Friday, October 9, 2026

Education

South Western City Schools Voters to Decide on Bond Issue for New High Schools

Voters in South Western City Schools will consider Issue 6 on November 3, a 2.26-mill bond issue to replace Grove City and Westland high schools without increasing the current property tax rate.

Kindergarten Readiness Improves Across Most Columbus City Schools, Exceeding Pre-Pandemic Levels

Kindergarteners in most Columbus City Schools are showing improved readiness for school, with state test results indicating higher percentages of students are prepared than before the COVID-19 pandemic.

Racist KKK Flyers Found in Franklin County Neighborhoods Spark Outrage

Hateful flyers featuring Ku Klux Klan imagery and messages were found in several central Ohio neighborhoods, including Clintonville, Upper Arlington, and Worthington, prompting swift condemnation from residents and local leaders.