If you’re wondering what that hairstyle looks like, you’ll have a chance to see it for yourself on April 8. There will be a total, once-in-a-lifetime solar eclipse that crosses over the entirety of North America.
For Ohio, the eclipse’s path will cross the state from the southwest to the northeast, marking the first time the state gets to experience the planetary phenomenon in over 200 years.
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Schools across central Ohio are already announcing they won’t have classes.
Campers are getting curious and state parks are pulling out all the stops as they prepare for the onslaught of curious onlookers for the special celestial event.
When is the next solar eclipse?
The total eclipse will pass over Ohio at 3:08 p.m. EDT and end at around 3:19 p.m.
Where is it best to see the solar eclipse 2024?
The entire event should last about three minutes and 40 seconds for parts of the path, and will pass through cities such as Toledo, Bowling Green, Lima, Mansfield, Akron, Cleveland, Springfield and Dayton.
Columbus might not be in the direct or even indirect path, but getting a good vantage is only a short trip north. But if you aren’t preparing, you might be too late. Thousands of people, including some from out of state, will be outside with their special glasses to witness it.
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Texas and Arkansas are considered the prime states for eclipse viewing, as it looks like there will be clear skies, according to the Farmer’s Almanac.
What’s the Ohio weather going to be during the eclipse?
If you’ve lived in Ohio, then you’re no stranger to having your stargazing adventure or special celestial event spoiled by overcast skies and bad weather.
However, if you live in the Ohio valley and the Farmer’s Almanac is to be believed, there is the possibility of clouds and rain. For most of the remainder of the country, there will be dry and clear conditions, making for prime eclipse viewing.
According to 10-year data on the National Weather Service website, the minimum and maximum temperatures in Columbus for this date have varied since 2014.
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The average maximum temperature for this date is 60.6 degrees, while the average minimum temperature for this date is 42.2 degrees. Since 2014, there was never more than an inch of rain, with the highest being 0.6 inches in 2020.
Former Ohio State defensive back Marshon Lattimore was arrested on Jan. 7 in Lakewood, Ohio, and now awaits possible charges of carrying a concealed weapon and improperly handling firearms in a vehicle, according to multiple reports.
Lattimore, currently on the Washington Commanders, was booked into jail but later released. The police report lists a 9mm Glock as evidence, per ESPN.
Police say Lattimore was arrested because he failed to inform the investigating officer that he had a firearm in the vehicle when asked.
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In a statement to 3News, the Commanders said, “We have been made aware of the arrest and are gathering more information. We have informed the NFL League office and have no further comment at this time.”
Lattimore played for the Buckeyes in 2015 and 2016. He was selected with the No. 11 overall pick in the 2017 NFL Draft by the New Orleans Saints. He has made the Pro Bowl four times and was NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2017.
In 2021, Lattimore was arrested in Cleveland and initially charged with a felony for receiving a stolen firearm. The charge was dismissed, but Lattimore pleaded guilty to carrying a concealed weapon. He received one year of probation and a suspended 180-day jail sentence, according to ESPN.
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The conversation around Ohio State football’s championship aspirations often centers on offensive firepower, but a sophomore cornerback might play an important role in helping the Buckeyes accomplish their goals next season.
Devin Sanchez arrived in Columbus as the nation’s top cornerback recruit, and after a freshman season where he earned meaningful snaps in critical moments, the expectations have escalated.
No longer is it enough for Sanchez to be a reliable contributor. He must take a step toward becoming a true lockdown corner who can eliminate one side of the field.
“Is Devin Sanchez ready to be the dude because he’s going to have to be,” co-host Stefan Krajisnik said on Buckeye Talk. “I don’t mean is he ready to be a reliable starter — I mean it’s time… to be a dude. I don’t think it’s putting unrealistic expectations on a guy like Devin Sanchez to be an All-Big Ten first team caliber-type guy.”
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The coaching staff has demonstrated their belief in Sanchez’s potential by giving him high-leverage opportunities against elite competition as a true freshman. Against Texas last season, while other freshmen barely saw the field, Sanchez was trusted in critical moments – a telling sign of the program’s expectations.
Next season’s rematch with Texas will provide an opportunity to see how much progress Sanchez has made since the last time he faced the Longhorns.
As co-host Andrew Gillis put it, “Is he ready to announce himself to the world as lock down?”
The transformation starts now. Co-host Stephen Means made it clear that spring practice represents a crucial development period.
“We should be walking away from spring practice thinking that’s the best cornerback in the Big Ten and his only competition is (Oregon’s) Brandon Finney,” Means said. “That should be the goal for Devin.”
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What makes Sanchez’s development so critical is how it affects the entire defensive structure. If he can become that elite cornerback who eliminates one side of the field, it changes what Ohio State can do with their other 10 defenders. It allows for more aggressive pressure packages, more safety help to other areas, and ultimately, a more disruptive defense.
For Ohio State fans, Sanchez’s development represents one of the most fascinating storylines to follow this offseason. His progression from promising freshman to elite sophomore could be the difference between a playoff appearance and a national championship.
One of Ohio State’s true freshmen along the offensive line is set to enter the portal, as Tyler Bowen is set to enter his second season as line coach.Getty Images
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State freshman offensive lineman Jayvon McFadden is set to enter the transfer portal, per a report on Wednesday afternoon.
He was a member of the 2025 recruiting class as a four-star recruit and the No. 391 overall prospect in the 247Sports composite. McFadden appeared in one game for Ohio State this season, and played 15 snaps.
The Buckeyes now have just two members of the OL class in 2025 left — offensive tackle Carter Lowe and interior lineman Jake Cook.
Ohio State was unlikely to have McFadden enter the two-deep in the 2026 season, considering what talent the team is expected to have come back to the roster.
A wild transfer portal continues to march on for Ohio State.
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Andrew Gillis covers Ohio State football and recruiting for Cleveland.com. He provides updates on Ohio State football as a whole, its prospects and the Buckeyes each week. He previously covered the Bengals for…
