Good morning, Powell. Preserving history is getting a $15 million boost across Ohio, with the state's historic building tax credit program now reaching $75 million annually. This financial windfall offers smaller communities an increased 35% credit for rehabilitation projects, ensuring architectural treasures like Cleveland's Arcade and Canton's Onesto Hotel continue telling their stories while simultaneously driving economic development. The initiative represents a rare win-win where nostalgia and progress walk hand in hand through Ohio's historic districts.
Meanwhile, summer sounds will fill the air at Delaware's Boardman Arts Park with back-to-back musical weekends. Beatles fans can relive the British Invasion with tribute band Hard Day's Night on July 19, followed by the Delaware Music Festival featuring eight diverse acts on July 26. Both events promise complete entertainment experiences with food trucks, activities for kids, and the satisfaction of supporting a nonprofit community treasure. Over in Marysville, the school district welcomes new leadership as two principals prepare to take the helm for the upcoming academic year.
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🏛️ Historic buildings in Ohio get a $15 million preservation boost. The new state budget increases annual funding for the Ohio Historic Preservation Tax Credit program to $75 million, making it easier to save historic structures. Smaller communities with populations under 300,000 will now receive a higher 35% credit for rehabilitation projects and be evaluated using a different scoring system. Notable beneficiaries of past tax credits include The Arcade Cleveland, Onesto Hotel in Canton, and Akron's Bowery project. Advocates emphasize these credits preserve community history while generating economic development across the state.
🏫 Marysville School District announces leadership changes with two new principals. The appointments come as part of administrative adjustments for the upcoming academic year. While the article headline mentions the new principals, the main content actually focuses on local wrestling tournaments. Several Marysville and Jonathan Alder athletes competed in freestyle wrestling matches at a national tournament in Fargo, North Dakota, with mixed results among the competitors.
🎸 Delaware's Boardman Arts Park unveils summer concert extravaganza. Beatles tribute band Hard Day's Night will perform on July 19, with tickets starting at $15 for adults while kids under 12 enter free. The following weekend, July 26, features the Delaware Music Festival with eight musical acts ranging from jazz to country, plus activities like face painting and a Lego play area. Both events serve as fundraisers for the nonprofit park, with proceeds supporting future development and programming. Food trucks and beverages will be available at both concerts, creating complete entertainment experiences for the community.
🏡 Real Estate Reveals
New Ranch Open Sunday 7/20: Listed at $608,900, this under-2-year-old ranch in Hyatts Crossing features a gourmet kitchen, Mohawk flooring, upgraded garage storage, and a custom outdoor patio, with an open house Sunday 7/20/25.
Spacious Village condo with pool: Priced at $325,000, this spacious 3-bedroom condo in The Village at Hidden Ravines features new hardwood floors, a vaulted ceiling living room, first-floor primary suite, and community pool access within the Olentangy School District.
Wooded Oasis Powell Schools Ready: This $419,900 home in Powell boasts a large deck and paver patio with a wooded lot. Features include a spacious master bedroom, 6-year-old roof, whole-home generator, full basement, and access to Olentangy schools.🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
💰 Financial Friday
Think about creating a budget that includes both fixed and variable expenses; this will give you a clearer picture of your financial priorities and allow you to identify areas where you can cut back without sacrificing the things you enjoy.
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