Adam Paddock returns to Buckeye Nation for the fourth annual “Columbus Against The World” concert

Pop-rock singer and proud former Buckeye Adam Paddock will return to his roots to host the fourth annual “Columbus Against The World” concert March 7 at 8 p.m. Paddock said his time as a Buckeye provided him confidence and invaluable networking, but primarily introduced him to what he needed most — his band. While some […]

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Former Ohio State linebacker Darron Lee charged with first-degree murder in Tennessee

Former Ohio State and NFL linebacker Darron Lee was arrested in Tennessee and charged with first-degree murder Thursday, according to the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Department. Deputies responded to a CPR in progress to a home  in Ooltewah when they located a woman inside the residence and began life-saving measures, according to the sheriff’s department. The […]

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Small Columbus-based record label Whitetail Records takes DIY to heart

Embracing the do-it-yourself principles, Ohio State graduate River Owens is taking it upon themselves to support the local music scene they hold so dear.  After Columbus-based emo band Starling disbanded, former bassist and vocalist Owens — who graduated in 2024 with a degree in natural resource management — said the creation of Whitetail Records is […]

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From The ‘Shoe to Hollywood: Former Ohio State Football Player Maurice Hall debuts new Christmas film

Families near and far come together for the holidays, celebrating and spending cherished time with their loved ones — but these gatherings aren’t always as magical as they appear.  In November, former Ohio State football player Maurice Hall released his second Christmas movie, “#WorstChristmasEver.”  The story follows Billy Turner, played by B.J. Britt, as he […]

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Indie band Red Wanting Blue returns to Columbus to play homecoming show Friday

Ohio-based indie band Red Wanting Blue is returning to Columbus for its homecoming show at The Bluestone Friday at 7 p.m. with support from rock artist Brian Vander Ark.  Vocalist Scott Terry said the band captures the sound of Americana, with influence from folk, rock ‘n’ roll and alternative country. Red Wanting Blue’s latest release […]

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HireOhio Returns to Ohio State with statewide opportunities at Multi-University Alumni Career Fair

HireOhio will return to Columbus Monday for its biannual Multi-University Alumni Career Fair, with a range of employers among Fortune 500 startups, government agencies, nonprofits and other employers looking to hire people for full-time salary positions. Some employers on the roster for this year’s event are the Central Intelligence Agency, Equitas Health, KEMBA Financial Credit […]

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Indianola Collective launches second gameday-inspired collection Tuesday

Indianola Collective, a gameday-inspired apparel brand founded by Ohio State alumna Molly Mullahy, launched its second product line Tuesday following a successful debut in August. The brand first released a collection Aug. 23 featuring baby tees and tanks. Her latest drop features crewnecks, including reimagined versions of some of Mullahy’s most popular designs. Mullahy, who […]

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The Contemporary Theatre of Ohio opens 2025-26 season with Buckeye-stacked musical “Alice by Heart” September 4

The Contemporary Theatre of Ohio will kick off its 2025-26 season with “Alice by Heart,” which opens in Studio One at the Riffe Center September 4 and runs on select dates through September 21. “Alice by Heart” is a musical inspired by Lewis Carroll’s classic tale “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.” It takes place in a […]

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Stephanie Hightower dares Buckeyes to be ‘unstoppable’ at autumn 2024 commencement

More than 2,400 graduates and their families gathered in the Schottenstein Center Sunday afternoon for Ohio State’s autumn 2024 commencement ceremony.  Of 3,511 total graduates, 186 degrees were doctoral, 527 were masters, 14 were professional and 2,746 were either undergraduate degrees, associate degrees or certificates, according to Norman Jones, vice provost and dean for undergraduate […]

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Ohio State names Dennis Jeffrey as Ohio State University Police Department’s new chief of police

Ohio State has appointed Ohio State University Police Department Deputy Chief Dennis Jeffery as its new chief of police.   With 27 years of experience in law enforcement, Jeffrey will become Ohio State’s 12th chief of police starting Friday. “[Jeffrey] has three decades of law enforcement experience and has worked in support of Ohio State’s community […]

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