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Daily editionFriday, October 9th, 2026

Good morning, Delaware.

The 5AM Delaware Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of October.

Education

  1. The Olentangy School Board condemned hazing after allegations emerged against the Orange High School girls soccer team and placed four coaches and six senior players on administrative leave — Superintendent Todd Meyer will outline further prevention measures at the Oct. 22 meeting.

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  2. At its Monday meeting, the Delaware City Schools Board of Education discussed state funding challenges and approved staffing changes including resignations and promotions — officials plan to send an open letter to state legislators to seek corrections in funding reductions.

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Sports

  1. Delaware County high schools shined in Week 7 of the football season as Liberty secured a playoff spot with a last-second field goal (and Big Walnut’s Nolan Buirley rushed for 288 yards in a key win) while standout performances statewide set high stakes for playoff races.

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