🦶Bigfoot’s Got Cousins, And They Live In Ohio

Plus: 🤘 Sonic Temple 2026 Drops Its Wildest Lineup Yet

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Chelsea Wiley
October 29, 2025

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Hello, Wednesday! Chelsea here.

Ohio has a weird side, and I mean that in the best way possible. From frog-faced creatures hanging out under bridges to massive, fur-covered beasts lurking in the woods, our state is crawling with cryptid lore. Whether you’re a believer, a skeptic, or just someone who loves a good campfire story, these Ohio legends will make you think twice next time you hear a twig snap in the dark. We’re talking Bigfoot cousins, snake monsters, and even a lake-dwelling beast named Bessie. So grab a flashlight, maybe a friend (you’ll want one), and let’s get a little spooky — Ohio style.

🤘 From MCR To Megadeth: Sonic Temple 2026 Drops Its Wildest Lineup Yet
Words can’t express how excited I truly am for this lineup. My Chemical Romance, Tool, Shinedown, and more than 140 bands are taking over Historic Crew Stadium next May. Get ready to relive your glory days, eyeliner optional.

😍 The Beautiful Waterfall At Rock Mill Is One Of Central Ohio's Hidden Gems
We didn’t get a ton of time to enjoy fall foliage this autumn, but if there’s one place I always recommend people check out, no matter the season, it’s Rock Mill. It looks absolutely gorgeous in any weather.

Headlines 📰 

✈️ John Glenn Columbus International Airport just announced several new nonstop routes, including flights to San Diego, Orlando, Panama City Beach, Montreal, and Austin, giving Central Ohio travelers even more ways to escape or explore. (NBC4)

🦌 Deer season is in full swing, and some Ohio hunters are turning their harvests into help. Through Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry, donated venison is feeding thousands across the state, turning an overpopulated deer problem into meals for people in need. (WOSU)

🇺🇸 We’re less than a week away from Election Day. Here’s what’s on the ballot here in Columbus. (Axios Columbus)

☁️ Weather: 56 and mostly cloudy with rain in the afternoon

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Columbus is full of surprises, and this fall, one of the spookiest takes on a classic story awaits. Step into In the Land of Oz, a 60-minute immersive horror experience where the Emerald City has fallen, witches and obsessed munchkins roam, and every shadow hides a secret. Will you escape or become part of the legend? For ages 13+, September 26–November 2 at 1165 Dublin Road. Follow the yellow brick road…if you dare. For more info, or to purchase tickets, head over to columbuschildrenstheatre.org

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Today's Photo 🤳

☀️ Holden Arboretum might not be in Columbus, but it’s certainly worth the road trip. If you’re looking for somewhere to see Ohio’s beauty on display, look no further my friends.

READ MORE: This Ohio Arboretum Has A 500 ft. Long Canopy Walk (And So Much More)

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- Chelsea