A WINDY WEDNESDAY

It is going to be a windy Wednesday across central Ohio. The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory until 7:00 pm. Wind gusts up to 50 mph are expected and as a result tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Due to the inclement weather, Licking County Emergency Management Agency has canceled today's weekly tornado siren test scheduled for noon.

BOONE'S BOND IS SET

Bond has been set at $250,000 for a 19-year-old Hebron man accused of shooting and seriously injuring his 16-year-old brother. Aiden Boone has been charged with felonious assault for allegedly shooting his brother in the head at their home on Wooster Street. Boone told authorities he was removing a gun from its holster when it accidentally discharged and shot his brother who was sleeping in a nearby bed. The incident remains under investigation.

STATE OF THE STATE ADDRESS

Tuesday, before a Joint Session of the Ohio General Assembly and others, Governor Mike DeWine delivered his last State of the State Address.

Gov. Dewine is unable to run for reelection due to term limits.

LIBERTY SCHOOL ROBOTICS TEAMS

For the first time ever two Newark Liberty Middle Schools robotics teams have advanced to this weekend's state Tech Challenge and Lego League Championships in Troy.

Jennifer Keene, Math and Science Instructional Coach, said being on the robotics teams gives students hands-on STEM learning that inspires innovation, builds confidence, and prepares kids for life.

A BABY RHINO

The Wilds has welcomed its first rhino calf of 2026, marking another exciting chapter in more than two decades of animal care expertise and conservation breeding at the conservation center. The calf was born to Agnes, a southern white rhino, continuing a program that began with The Wilds’ first rhino calf in 2004. Born on March 5, the male calf weighs approximately 100 pounds.

LOOKING FOR ENTERTAINERS

The Canal Market District is looking for entertainers to perform during the 2026 Outdoor Farmers Market season that runs every Friday from May through October. For more information visit the Canal Market District Facebook page.