Pickaway County • June 9, 2025
Good morning, Pickaway County. Emergency responders sprang into action Friday afternoon when a violent two-vehicle collision at SR-316 West and Commercial Point Road left ten injured, including multiple children. The severity prompted at least one medical helicopter to the scene, with authorities implementing mutual aid protocols and closing the area to traffic while operations continue. Meanwhile, a fascinating collection of black and white photographs has surfaced, offering a nostalgic glimpse into Columbus' 1975 restaurant landscape when The Clock Restaurant and Engine House No. 5 dominated the dining scene.
Looking ahead to next summer, mark your calendars for a special celebration of American military history. The 122nd Army Band will honor the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary with a free concert at Ashland High School's Archer Auditorium on June 28, 2025. The 90-minute performance begins at 7pm, offering community members a meaningful way to recognize this significant milestone in our nation's history.
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🚑 Violent two-vehicle crash injures ten near Commercial Point, Ohio. The Friday afternoon collision at SR-316 West and Commercial Point Road involved multiple children among the victims. At least one medical helicopter was dispatched to the scene, with reports suggesting a second may have been requested. Emergency responders from multiple jurisdictions rushed to the crash site, implementing mutual aid protocols due to the high number of patients and severity. Authorities have closed the area to traffic while emergency operations continue, with no details yet released about victims' conditions.
🍽️ Columbus' 1975 restaurant scene was a nostalgic culinary wonderland. Black and white photos reveal iconic establishments like The Clock Restaurant and The Christopher Inn that once dominated downtown dining. Engine House No. 5, a converted fire station, offered theatrical dining with servers sliding down poles. Other notable hotspots included the Jai Lai on Olentangy River Road, Kikyo Japanese Steak House, and German Village favorite Max & Erma's, which continued serving customers well into the 1990s.
🎵 Free military concert celebrates Army's 250th anniversary. The 122nd Army Band will perform at Ashland High School's Archer Auditorium on June 28, 2025, at 7pm. Organized by Marty Kral, this special concert honors the significant milestone in U.S. Army history. The free event will run until 8:30pm at the King Road location in Ashland, Ohio. Those interested in attending can contact kralfamily@gmail.com for more information.
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