🏘️ These Historic Ohio Villages Are Absolutely Charming

Plus: 👀 C-Bus Billionaire Found In Epstein’s 50th Birthday Book

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Chelsea Wiley
September 10, 2025

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Hello, Wednesday! Chelsea here.

If only time travel were real, right? Luckily, Ohio’s historic villages get pretty close. From cobblestone streets to canal boat rides, these places bring the past into the present in a way that feels both fun and surprisingly immersive. Whether it’s wandering through a pioneer village, stepping inside an 1800s schoolhouse, or strolling sunflower-dotted farmland, you’ll find yourself wrapped up in the stories that shaped our state. Some of these spots are hidden gems, others are longtime favorites, but all are worth a weekend trip. Consider it your ticket to exploring Ohio’s history one village at a time.

🗝️ Your Guide To The Unique And Marvelous Columbus Architectural Salvage
Whether you’re looking to replace an old door knob or you need a clawfoot tub, Columbus Architectural Salvage probably has what you need. Seriously, I could spend an entire day wandering through this trinket-filled shop.

👀 Images Show Les Wexner’s Apparent Contribution To Epstein’s 50th Birthday Book
The House Oversight Committee just dropped new files on Jeffrey Epstein, and they include a handwritten birthday note (and drawing) that appears to be from Columbus billionaire Les Wexner.

Headlines 📰 

🚔 After years of delays, the Hilltop is finally seeing progress on its new $14M police substation. The building, almost seven times the size of the old 1960s station, will include space for detectives and community meetings, with completion expected in November 2026. (NBC4)

💉 COVID boosters are back for Ohioans this fall, and most pharmacies don’t require a prescription, though some may ask younger adults to list a high-risk condition. With eligibility rules shifting and experts still recommending the shots for those at risk, figuring out where and how to get one can be confusing, but help is out there. (Axios Columbus)

🏥 Ohio State researchers are launching the HEART trial to study how people recover mentally and emotionally after serious injuries. The $16.6 million study will compare traditional physical-focused recovery programs with a patient-centered approach that also prioritizes support for both patients and caregivers. (Spectrum News 1)

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