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WHITING, Ind. — A railroad conductor from Toledo died when he was hit by a train while working in northwest Indiana. Scott Shoemaker, 57, of the 2200 block of Portsmouth Avenue, was pronounced dead at the scene of the incident that was reported at 3:52 a.m. Thursday, along the Norfolk Southern tracks in the Whiting are

TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Toledo Police have arrested a man on a murder charge in the death of a 17-year-old girl in Toledo. Sources tell 13 Action News the teen girl was not the intended target in the shooting. The Toledo Police Department announced Monday afternoon that Swayvone Morgan, 23,...

TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A 19-year-old was injured in a shooting at a Toledo bar early Monday morning, police said. Officers were called out to 364 Kopernik Avenue around 1 a.m. on July 13. Officers found a 19-year-old man suffering from at least one gunshot wound to his shoulder. First...

The man who drove a car used in a botched gun sale that ended with a boy’s shooting death last year was sentenced Monday to eight years in prison. While rejecting a defense lawyer’s argument in Lucas County Common Pleas Court that Shamur Hughes deserved a minimum sentence, Judge Lori Olender said he was not as involved

There’s something undeniably thrilling about kicking up dirt on a rugged trail with the throttle wide open and nothing but trees, hills, and winding turns ahead. At R Adventure Park in Logan, Ohio, that adrenaline-fueled dream is yours for the taking. Whether you’re a first-time rider or a full-blown off-road enthusiast, this sprawling outdoor playground invites you to climb aboard an ATV and let your inner trailblazer loose.

You don’t expect to find a tropical beach in the middle of Ohio—but that’s exactly what makes Nelson Ledges Quarry Park such a fun surprise. Located in Garrettsville, about an hour from Cleveland or Akron, this lush, tree-lined oasis features turquoise water, a sandy swimming cove, and a laid-back, island-style vibe that feels worlds away from Midwest suburbia.

Half flea market, half funhouse, and 100% Midwest magic—Traders World in Lebanon, Ohio isn’t your average Sunday outing. This sprawling 11-building wonderland off I-75 is part bizarre bazaar, part vintage goldmine, and entirely unforgettable. Whether you're chasing the thrill of the hunt or just looking for an oddball afternoon adventure, this place delivers surprise around every corner.

Tucked away in the lush woods along the Little Miami River, there’s a medieval surprise waiting for you in Loveland, Ohio. It’s not a theme park or movie set—it’s a real stone castle, built brick by brick by one very determined man. Welcome to Loveland Castle, also known as Château Laroche, a labor of love that took decades to complete and feels like something plucked straight from the pages of an old Arthurian legend.

When was the last time you really saw the stars? Not just a handful of faint pinpricks—but the kind of sky that makes you feel like a speck in the universe. Tucked into Hocking Hills State Park, John Glenn Astronomy Park (JGAP) delivers that rare, cosmic thrill—no telescope required.

It’s more than just a park—this 335-acre greenspace in the suburb of Woodlawn is a secret garden, fairy trail, fitness path, and floral playground all rolled into one. Whether you’re chasing butterflies, sipping coffee on a shady bench, or introducing a grandkid to the wonders of nature, Glenwood Gardens offers a fresh-air escape that feels both serene and a little magical.