Parking in Downtown Powell Is About to Get Easier: 50 New Public Spaces Are Coming
Finding a place to park in downtown Powell could soon get easier. City Council has approved a four-year agreement creating approximately 50 public spaces on East Olentangy Street, while an even larger parking project is on the way.
Forgotten No More: Two Delaware Civil War Veterans Finally Receive Grave Markers
Two Civil War veteran brothers rested in unmarked graves at Oak Grove Cemetery in Delaware, Ohio. After years of work by a local resident, John Wesley and Edward Highwarden finally have grave markers ensuring their names and service won't be forgotten.
Lewis Center Just Got Some Travel Attention: Orange Township Founders Festival Returns September 27
Lewis Center just received some travel attention! Orange Township Founders Festival returns to North Road Park on September 27. Here's what we know so far and why small community events like this are a big part of what makes Central Ohio feel like home.
Powell Is Spending $70K to Talk About Village Green. Here’s Why Residents Should Pay Attention
Powell City Council has approved a $70,000 public relations contract as planning continues for a potential redevelopment of the 12-acre Village Green. After hundreds of resident comments and concerns about communication, here's what the city is doing, why council wasn't unanimous and what Powell residents should watch for next.
58 Acres Could Become Part of Galena: Why Delaware County Commissioners Put the Annexation on Hold
A request to move 58.4 acres from Berkshire Township into Galena has been temporarily put on hold. The issue isn't whether Galena will provide water, sewer or zoning services. Delaware County commissioners want a clearer answer about who will maintain two roads if the boundary changes.
Olentangy Schools Is Redistricting Again: What Parents and Homebuyers Need to Know
Olentangy Schools is preparing for another round of redistricting as Deer Haven Elementary opens in 2027 and the district's fifth high school follows in 2028. Here's what parents, homeowners and anyone considering a move into the Olentangy district should know.
Two Orange Township Levies Are Headed to the Ballot: What Homeowners Should Know
Orange Township voters will see two levy issues headed to the ballot. Here's what homeowners should know about township levies, how local services are funded, the fire levy already approved in 2026, and why understanding the actual household cost matters before voting.
Fire Closes Freeman’s Farm in Genoa Township, But the Historic Barn Was Spared
A late-night fire destroyed a storage building at Freeman's Farm in Genoa Township, forcing the historic property to temporarily close. Thankfully, no one was injured and the farm's historic barn was spared. Here's what happened and why preserving this nearly 44-acre piece of Delaware County history matters.
Why the Sale of a Sunbury Hotel Says Something Bigger About Delaware County Growth
A 60-room Hampton Inn in Sunbury has changed hands, but the bigger story may be why investors are putting money into this part of Central Ohio. From I-71 and Tanger Outlets to Delaware County growth and major regional development, this hotel sale offers another clue about where Sunbury is headed.
Honda/LG Battery Plant: Delaware, Ohio Real Estate Impact
The Honda/LG EV battery plant in Fayette County represents a $3.5 billion regional investment tied to 2,200 planned jobs, and while the plant sits 40 miles southwest of Columbus, Delaware County benefits through broader income growth, construction employment, and long-term housing demand from Central Ohio's expanding manufacturing economy.
Delaware County Renews Property Tax Rollback: What Homeowners Need to Know
Delaware County has renewed its 0.5-mill property tax rollback for a fifth consecutive year, providing nearly $7.1 million in projected tax relief. Here’s what Central Ohio homeowners, buyers, and sellers should know about the rollback and how property taxes can affect the true cost of owning a home.
Downtown Delaware Is Getting Its First Rooftop Patio, and It’s Opening Soon
Downtown Delaware is getting a new view. Open Btl plans to open the city's first rooftop patio during the last week of August, complete with lounge seating, fire pits and special events. Here's what's coming and why additions like this matter to downtown Delaware.
Delaware County Named the Best County to Live in Ohio: Here’s Why People Are Moving Here
Delaware County is getting national attention as one of Ohio's best places to live, and those of us who live and work in Central Ohio understand why. From fast-growing communities like Delaware and Powell to Alum Creek, local restaurants, parks and the Columbus Zoo, here's what makes Delaware County such an appealing place to call home.
Liberty Township and Columbus Zoo Reach Settlement: What Delaware County Residents Should Know
A yearlong legal dispute between Liberty Township and the Columbus Zoo may be coming to an end. A new settlement could bring Liberty Township up to $725,000 over five years while the township continues providing EMS services to the zoo. Here's what happened, what the agreement requires and why it matters to Delaware County residents.