👽 A New Study Puts Ohio On The Alien Abduction Map

Plus: 🏎️ This Iconic Ohio Speedway Is Making A Come Back

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Chelsea Wiley
February 10, 2026

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We want to believe. Or at least we want to know what that weird light in the sky was. A new study ranking alien abduction reports puts Ohio right in the middle of the national map, which feels extremely on brand for us. From Project Blue Book at Wright-Patt to modern-day sightings across the state, Ohio has a long and slightly strange relationship with UFOs. We took a closer look at the data, the history, and why these stories keep popping up here. No tinfoil hats required, but maybe don’t rule anything out.

❤️🍕 Where To Find Heart-Shaped Pizza In Columbus
Forget the prix fixe menus and candlelit stress. This Valentine’s Day, Columbus pizza shops are serving up heart-shaped pies that prove love is best expressed with cheese, carbs, and zero pressure.

🏎️ The Iconic Mansfield Speedway Is Making A Come Back
After sitting silent for years, Mansfield Speedway is getting a second life. The historic Ohio track reopens this spring with major upgrades and its first race set for May.

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💵 Newly released federal documents show an Ohio State Wexner Medical Center OB-GYN received regular payments from Jeffrey Epstein’s firm in the early 2000s, though the purpose of the payments is unclear. The doctor says he worked as a biotech consultant and denies any involvement with Epstein or his crimes. (WOSU)

💧Aqua Ohio customers in central Ohio could see monthly water and sewer bills rise by up to $25 if a proposed rate increase is approved by state regulators. Residents raised concerns at a public hearing, while the utility says the increase reflects rising infrastructure and construction costs. (NBC4)

💍 Columbus jewelry brand Red Giraffe Designs has grown from a DIY side project into a local retail staple with three storefronts and popular custom services like charm bars and permanent jewelry. Founder Kate Stevens says the brand’s focus on personalization and meaningful pieces continues to drive its success. (Columbus Monthly)

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🏒 The Best Things To Do This February In Columbus
Columbus is buzzing this February. Whether you’re into live music, sports, theater, winter hikes, or family-friendly fun, the city has plenty of ways to get out and make the most of the month.

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