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Ohio State could raise undergraduate tuition after trustee approval

2 days ago | times-gazette.com | Sheridan Hendrix

Incoming Ohio State University freshmen may face tuition increases for the 2026 fiscal year, with the final amount dependent on the state budget. Tuition and fees for returning second, third, and fourth-year in-state undergraduates will remain unchanged due to the Ohio State Tuition Guarantee. Graduate and professional student programs will see a 3% increase in base tuition and fees, along with a 4% non-resident surcharge.
Ohio Lottery Pick 3 Midday, Pick 3 Evening winning numbers for May 8, 2025

1 week ago | times-gazette.com | Jordan Kellogg

The Ohio Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at May 8, 2025, results for each game:Pick 3Drawings are held daily, seven days a week, at 12:29 p.m. and 7:29 p.m., except Saturday evening. Midday: 2-2-1Evening: 2-7-9Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here. Pick 4Drawings are held daily, seven days a week, at 12:29 p.m. and 7:29 p.m., except Saturday evening. Midday: 8-1-4-0Evening: 9-9-4-6Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Memorial Day luggage sale: Save up to 40% on Delsey Paris

1 week ago | times-gazette.com | Jessie Quinn

Delsey Paris is having a Memorial Day Getaway sale with up to 40% off sitewide. Closeout luggage items are up to 40% off, while popular brands like Jeep, Chatelet Air 2.0 and United Colors of Benetton are 25% off. A free 4-pack of packing cubes is included with any purchase from the Florence by Mills x Delsey Paris collection, which supports an animal shelter. High-quality luggage often comes with a higher price tag.
Investigators looking into why a plane crashed in Ashland County, killing pilot

1 week ago | times-gazette.com | Zach Tuggle

Investigators are still trying to learn why a private airplane crashed Monday in Ashland County. The weather is a leading suspect, according to Todd Gunther, an air safety investigator for the National Transportation Safety Board. "As you know, it was rainy that day," Gunther said Wednesday during a press conference.
4-year-old looked for crumbs during weeks-long starvation before death, detective testifies

1 week ago | times-gazette.com | Bethany Bruner

Kailee Smith-Parks, 19, is charged with aggravated murder, murder, and multiple counts of endangering children in the death of her 4-year-old son, Ja'Kai Smith. A judge denied Smith-Parks bond after hearing testimony detailing the abuse captured on video in the child's bedroom. The abuse included physical torture, verbal abuse and withholding food.
Ohio politicians tell teachers pension board to hold off on hiring new executive director

1 week ago | times-gazette.com | Laura Bischoff

Ohio's top political leaders are telling the State Teachers Retirement System to hold off hiring a new executive director. Gov. Mike DeWine, House Speaker Matt Huffman, Senate President Rob McColley and Ohio Treasurer Robert Sprague signed a one-page letter on May 8 to the State Teachers Retirement System. The politicos asked the board to wait until the June board meeting to vote on the new executive director. Three finalists for the job were named in April.
Who is the new pope? Meet Pope Leo XIV, the first American leader of the Catholic Church.

1 week ago | times-gazette.com | Chad Murphy

Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, an American, has been named the new pope of the Catholic Church, USA TODAY reports. The successor to Pope Francis, who will go by the name Leo XIV, goes down in history as the first pope from the United States. Francis, a native of Argentina, was the first pope from the New World when he was elected. The new pontiff will go by the name Leo XIV.
Olentangy River Road Roosters to reopen in the fall

1 week ago | times-gazette.com | Amani Bayo

The restaurant, located at 3370 Olentangy River Road, sustained significant fire damage, requiring extensive repairs and remodeling. The reopening is anticipated for fall 2025, pending construction completion and permit approvals. A local Roosters announced that it is reopening after catching fire in July 2024. Roosters Wings, located at 3370 Olentangy River Road, caught fire on July 3, causing so much damage that the restaurant was forced to close.
Top Thrill 2 rollback trouble? What happened to the Cedar Point roller coaster opening day

1 week ago | times-gazette.com | Chad Murphy

Like many people on a cold and rainy morning, Top Thrill 2 needed a little extra time to fully wake up on opening day at Cedar Point. The Sandusky, Ohio, amusement park has been hyping the return of Top Thrill 2, promising the once-troubled roller coaster would be ready to go on opening day, May 3. Top Thrill 2 debuted in 2024 but closed after only eight days for adjustments. According to a video posted May 7 on Reddit, the coaster may have needed a few more adjustments on opening day.
Mother's Day golf gifts at Amazon, last minute Mother's Day golf sales

1 week ago | times-gazette.com | Dylan Reffe

Mother's Day is Sunday, May 11, which means you don't have much time left to get a great gift for the woman who gave you everything. If any mom in your life is a golfer, we've got you covered. All five of the golf gift ideas below are available with next day delivery from Amazon. Perhaps even better, all five items are also on sale with savings ranging from 20% all the way up to 54%.