🧪 Columbus houses a scientific treasure trove dating back to 1909. Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS), which analyzes and curates scientific information worldwide, has been headquartered in Columbus since relocating from the University of Illinois to Ohio State University. The organization dramatically expanded in 1965 with a new building and computer center, and again in 1973 with a five-story addition to handle its growing operations. CAS revolutionized scientific research access with the launch of SciFinder in 1995, allowing chemists to search databases from personal computers. In 2022, CAS further democratized scientific knowledge by releasing nearly 500,000 registry numbers under an open license for educational and regulatory purposes.
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⚖️ Ohio Justice tries to bypass age limits by targeting colleague's seat. Supreme Court Justice Pat Fischer, 67, reportedly plans to run for Democratic Justice Jennifer Brunner's seat in 2026 to circumvent Ohio's judicial retirement age of 70. This strategic move would not only extend Fischer's career but also eliminate the court's sole Democratic voice, as Governor DeWine would likely appoint a Republican to fill Fischer's vacated position. Podcast hosts from "Today in Ohio" condemned the maneuver as a "sleazy" power grab, with one suggesting elected officials should resign their current positions before running for different seats. Fischer's advisor claims he hasn't made a final decision, though the court spokeswoman noted this apparent circumvention of age limits appears unprecedented.
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👨🦳 Retired public employees to gather for lunch meeting in Ontario. The local chapter of Public Employee Retirees, Inc. (PERI) will host their meeting on May 20, 2025, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at Golden Corral on Lexington Springmill Road. Attendees will hear from guest speaker Ellen Heinz, President & CEO of the Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development. Those interested in attending should be prepared to cover the cost of lunch and can contact the organizer at mir70bar69@gmail.com for more information.
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Coastal update near Little Turtle: Priced at $515,000, this charming Cape Cod-style home offers a fully updated interior with first-floor owner's suite, plus outdoor amenities including a large deck and fenced yard, minutes from parks, shopping and Little Turtle Golf Club.
Smart Westerville Townhome Awaits Homeowner: Priced at $529,900, this nearly-complete townhome in Towns on the Greenway offers three beds, four baths, a gourmet kitchen with high-end finishes, smart home features, and convenient walking distance to Westerville attractions.
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