Columbus Jobs Are Growing Faster Than Almost Anywhere Else: Where Relocating Buyers Should Look
Columbus ranks among the nation's fastest-growing large metros for jobs, and Licking County led the country in one recent measure. Here is what the numbers say, where they differ, and how relocating buyers can use them to choose where to live.
Columbus City Schools Approves 2027 Employee Health Plan With an 8% Premium Cap
Columbus City Schools' Joint Insurance Committee unanimously approved a 2027 employee health plan with an 8% premium cap after teachers warned costs could more than double. Here's what was reported, and how to use school news in a home search.
What's It Actually Like to Live in Lancaster, Ohio?
Lancaster, the Fairfield County seat about 31 miles from downtown Columbus, offers a historic downtown, Hocking Hills access, and sale prices well below most Columbus suburbs. Here's an honest look at the lifestyle, the commute, and the cost.
Military Relocation Tips for Columbus, Ohio: Buying a Home on PCS Orders
Moving to Columbus on PCS orders? Learn how to start the home search early, what a VA loan offers, how Columbus and Central Ohio are selling right now, and which Ohio tax benefits to confirm before you buy.
Inside Ohio's Gas Tax Holiday Debate: What Supporters and Skeptics Said
Before Ohio's 90-day gas tax holiday became law, a Senate hearing weighed timing, diesel costs, and whether drivers would see savings. Here's what supporters and skeptics said, and how fuel costs fit into a home search.
The World's Largest Horse Show Is in Columbus Right Now
The All American Quarter Horse Congress runs through October 24 at the Ohio Expo Center, with free general admission, a 20-acre trade show, and free parking on Wednesdays. Here's what to know before you go.
What's It Actually Like to Live in Clintonville, Columbus?
Clintonville is a walkable, park-rich Columbus neighborhood about four miles north of downtown, with older Craftsman, Tudor, and ranch homes. Here's an honest look at the lifestyle, the housing, and what it costs to buy in right now.
Ohio's Gas Tax Is Suspended for 90 Days: What Drivers Need to Know
Governor Mike DeWine signed House Bill 519 on October 1, 2026, suspending Ohio's gas tax for 90 days starting October 4, reducing the tax on regular gasoline from 38.5 cents per gallon to roughly 1 cent.
The Columbus Italian Festival Opens This Week
The Columbus Italian Festival opens Friday, October 9, at St. John the Baptist Church in Italian Village, with admission at $15, kids 12 and under free, kicking off three days of food, culture, and a Sunday parade.
How to Get Your Home Ready for Winter Showings in Central Ohio
Winter showings reward homes that feel bright, warm, and easy to enter. Here's how to prepare a Central Ohio home for short days, snow, and cold, including lighting, entry setup, temperature, decor, and a plan for vacant homes.
The Real Story Behind Delaware County's Oddest Road Names
Roads like 3 Bs and K Road, Hogback Road, and Vans Valley Road might sound random, but most trace back to real townships, farms, and 19th-century settlers, according to Delaware Source's research into county historical records.
Which Repairs Are Actually Worth Making Before You Sell
Not every repair recovers its cost at resale, and with inventory at its highest level in over a decade, buyers have genuine alternatives if a home shows deferred maintenance, making the right pre-listing repairs more important than in recent years.
Radon Testing in Central Ohio: What Buyers Should Know
Franklin County sits in the EPA's highest radon zone, and a high result is common. Here's how radon testing works during a Central Ohio home purchase, what the numbers mean, and how to handle it in your contract.
Chick-fil-A, Chipotle, and Dunkin' Confirmed for Delaware's New $20M Shopping Center
Delaware City Council unanimously approved a zoning amendment on February 2, 2026, clearing the way for the $20 million Trailhead Crossings shopping center, with Chick-fil-A, Chipotle, Dunkin', and Take 5 confirmed as initial tenants.
What to Expect From the Central Ohio Home Buying Process and Timeline
Ohio's home buying process follows its own specific sequence and typical timeline, generally 30 to 45 days from an accepted offer to closing, with attorney involvement and disclosure requirements that genuinely differ from other states.
Should You Give Up a Low Mortgage Rate to Move?
The 30-year mortgage rate hit 7.28% on October 1, 2026, the highest since late 2023. Here's how the lock-in effect works, when moving still makes sense for Central Ohio homeowners, and which options can soften the impact.
Target Is Coming to Delaware: What to Know About Trailhead Crossings
Target is confirmed for phase two of Delaware's Trailhead Crossings development, announced the same day phase one broke ground on Sunbury Road with seven confirmed businesses including Chipotle and Chick-fil-A.
How School District Boundaries Actually Affect Home Values in Central Ohio
Central Ohio's school district boundaries frequently cut across city limits and even individual streets, so two homes a few hundred feet apart can carry meaningfully different values and tax rates based purely on district.
The Circleville Pumpkin Show Opens This Week
The 119th Circleville Pumpkin Show runs October 21 through 24, with a new official Tuesday preview night, free admission, four stages, eight parades, and an America 250 focus on agriculture. Here's what to know before you go.
A Proposed Highway Could Run Through Delaware County's Farmland: What to Know
ODOT submitted its feasibility study for a proposed 18-mile connector between US 23 and I-71 to the Ohio Legislature, a project estimated to cost $857 million to $1.2 billion and running through generational farmland in three counties.