Central Ohio News Briefs - March 1, 2026
Dublin — The city will attempt a Guinness World Record for the largest human shamrock on March 14 at Riverside Crossing Park following the St. Patrick’s Day parade, targeting 1,200 participants.
Dublin — The 2026 State of the City event is scheduled for March 5 at The Exchange at Bridge Park.
Dublin — A public survey is open through March 15 seeking input on unsignalized pedestrian crossings on four-plus-lane streets.
Dublin — Dr. Tobin Eckel performed central Ohio’s first personalized total ankle replacements at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center using GPS navigation technology.
Dublin — Quantum Health announced a partnership with Lantern to expand access to specialty care.
Dublin — ISG opened a new full-service office on Longshore Street.
Dublin — The Ohio State University College of Social Work graduated 25 Dublin City Schools staff members with MSWs to serve as school-based mental health specialists beginning fall 2025.
Dublin — Dublin native Katrina Kollin placed ninth in the 1,650-yard freestyle at the MAC Championships.
Galena — Pulte Homes recorded property transfers at 1454 Crest Drive ($499,000) and 1315 Red Tail Place ($417,900).
Galena — Village leaders outlined upgrades, including a Miller Park pavilion, street repaving, safety enhancements, and an Arrowhead Golf Course rezoning proposal.
Genoa Township — Officials will review Master Plan survey results and are proposing omnibus zoning amendments while continuing annexation discussions related to Hoover Reservoir parcels.
Grove City — Officials are reviewing a draft 2026 appropriation ordinance projecting a 2.4% revenue increase amid rising costs.
Groveport — The city honored Director of Engineering Steve Farst for 30 years of service during National Engineers Week.
Groveport — Groveport Madison Schools scheduled its 2026 State of the Schools Celebration for March 25 at 7:00 p.m.
Hilliard — Hilliard City Schools received a $175,000 Ohio Energy Efficiency grant for LED upgrades at Davidson High School and broke ground on Beacon Elementary.
Obetz — Fortress Obetz will host the 2026 Columbus Polar Plunge benefiting Special Olympics Ohio on March 7.
Obetz — The city issued an RFQ for engineering services tied to a Safe Streets for All Safety Action Plan.
Powell — Mount Carmel Medical Group reopened its Powell office after renovation, doubling provider capacity.
Reynoldsburg — Property owners are seeking to annex 132.6 acres of Bauman Farm for potential economic development.
Reynoldsburg — A police officer resigned while under investigation.
Reynoldsburg — City leaders outlined transit changes, paving investments, and commercial projects projected to add jobs.
Sunbury — A public hearing on a rezoning request covering more than 330 acres for potential data center development was moved to March 23.
Sunbury — Ricart Automotive sold its Farrow Harley-Davidson operations; the new dealer plans to close the Sunbury location.
West Jefferson — Amazon purchased a 1.1-million-square-foot facility at 44 Commerce Parkway for $95.9 million.
West Jefferson — The mayor recognized outgoing Village Council members for service and safety initiatives.
West Jefferson — Applications remain open for a full-time Clerk of Council position.
Worthington — Worthington Libraries received the Auditor of State Award with Distinction and the Highest Achievement in Open and Transparent Government Award.
Worthington — The Worthington Township Fire Department received a $3,096.50 grant from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources for wildfire equipment.
Regional — The Ohio Department of Health reported potential measles exposure at John Glenn International Airport on February 18. Unvaccinated individuals should monitor for symptoms through March 11.
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