveland. Security expert Jeremiah Fowler criticized the company for failing to prioritize data security, stating they were "too busy selling weed and not focused enough on data privacy."
🏡 Real Estate Reveals
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💰 Financial Friday
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