Appalachian Tourism Branding: Southern and Southeast Ohio just unveiled a unified regional tourism brand, “Ohio’s Rolling Hills,” built to boost visitor awareness and tourism-driven economic development across Appalachian counties. Theme Park Safety: Cedar Point (Sandusky) is at the center of a new controversy after Six Flags permanently banned an influencer for a dangerous chicken-nugget stunt on Millennium Force, reigniting debate over ride rules and loose items. Great Lakes Environment: A new report highlights how plastic pellets (“nurdles”) are showing up around Lake Erie as shipments move through the region, with storm drains carrying the mess into the water. Road Trip/Local Events: The National Road Yard Sale tradition is back, with the National Road and Zane Grey Museum in Muskingum County hosting shoppers along the U.S. 40 route. Ohio Travel Weather: Greater Cincinnati is set for a sunny weekend and a drier stretch into next week—good news for outdoor plans. Safety on the Roads: Multiple serious crashes are under investigation across Ohio, including a fatal Marion County three-vehicle crash on SR 309 and a serious two-vehicle crash near New Bremen.