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The Lantern · Delaware, OH

“Gilmore Girls”-inspired event to be held in downtown Delaware Friday and Saturday

The Stars Hollow sign designed for the Late Night Delaware committee’s A Weekend in Starz Hollow event. Credit: Courtesy of Olivia Yetman A “Gilmore Girls”-inspired weekend-long event this Friday and Saturday will feature cast appearances, live music and local vendors, hosted by Late Night Delaware, a community-based committee based in the city of Delaware. A Weekend in Starz Hollow, the city-wide event taking place in downtown Delaware, will begin at 4 p.m. Friday, according to the website. The event is inspired by the television series “Gilmore Girls,” which follows a mother-daughter duo, Lorelai and Rory Gilmore, respectively, as they navigate their meddling family, romantic relationships and careers in their fictional small town of Stars Hollow, Connecticut.

The Madison Messenger · Plain City, OH

Nearby: Plain City, OH

Plain City Christmas Coloring Contest Invites Young Artists to Become Santa’s Christmas Pixies

By Ciera Bierbaugh Madison Messenger The holiday season is approaching, and the Village of Plain City is inviting its youngest residents to get creative for a chance to take part in a special Christmas tradition. The 2026 Plain City Christmas Coloring Contest is officially underway, offering children ages 10 and younger the opportunity to become one of Santa’s official Christmas Pixies during the annual Christmas Under the Clock celebration on Saturday, Dec. 5. The contest is divided into three age categories: ages 5 and younger, ages 6–8 and ages 9–10. One winner from each category will be selected to help Santa light the Plain City Christmas Tree during the community’s holiday celebration. Young artists are encouraged to break out their crayons, markers and creativity to complete the official contest coloring page. Entries must be submitted by Sunday, Nov. 22.

Marion County Now · Marion, OH

Nearby: Marion, OH

Ohio State Marion Professor Tracy Tylka to discuss body image research in Marion

MARION, OH (MARION COUNTY NOW)—Dr. Tracy Tylka will present her latest research findings in a talk titled Looking Back at Your Former Appearance, as part of the Buckeye Talks on Tap community lecture series, Tuesday, November 17, 5:30 p.m. at Bucci’s Italian Scratch Kitchen. Ohio State Marion Professor of Psychology, Dr. Tracy Tylka, one of the world’s foremost authorities on body image, will share information on her recent study which found that people often judge themselves by comparing their current appearance to earlier versions of themselves, a behavior researchers call self-oriented comparison. The study showed that looking back at a time when you felt more attractive is linked to body shame, rumination, and disordered eating, while comparing yourself to a less favorable past appearance is related to higher body appreciation and pride. These research findings could help improve body image treatment and support people navigating aging and other appearance-related changes.

McAlester News-Capital · Ohio State University, OH

Nearby: Ohio State University, OH

Police investigate whether burned Ohio State University students were victims of hazing

Police are investigating whether two Ohio State University students, treated for burns after being engulfed in flames at a party, were hazing victims. The university placed the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity on interim suspension after a video circulated showing a…

Venice Gondolier · Columbus, OH

Nearby: Columbus, OH

GROUNDED: Flight shutdown slams travel plans

yoursun.com offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. An Allegiant jet sits on the runway at Punta Gorda Airport late Friday afternoon following the FAA grounding. SUN PHOTO BY NICOLE DROEGER Travelers across the country were forced to deal with canceled airline flights Friday night as the Federal Aviation Administration issued a nationwide ground stop due to communications problems at regional air traffic control centers.The FAA notice said the ground stop was being imposed “due to extraordinary circumstances and for reasons of safety.” Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said communications issue were affecting the 22 regional air traffic control centers that direct planes en route between airports nationwide.He said FAA technicians were investigating.This is the first nationwide ground stop since January 2023, when a key FAA computer system malfunctioned. Before that the last time had been after the Sept.

The Lantern · Columbus, OH

Nearby: Columbus, OH

African Youth League returns to the stage with African Night event, following yearlong absence

Members of the African Youth League. Credit: Courtesy of Chavel Andoh After a yearlong absence due to funding cuts and the closure of Ohio State’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion, the African Youth League is bringing its cultural showcase back to the stage — this time, in downtown Columbus. On Sunday at the Southern Theatre, starting at 5 p.m., this year’s African Night marks a milestone in the organization’s 32-year history — its first time hosting the event off campus. Built around the theme “Sankofa,” a Twi word from Ghana meaning “to go back and get it,” the evening serves as both a celebration of African heritage and a demonstration of student resilience. “The theme this year is ‘Sankofa’ … It means that we must look at our past in order to progress,” said Chavel Andoh, a fourth-year in data analytics and president of the African Youth League. “As an organization, we have been through a lot.

Just Women's Sports · Columbus, OH

Nearby: Columbus, OH

Sarah Strong Leads No. 4 UConn Past No. 17 Ohio State

No. 4 UConn women’s basketball passed a tough NCAA road test. The Huskies beat No. 17 Ohio State 87-55 in Columbus, with Sarah Strong stepping up once again with 25 points. Sarah Strong Takes Over UConn vs Ohio State in 2nd Half Strong’s night got off to a rocky start. She picked up her second foul about nine minutes in, sat out the entire second quarter, and went into the break with just five points. However, the junior standout more than made up for it after halftime. Strong scored 20 points in the second half, and her third 3-pointer of the third quarter pushed UConn’s lead to 10. Ashlynn Shade added 15 points, while Columbus native KK Arnold chipped in 10 points, five assists, and five steals. Olivia Vukosa filled the stat sheet with eight points, 12 rebounds, six assists, and two blocks. UConn built an early 21-8 lead before the Buckeyes answered with a 10-2 run to close the first quarter. Huskies turnovers fueled the surge, frustrating head coach Geno Auriemma.

The Lantern · Columbus, OH

Nearby: Columbus, OH

University leaders react to SAE investigations, call for accountability and cultural change

Ohio State University President Ravi Bellamkonda listens to a question during an interview with the Lantern at University Square South on Nov. 12 2026. Credit: Michael Goulet | Campus Photo Editor. University and student leaders are calling for greater accountability and campus culture changes following an incident involving the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity — or SAE — that left two students with second- and third-degree burns. The Ohio State chapter of SAE was placed on interim suspension after a video posted online showed two individuals related to the chapter on fire, per prior Lantern reporting. Columbus Police are investigating the incident as hazing. In an exclusive, sit-down interview with The Lantern, Ohio State President Ravi Bellamkonda said the university knows about the situation and is in contact with the families of those involved. This is the first time Bellamkonda has publicly spoken about the incident. “Obviously, we take it very, very seriously,” Bellamkonda said.

The Lantern · Columbus, OH

Nearby: Columbus, OH

Ohio State brings Oscar Wilde’s classic comedy “The Importance of Being Earnest” to the stage Friday

The new five-story Theatre, Film and Media Arts Building – located at 1932 College Rd. N. – at The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio, opened for classes and events in the fall 2023 semester. Credit: Samantha Harden | Former Arts & Life Editor A classic comedy filled with mistaken identities, romance and Victorian-era humor is coming to Ohio State’s Department of Theatre, Film and Media Arts this weekend as it presents “The Importance of Being Earnest.” The play, which debuts Friday in the Proscenium Theatre, located at 1932 College Rd. N., and runs through Nov. 20, will feature Irish poet and playwright Oscar Wilde’s wit and humor to transport the audience back to the Victorian Age. Directed by Tom Dugdale, an associate professor of theatre, film and media arts, the play follows two good friends who use the same alter ego, Earnest, to pursue their love interests: Cecily Cardew, an 18-year-old country girl, and Gwendolen, a confident and opinionated character.

The Lantern · Columbus, OH

Nearby: Columbus, OH

Update: SAE investigated for hazing, victims from weekend incident suffer second- and third-degree burns

The Ohio Theta Chapter of Sigma Alpha Epsilon of Ohio State University on Indianola Ave. on Nov. 9, 2026. Credit: Michael Goulet | Campus Photo Editor. Ohio State fraternity Sigma Alpha Epsilon is being investigated for hazing, following a weekend incident where two individuals suffered second- and third-degree burns, according to a Columbus Police report. The records, including audio of a call to a police dispatcher, shed more light on the events that led Ohio State to place Sigma Alpha Epsilon — or SAE — on interim suspension Sunday. That’s after a video circulated among students showing two individuals related to the chapter on fire, per prior Lantern reporting. The police report shows the incident happened at around 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. An unidentified Ohio State student called police around 9:30 p.m. on Sunday, reporting and describing the video.

The Lantern · Columbus, OH

Nearby: Columbus, OH

Fashion Week Columbus 2026 hosts OSU Luncheon event, featuring headliner Joan Madison

Joan Madison at Fashion Week Luncheon at Campbell Hall at The Ohio State University on Nov. 10, 2026, in Columbus. Credit: Natalie Boggs | Arts and Life Editor Inside view at Fashion Week Luncheon at Campbell Hall at The Ohio State University on Nov. 10, 2026, in Columbus. Credit: Natalie Boggs | Arts and Life Editor Yiema John at Fashion Week Luncheon at Campbell Hall at The Ohio State University on Nov. 10, 2026, in Columbus. Credit: Natalie Boggs | Arts and Life Editor Former Ohio State Professors at Fashion Week Luncheon at Campbell Hall at The Ohio State University on Nov. 10, 2026, in Columbus. Credit: Natalie Boggs | Arts and Life Editor Speaker at Fashion Week Luncheon at Campbell Hall at The Ohio State University on Nov. 10, 2026, in Columbus. Credit: Natalie Boggs | Arts and Life Editor Joan Madison at Fashion Week Luncheon at Campbell Hall at The Ohio State University on Nov. 10, 2026, in Columbus.

Dallas Observer · Columbus, OH

Nearby: Columbus, OH

DJ John Summit joins the Dallas vs. Fort Worth argument

Critic's NotebookDJ John Summit joins the Dallas vs. Fort Worth argument The former accountant turned full-time DJ now has a public beef with the entire city of Fort Worth after a bad show at the Ariat Arena on Saturday night. By Alyssa FieldsNovember 10, 2026 John Summit is one of the most popular DJs today, so it's unfortunate that Fort Worth seems to have foiled his relationship with North Texas. Aaron Davidson/Getty Images for Ocean Drive Add the Observeras a preferred source on Google Audio By Carbonatix Wherever We're Needed. We're There. From the stories making headlines to the restaurants, music and culture that make Dallas one of a kind, Dallas Observer is there. Help us raise $25,000 by December 31 to keep independent local journalism going strong in 2027. SUPPORT US TODAY Progress to goal $3,750 $25,000 One of the most in-demand dance music DJs of the moment really hates Fort Worth. Like, really hates Fort Worth.

Logan Daily News · Columbus, OH

Nearby: Columbus, OH

OHSAA announces football regional semifinal pairings

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio High School Athletic Association announced the football regional semifinal pairings on Sunday afternoon. Unless otherwise noted, all regional semifinal games kick off at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 13 at the site of the higher seeded team.The regional playoffs follow bracket format, with the better seeded team serving as the host through the first three rounds of the playoffs. Neutral sites will be used beginning in the regional finals on Friday, Nov. 20. Rebracketing will occur for the state semifinals, which will be played on Friday, Nov. 27, with the state championship games then hosted at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton Dec. 3-5.OHSAA football regional semifinal pairingsPairings shown with regional seed and record. All games on Friday, Nov. 13, at 7 p.m., unless indicated otherwise.Division IRegion 1: No. 5 Hudson (9-3) at No. 1 Lakewood St. Edward (10-1), No. 7 Canton McKinley (9-3) at No. 3 Mentor (9-2)Region 2: No. 8 Hilliard Darby (8-4) at No.

The Lantern · Columbus, OH

Nearby: Columbus, OH

Fashion Week Columbus 2026 presents Macy’s Destination Holiday Show

Model walks the runway during Columbus Fashion Week at Macy’s Polaris on Nov. 9th, 2026 in Columbus. Credit: Natalie Boggs | Arts and Life Photo Editor Model walks the runway during Columbus Fashion Week at Macy’s Polaris on Nov. 9th, 2026 in Columbus. Credit: Natalie Boggs | Arts and Life Photo Editor Beverly Robinson speaks during Columbus Fashion Week at Macy’s Polaris on Nov. 9th, 2026 in Columbus. Credit: Natalie Boggs | Arts and Life Photo Editor Model walks the runway during Columbus Fashion Week at Macy’s Polaris on Nov. 9th, 2026 in Columbus. Credit: Natalie Boggs | Arts and Life Photo Editor Model walks the runway during Columbus Fashion Week at Macy’s Polaris on Nov. 9th, 2026 in Columbus. Credit: Natalie Boggs | Arts and Life Photo Editor Model walks the runway during Columbus Fashion Week at Macy’s Polaris on Nov. 9th, 2026 in Columbus. Credit: Natalie Boggs | Arts and Life Photo Editor DJ preforms during Columbus Fashion Week at Macy’s Polaris on Nov.

Salish Current · Columbus, OH

Nearby: Columbus, OH

Native nations fight the 211-mile road that could transform Alaska’s Arctic

A proposed mining road through the Brooks Range promises access to critical minerals. Indigenous communities say protecting the rivers, wildlife and food systems that have sustained them for generations is a more lasting investment. First appeared in Atmos Oct. 19, 2026. From the windows of our bush plane, there is not a straight line in sight. Rivers, never dammed or straightened, twine through remote mountain passes. There are moose down there. Wolverines. Wolves. And the birthplaces of salmon, their eggs waiting to hatch in spring. This is America’s Arctic in Alaska, still wild and largely intact. But a road changes everything. The Ambler Road Project, proposed by an Alaskan state development agency and backed by the Trump administration, would create a 211-mile-long industrial haul road across the headwaters of 11 major rivers, with some 48 bridges and 3,000 culverts.