America 250 Salem Ohio

08/28/2026

IT'S LIVE! 👟 Our America 250-Ohio 25-Mile Walking Challenge starts TODAY!

The America 250-Ohio 25-Mile Walking Challenge officially launched earlier today at the beautiful Salt Fork State Park — and you can start logging miles right now!

This challenge kicks off our September theme, Ohio Plays: Sports & Fitness, celebrating Ohio's passion for sports, wellness, and getting outside.

The Challenge: Walk a total of 25 miles anywhere in Ohio from TODAY through September 30th and earn your choice of an exclusive medal, challenge pin, or certificate of completion. 🇺🇸🥇

How to join:
1️⃣ Download the FREE Pacer app
2️⃣ Enter challenge code: AM250OH
3️⃣ Start walking!

Whether it's in your neighborhood, at your favorite state park, or your daily exercise with the pup, every step counts toward celebrating 250 years.

Who's ready to get moving with us? 🙌

🔗 Full details:
https://america250-ohio.org/walking-challenge/

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The Ohio Statehouse will commemorate the 25th anniversary of 9/11 with the annual flag display on the front lawn. There will be 2,977 flags as part of the display, representing the lives lost. You can view the display starting Wednesday, September 9. The flags will be removed Monday, September 14.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/events-planned-around-central-ohio-for-25th-anniversary-of-911/ar-AA29QtOj?ocid=BingNewsSerp