Background RiverScape MetroPark is a 22-acre park in downtown Dayton, Ohio. It was opened in 2001 as part of a larger effort to revitalize the city’s riverfront. The park is located along the Great Miami River and features a variety of amenities, including a playground, a picnic area, a walking trail, and a pavilion. The…
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Thomas J. Moyer Ohio Judicial Center
Background The Ohio Judicial Center is a historic building in Columbus, Ohio. It was designed by Harry Hake in the Art Deco style and built from 1930 to 1933. The building was originally known as the Ohio Departments Building, as it first housed Ohio state departments. It was added to the National Register of Historic…
Ohio Statehouse Building – 2023 – Interior
Background The Ohio Statehouse is the seat of government for the U.S. state of Ohio. It is located in downtown Columbus, on Capitol Square. The building is a National Historic Landmark and is open to the public for tours. The Statehouse was designed by Henry Walter and built from 1839 to 1861. It is an…
Train Car Graffiti on Tracks At Marion Station Line
Background Marion Station is now a museum, a vestige of a bygone era where cross continental rail was the dominant form of travel. Impression During a road trip, we traversed through Marion and decided to make a visit to a historic train station. While we were there, a train was running through the still operative…
Lima “BeanTown” Ohio – A Quick Run Through
Background Located in Allen county and established in 1831, Lima was named after Lima, Peru.Lima grew due to 5 rail lines that ran through. Impression During a recent weekend stay in Ottawa, we decided to adventure out into the surrounding areas and made a quick drive through Lima. You know we are suckers for some…
Ottawa, Ohio – A Small Town Walk-About
Background The village of Ottawa is located northwest of Columbus, just a little over 2 hours drive.Originally, this area of Ohio was inhabited by the Wyandot and Ottawa Native American tribes. In 1817, a large parcel of land was ceded to the United States. The village of Ottawa was eventually incorporated in 1861. Impression We…
Ascalon Sword Festival 2023
Background The multi-day event featuring Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA) and is hosted by the Royal Fencing Academy’s founder Julia Richey returns again to Ohio in 2023. 2023 had the event hosted at the Royal Arts Fencing Academy School. Ascalon is the name of the sword used by Saint George to slay the dragon. Information on this…
Arnold Sports Festival 2023 – Pole Fitness
Background 2023 brings more PCS Championship series Pole Fitness to the Arnold Sports Festival! Impression This year, we took some time to visit and cover the amateur Pole fitness events. There was a fantastic display of athletes. Switching between both poles, the dance and floor routines were energetic and entertaining. We have always been a…
Arnold Sports Expo 2023 – Ohio Combat League
Background The Ohio Combat League presents OCL24 at the Arnold Sport Festival. Ohio Combat League has been presenting their talented fighters at the Arnold for a few years now. A full list of the fight card can be found on the OCL website HERE. Impression The Ohio Combat League never disappoints in their live events….
Arnold Sport Expo 2023 – Medieval Fighting
Background Organized by the Detroit Fight Club, Medieval Fighting has returned to the Arnold Sports Festival in 2023. During the time frame that we covered the event, we witnessed 5 on 5 Buhurt combat matches. Buhurt medieval combat consists of fighters using blunted hand weapons and armor commonly found in 14th to 16th century field…
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