🌧️ Severe Flash Flooding Hits Central Ohio

Plus: 🪨 This Incredible Rock Garden Is Worth A Visit

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Chelsea Wiley
July 28, 2025

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Hello, Monday! Chelsea here.

It was a tough weekend in Lancaster, where flash floods swept through homes, businesses, and even a local dog daycare. Emergency crews worked nonstop to rescue pets and people, and dozens of residents are now facing the daunting task of cleanup and recovery. Some say they’ve never seen anything like it. The community is rallying together, but the damage runs deep. Here’s what we know so far.

😍 Dundee Falls Is A Stunning, Hidden Gem Of A Waterfall
Think Ohio is all cornfields? Think again. Dundee Falls is a quiet, scenic trail leading to a beautiful hidden waterfall. It’s a magical little spot and one you should definitely add to your list this summer.

🪨 Take The Perfect Day Trip To Ohio's 80-Year-Old Rock Garden
Tucked away in Springfield, the Hartman Rock Garden is a whimsical folk art masterpiece built during the Great Depression. With free daily access and unique rock sculptures, it’s the perfect family-friendly day trip from Columbus.

Headlines 📰 

🦌 Deer have taken over Worthington yards, gardens, and now, the city's political discourse. After years of mounting tensions and daily sightings, the suburb is launching a targeted removal program to curb the herd. (Columbus Monthly)

⚽️ The Columbus Crew have signed top Egyptian league scorer Wessam Abou Ali as a designated player. The 26-year-old striker brings firepower, grit, and a remarkable comeback story to the team. (NBC4)

🪦 Ohioans can now help preserve Revolutionary War history using a real-time, interactive dashboard that tracks veteran graves statewide. The public is invited to document burial sites and contribute to a growing archive ahead of America’s 250th anniversary in 2026. (Ohio History)

🌦️ Weather: 90 and partly sunny with a chance of thunderstorms

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☀️ Looking for somewhere to relax? Let me introduce you to the hammock area at Quarry Trails Metro Park! Head past the dog park to find this little piece of paradise in the corner of the park.

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- Chelsea