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Ohio’s largest painted flag unveiled in Greater Cincinnati after yearslong effort
WILMINGTON, Ohio (WKRC) – The largest painted flag in Ohio was officially unveiled on Monday in Wilmington, marking the culmination of years of work on a massive American flag painted on the Buckley Brothers grain silo.
Dozens of people gathered for the unveiling. Kyle Rudduck, who has pushed for the project since 2021, helped drive the effort after local artist James Quigley came up with the idea for a flag on the silo.
The largest painted flag in Ohio was officially unveiled on Monday in Wilmington, marking the culmination of years of work on a massive American flag painted on the Buckley Brothers grain silo. (WKRC)
“The community came out; looking out at all the people, I think, you know, it’s just such a reflection of what this community is and what it stands for. And I just couldn’t be more proud. Couldn’t be more happy for today,” Rudduck said.
Weather and winter delayed the project for a few months, but Rudduck said the timing was especially meaningful with the unveiling happening on Memorial Day and during the year of the 250th anniversary of the country’s founding.
“It’s better than I envisioned. Coming down Main Street, you have the historic Murphy Theater, you’ve got the historic General Denver, and then you can see the flag just continue to come into focus as you drive down Main Street,” Rudduck said.
Organizers also hope the flag will draw visitors from outside Wilmington and bring more people into the downtown area.
“Having this in our downtown area will become a great draw to attract people to come to our town and then to kind of show off what all we have to offer for eating and shopping in a theater,” said Trevor Shoemaker, executive director of Main Street Wilmington.
While it is the largest painted flag in Ohio, it is the second-largest vertically painted flag in the United States, according to organizers.
The largest painted flag in Ohio was officially unveiled on Monday in Wilmington, marking the culmination of years of work on a massive American flag painted on the Buckley Brothers grain silo. (WKRC)
“If you’re going to be second to something, the largest vertically painted flag is in Cape Canaveral, [Florida]. So, if you’ve got to be second to somebody, Cape Canaveral is not a bad one,” Rudduck said.
The flag is designed to be visible day and night, with lighting installed to illuminate it after dark.
The Wilmington painted flag measures 85 feet tall and 60 feet wide. The largest painted flag in the country, vertical or horizontal, is in Destin, Florida, and is nearly 600 feet wide and just shy of 300 feet tall.
Why artists are dropping out of the Great American State Fair
Musicians cancel appearances at the Great American State Fair after questions over Freedom 250 and claims the July Fourth event is nonpartisan.
As several states pull out of the Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C., questions are coming up closer to home — Is Ohio still participating?
Massachusetts and North Carolina won’t participate in the fair, according to USA TODAY. Reports also indicate that Connecticut, Illinois, Maine and Oregon are also expected to skip the event, with some states citing a combination of financial and political concerns as reasons for opting out.
Here’s what we know about Ohio’s role in the event so far.
Is Ohio skipping the 2026 Great American State Fair?
Ohio has confirmed its participation with a booth titled “Ohio: The Heart of it All,” which showcases state parks and childhood development. The governor’s office began the planning process for the booth in February, shortly after the Great American State Fair was announced, said Lisa Peterson director of communications in the governor’s office.
The Great American State Fair, organized by Freedom 250, is a 16-day exposition that will be displayed on the National Mall from June 25 to July 10.
Additionally, Ohio will host a stop from the “Freedom Truck,” a traveling exhibit tied to Freedom 250. The exhibit will appear at the Ohio State Fair in Columbus. Organizers describe the Freedom Truck as a mobile museum that visits existing fairs and community events, not a version of the Great American State Fair itself.
When does the ‘Freedom Truck’ stop in Ohio?
The Freedom Truck is scheduled to be at the Ohio State Fair from July 27 through Aug. 10, 2026 at the Ohio Expo Center in Columbus.
The exhibit includes interactive and historical exhibits about the founding of the United States, according to organizers.
The mobile museum will be open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, and from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekends, with the final day closing at 6 p.m.
What is the Great American State Fair?
The Great American State Fair is a 16-day event planned for June 25 through July 10 on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Organized by Freedom 250, the fair is part of a broader effort to mark the nation’s 250th anniversary with state exhibits, food, entertainment and cultural programming, according to USA TODAY.
President Donald Trump announced he will headline the Freedom 250‑organized Great American State Fair and hold an “America Is Back” rally, the publication reports.
America250 vs. Freedom 250: What’s the difference?
The Great American State Fair is part of Freedom 250, a Trump-backed initiative to celebrate the country’s 250th anniversary.
That effort is different from America250, the official, congressionally-authorized program coordinating nationwide commemorations. Meanwhile, America 250‑Ohio, the Ohio Commission for the U.S. Semiquincentennial, is the official state-level partner to the national America250 effort.
The Ohio Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at June 23, 2026, results for each game:
Mega Millions
Mega Millions drawings take place every week on Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m.
48-51-60-63-66, Mega Ball: 20
Check Mega Millions payouts and previous drawings here.
Pick 3
Drawings are held daily, seven days a week, at 12:29 p.m. and 7:29 p.m., except Saturday evening.
Midday: 8-8-0
Evening: 2-0-5
Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Pick 4
Drawings are held daily, seven days a week, at 12:29 p.m. and 7:29 p.m., except Saturday evening.
Midday: 7-2-9-0
Evening: 1-6-9-3
Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Pick 5
Drawings are held daily, seven days a week, at 12:29 p.m. and 7:29 p.m., except Saturday evening.
Midday: 2-9-2-5-7
Evening: 2-8-6-4-9
Check Pick 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Rolling Cash 5
Drawings are held daily, seven days a week, at approximately 7:05 p.m.
03-09-22-37-39
Check Rolling Cash 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
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