Lightning Strikes Ohio Prison | Columbus News

Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 19, 2026 · 1m

Lightning struck the Ohio State Reformatory during a brutal August storm, narrowly missing disaster thanks to quick-thinking staff who rescued inmates. Meanwhile, severe weather flooded neighborhoods like German Village, prompting Governor DeWine’s comments on the storm’s impact. Behind the scenes, courthouse renovation plans in Columbus face pushback that could delay construction. And don’t forget—Ohio’s clocks fall back in November, giving you that precious extra hour of sleep before the year ends. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn…