11 Quirky Facts About Ohio That Sound Made Up, But Are 100% Accurate
By Sarah McCosham|Updated on April 09, 2024(Originally published February 08, 2023)
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Sarah McCosham
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I write like it's my job - because it is! I have a Master's in English and love words: crossword puzzles, Scrabble games, Wordle, and, of course, good, old-fashioned books.
I'm a writer and editor at OnlyInYourState, and a contributing writer at Cincinnati Magazine. I love the Great Outdoors and am endlessly awestruck by this beautiful country of ours. Coffee keeps me going, yoga keeps me sane, my kids keep me grounded, and my writing keeps me inspired.
You know the saying that truth is stranger than fiction? Well, that’s definitely the case in Ohio. The Buckeye State has a fascinating history that, at times, seems too fantastic to be true. Don’t believe us? Here are 11 interesting facts about Ohio they probably didn’t teach you in school…
Did you know these quirky facts about Ohio? Any other weird-but-true Ohio facts you’d add to the list? Share them with us in the comments below! We’re always looking to bone up on our Ohio history. And don’t forget to show your state pride with this unique apparel from Wear Your Roots.
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