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SunburyBent Tree Golf Club in Sunbury will close for good on Nov. 16 after 37 yearsIf you've teed it up at Bent Tree Golf Club in Sunbury, you've got until Nov. 16. The public course, which opened in 1989, will close permanently that day. The club announced it on Facebook, and neither report gives a reason.Saturday’s editionRead Food & DrinkLand-Grant Brewing buys Nocterra and plans to reopen the Powell taproom in late NovemberIf you've missed Nocterra's Powell taproom, there's good news. Land-Grant Brewing Company has acquired the Nocterra brand and the taproom, the two breweries said in a joint announcement. Nocterra stopped operations at its Powell and Scioto Audubon locations on Aug. 31, with little notice for employees and patrons.Friday’s editionRead Public SafetyNew Albany picks Westerville's Brian Spoon as its next police chiefNew Albany has selected its next police chief, the city announced Wednesday. He's Brian Spoon, the assistant chief of the Westerville Division of Police. A Nov. 4 media release from the city says he starts in early December.Thursday’s editionRead ElectionsEarly results show Delaware County voters favoring tax levies while a transit sales tax trailsIf you voted Tuesday, here's where things stood early. The Columbus Dispatch reported that in the first batch of unofficial results, early voters appeared to favor the property-tax measures. A new sales tax measure to support Delaware County Transit wasn't doing as well. One of the levies is the Delaware Area Career Center's renewal and decrease of a levy it has had since voters first approved it in 2001.Wednesday’s editionRead High School SportsTwo Delaware Hayes runners advance to the state cross-country meetIf you follow high school sports, circle Sat., Nov. 7. The state cross-country meet is at Fortress Obetz, and the OHSAA announced the qualifiers Monday. Two Delaware Hayes boys punched their tickets as individuals at regionals Oct. 31 at Pickerington North.Tuesday’s editionRead

Around Delaware

From Lancaster Eagle-Gazette, The Columbus Dispatch and 16 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette11 hours ago

    Bloom Carroll volleyball cruises to regional title, headed back to state tourney

    After losing three seniors, the Bloom-Carroll volleyball team rallied to secure a spot in the state final four.

  2. The Columbus Dispatch11 hours ago

    Columbus Academy, Upper Arlington battle for OHSAA field hockey title

    Upper Arlington and Columbus Academy play for the OHSAA field hockey state championship Nov. 7, 2026, at Thomas Worthington High School. UA won 3-1.

  3. WFMJ11 hours ago

    Campbell volleyball season ends in the regional final

    The Campbell volleyball team fell to Westerville Northside Christian 3-1 in the OHSAA Division VII Regional Final on Saturday afternoon.

  4. Akron Beacon Journal15 hours ago

    OHSAA soccer tournament scores. Boys, girls regional finals this weekend

    We're tracking scores of every Ohio high school boys and girls regional final. Find scores and area recaps here.

  5. Marysville Journal Tribune20 hours ago

    Rezoning proposal draws opposition in Jerome Township

    Jerome residents aired concerns about a map amendment that looks to rezone 165 acres of farmland into the township’s commerce district, which could open up the land for a litany of development uses including data centers. During a public hearing on Wednesday, the trustees heard a proposal to amend the property at 10061 Mitchell-Dewitt Road from rural residential district to commerce district under the township’s comprehensive plan. The requesting applicant and owner of the 165-acre farm, Carl Mitchell, said he is about to turn 82 years-old, has no one to pass the farm on to and has to sell the

  6. NBC4 WCMH-TV21 hours ago

    Teen dead after vehicle hits tree, catches on fire in Delaware County

    DELAWARE, Ohio (WCMH) — A teenager is dead after they struck a tree Friday night in Concord Township, causing their vehicle to become engulfed in flames, according to the Delaware Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. A 17-year-old from Powell, Ohio, whose identity has not been released, was driving a 2022 Kia Forte southeast

  7. Delaware Gazette21 hours ago

    Berlin voters approve fire levy

    On Election Day, Berlin Township voters approved the renewal of a tax levy to fund operations and equipment for the fire department.

  8. Delaware Gazette21 hours ago

    Delaware County Notebook

    Delaware AA meetings take place at St. Peters Episcopal Church at 45 W. Winter St. in Delaware at 7 p.m. (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday), 7 p.m. on Wednesday, and 7:30 p.m. on Saturday.

  9. Delaware Gazette22 hours ago

    Delaware County Property Transfers

  10. Delaware Gazette22 hours ago

    Sunbury BZA meets, rules as needed

    The City’s Board of Zoning Appeals, like other BZAs in Delaware County, meets on an as-needed basis. Here’s what they’ve done thus far in 2026.

  11. The Columbus Dispatch23 hours ago

    Ohio State football legends are memorialized on Columbus-area menus

    From Archie Griffin to Ryan Day, the biggest names in Ohio State football are served up to diners across the capital of Buckeye Nation.

  12. Marietta Times23 hours ago

    Marietta College soccer players earn All-OAC honors

    WESTERVILLE — Four members of the Marietta College Women’s soccer team were recognized as part of the 2026 All-Ohio Athletic Conference team announced Friday morning. Senior defender Tati Grigoryan was named to the first team. Senior goalkeeper Francesca Agliolo and junior forward Jaylyn Thornton were named to the second team. Senior defender Myah Byers was […]

  13. The Columbus DispatchNov. 6

    Highlights of Berlin vs Liberty in OHSAA football playoffs

    Berlin takes on Liberty in an OHSAA Division I, Region 3 football quarterfinal at Olentangy Liberty High School on Nov. 6.

  14. The Columbus DispatchNov. 6

    See Kilbourne vs Pickerington North OHSAA football playoff highlights

    Worthington Kilbourne faces Pickerington North in the Division 1, Region 3 OHSAA football playoffs on Nov. 6.

  15. QFM96Nov. 6

    Borgata Holiday Catering 2026

    Looking for the perfect catering for your next holiday event? Look no further than Borgata’s Pizza Cafe in Worthington! Whether

  16. The Columbus DispatchNov. 6

    Wolf's Den opens at Worthington Inn with craft cocktails

    The small craft-cocktail lounge with its own entrance and space in the historic Worthington Inn offers small plates and new twists on classic drinks.

  17. The Columbus DispatchNov. 6

    A look at the new Columbus restaurants and bars that opened in October

    Hot chicken, matcha, pizza and Indian options expanded for central Ohio diners during October 2026. Here are photos of some of the newest places.

  18. The Crescent-NewsNov. 6

    Ohio’s Top Cross Country Runners Set for State Championships

    OBETZ - The 2026 OHSAA Cross Country State Championships will bring together Ohio’s top runners and teams Saturday at Fortress Obetz, with competitors advancing through regional competition Oct. 31.

  19. 614NOWNov. 6

    After 13 years, restaurant chain closes Dublin eatery; One left in Central Ohio

    A restaurant chain has closed the doors of a Central Ohio restaurant, leaving just one location left in the Columbus area. According to the brand’s website, Moe’s Southwest Grill has closed the doors…

  20. NBC4 WCMH-TVNov. 6

    Golf club in Sunbury to close after more than three decades of business

    A golf club in Sunbury is preparing to permanently close after 37 years of business.

  21. 10TVNov. 6

    NC4K brunch event to make a difference for pediatric cancer patients

    Mandy Powell, executive director of NC4K, shares information about a brunch event making a difference for families facing a pediatric cancer diagnosis.

  22. Delaware GazetteNov. 6

    Commissioners meet at fairgrounds

    The Board of Commissioners of Delaware County met for a meeting at the Delaware County Fairgrounds, as it does annually, for its meeting on Sept. 21.

  23. Delaware GazetteNov. 6

    McKahan receives Quilt of Valor

    A Quilt of Valor was awarded to veteran Eugene McKahan on Sept. 24 in his Powell residence. The handmade quilt was presented by Grateful Quilters of Ohio (A Quilt of Valor group based in Mount Vernon) ...

  24. The Columbus DispatchNov. 6

    Powell starts land acquisition process for Scioto Street expansion project

    Powell is getting close to starting construction on its Scioto Street Extension project.

  25. The Columbus DispatchNov. 6

    Love an espresso martini? Dublin trail will highlight 23 of them

    The boozy, sweet, caffeinated cocktail is perfect for adding a jolt to the winter doldrums. Dublin bars and restaurants will offer 23 versions.

  26. The Columbus DispatchNov. 6

    Check out the drinks that await you on Dublin's Espresso Martini Trail

    Through February, Dublin is promoting 23 local bars and restaurants by showcasing their espresso martinis. It's an added jolt for a slow time of year.

  27. Cleveland.comNov. 6

    Fast-food giant rejects buyout offer

    The Dublin, Ohio-based fast-food chain says the $7.35 per share offer from Trian Fund Management substantially undervalues the company and its long-term earnings potential.

    Also reported byWOUB Public MediaNBC4 WCMH-TV

  28. Lancaster Eagle-GazetteNov. 5

    Bloom-Carroll rallies past Sheridan to punch ticket to Elite Eight

    Bloom Carroll volleyball rallied after losing the first set to defeat Sheridan and reach the regional final.

  29. WSYXNov. 5

    Overdose call leads to grisly second discovery: decomposing body found inside Ohio home

    Blendon Township Police investigating a suspected overdose made a second discovery inside a home Wednesday night: a second decomposing body.

  30. The Columbus DispatchNov. 5

    OHSAA field hockey state semifinal Columbus Academy vs Shaker Heights

    Columbus Academy battles Shaker Heights in OHSAA field hockey state semifinal at Thomas Worthington High School on Nov. 5.

  31. The Columbus DispatchNov. 5

    OHSAA field hockey state semifinal Upper Arlington vs Mount Notre Dame

    Upper Arlington battles Mount Notre Dame for the OHSAA field hockey state semifinal at Thomas Worthington High School on Nov. 5.

  32. 95.3 WKTNNov. 5

    Union County Crash Injures Three People this Morning

    The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a serious injury crash that occurred Thursday morning on State Route 31 within the intersection of Miller Road in Union County. The Ohio State Highway Patrol was notified of a two-vehicle injury crash involving a semi-tractor-trailer, and a passenger car. The preliminary investigation

    Also reported byPeak of Ohio

  33. The CW ColumbusNov. 5

    Police responding to overdose call find decomposing body inside home

    A call for help with an overdose led Blendon Township police to a second discovery inside a home on Claridon Road.Police say officers arrived shortly after 8 p.

  34. 614NOWNov. 5

    Land-Grant Brewing Company announces purchase of abruptly closed taproom

    Nocterra Brewing Company has a new owner—and a reopening date is finally on the horizon. Land-Grant Brewing Company has acquired the Nocterra brand and its Powell taproom, with plans to reopen the…

  35. WSYXNov. 5

    Boys Camp Benefit Auction & Dinner set for Nov. 6 at Freeman Schlabach Farm

    On Friday the 14th Annual Boys Camp Benefit Auction & Dinner will take place at Freeman Schlabach Farm in Plain City. The event raises funds for three wildernes

  36. The Columbus DispatchNov. 5

    Land-Grant Brewing buys Nocterra with plans to reopen Powell taproom

    "We aren't looking at this as replacing Nocterra," one of Land-Grant's founders said. But it plans to renovate the Powell taproom come January 2027.

  37. 614NOWNov. 5

    Wolf’s Ridge Brewing announces new cocktail lounge

    An historic Worthington building is introducing an elevated new space dedicated to the art of cocktails. Wolf’s Ridge Brewing will open the Wolf’s Den, a craft cocktail lounge tucked inside Wolf’s…

  38. 614NOWNov. 5

    International bakery chain opening new location in Central Ohio

    A popular international bakery chain is officially opening its newest Columbus-area location next week, and it’s celebrating with free treats for early birds. According to social media…

  39. The Columbus DispatchNov. 5

    Maison Skalli closes its Short North cafe after less than a year

    Maison Skalli remains open in Dublin. The Short North bakery is for sale.

  40. The CW ColumbusNov. 5

    Old Dublin Bookshop to open on South High Street next month with books, coffee

    A new independent bookstore is preparing to open in historic Dublin, bringing new books, a children’s section and coffee to South High Street.The Old Dublin Boo

In brief

The short notes of 5AM Delaware’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.

  • PowellPowell City Council has voted to start the land acquisition process for several downtown properties.

    Powell City Council has voted to start the land acquisition process for several downtown properties. It's for the first phase of the city's planned Scioto Street Extension project.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSource: The Columbus Dispatch

  • Quilt of ValorVeteran Eugene McKahan received a Quilt of Valor on Sept.

    Veteran Eugene McKahan received a Quilt of Valor on Sept. 24 at his Powell home. Grateful Quilters of Ohio, a Quilt of Valor group based in Mount Vernon, presented the handmade quilt.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSource: Delaware Gazette

  • Veterans DayPowell's annual Veterans Day ceremony is Tue., Nov.

    Powell's annual Veterans Day ceremony is Tue., Nov. 10, at 11 a.m. at the Greater Powell Veterans Memorial, 47 Hall Street.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSource: Facebook