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Ohio’s Official and Unofficial State Foods

Every state is famous for certain foods and beverages, just like they have state animals, state flowers and state birds. It isn’t commonly thought of, so finding the information was time consuming, but the foods Ohio is famous for may surprise people.

In Reynoldsburg, Ohio Paragon tomatoes were ultimately developed (invented) by A. W. Livingston and used by the local populations in colonial Ohio.

Since tomatoes were so common and grew so well in Ohio’s climate and landscapes it made sense that their state drink would be tomato juice. Tomato juice is delicious, especially when mixed with the juices of other fruits or vegetables, like apple or carrot juices.

Ohio is the Place for Corn and Soy Beans, but not Officially

The top producing crops in Ohio are corn and soy beans, although Ohio is the number two egg producer and number one Swiss Cheese producer in the US. Tomatoes are actually the number three product of Ohio. Averaging 186 acres per farm, the state has over 80,000 farms to produce food.

Cincinnati has long been known as “Porkopolis” because of its high number of pig farms and pork packing plants, but it wasn‘t really officially named by law for the food, like tomato juice. Another food that’s associated with Ohio is the Shaker Lemon Pie. The Shakers and the Amish settled many parts around Canton, Ohio.

Ohio’s official state tree (written into law) is the Buckeye, although there is no official food product made from Buckeyes. There is a Buckeye candy, but it has no relation to the tree except for appearance of the Buckeye.

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Ohio Becomes a State at Last

Though the official date of Ohio’s statehood is March 1, 1803 it is an interesting story as to how Ohio wasn’t “officially” a state until a mistake was discovered and corrected in 1953. Jefferson was president on February 19, 1803 when Congress approved Ohio’s constitution and boundaries, but failed to pass a resolution that would formally admit Ohio into the Union as the 17^th state. This was in part due to the fact that Congress hadn’t started the practice of declaring the official statehood of a state until 1812 when Louisiana was accepted into the union as the 18^th state. In truth a formal resolution admitting Ohio into the United States wasn’t necessary, but still being seen as an oversight George H. Bender recognized the situation and introduced a bill to Congress requesting that Ohio be admitted into the Union and making the resolution retroactive to march 1, 1803. The Ohio state legislature held a special session at the old state capital located in Chillicothe. There they approved the petition for statehood and then had it delivered to Washington, D.C. by horseback. It was on Ohio’s 150^th anniversary as a state that on August 7, 1953 then President Eisenhower signed Ohio into the United States declaring that March 1, 1803 was the official date of Ohio’s admittance into the Union.

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Ohio Economy

When it comes to Ohio’s economic interest it has always been able to show itself strong. It has won awards from various magazines for its business growth and constant business development. It has boasted a high gross domestic product ($466 billion in 2007) consistently falling within the top 10 states in the union.

In 2009 The Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council ranked Ohio in the 10^th position due to its business friendly tax policies including capital gains rate and corporate tax policies. It has also been highly ranked for having an excellent business climate as well as litigation climate. It was ranked number 8 for its regulatory environment by Forbes in 2009

Ohio also boasts 5 of the top 115 colleges from the United States as stated in U.S. News and World Report for 2010.

In 2007 Ohio experienced an increase in personal income of 4.7%, while its median household income stood at $46,650. It also expects to grow its employment base 5% by 2016 meaning 290,700 jobs will be added to the workforce by that time.

18.3% of Ohio’s GDP comes from the state’s manufacturing and financial sectors. These areas are the state’s biggest industries when taken as a percentage of its GDP. Ohio is also the lead state in the nation for “green” economy practices. The state is also the national leader for producing rubber, electrical equipment, plastics , appliances and fabricated metals.

19.4% of Ohio’s workforce is in the trade, utilities and transportation sectors: the largest section of employment. 15.8% are employed in the education and health care sector followed by the government which employs 15.1% of the workforce and then comes manufacturing at 12.9%. The last sector is made up of professionals and technical services at 12.2%

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Ohio’s Tornado History

Ohio experiences all kinds of weather conditions, some fair and some frightening. Though not the only state to experience the thrill of killer tornadoes, Ohio has certainly has had a history with them that would blow you away.

In 1965 on Palm Sunday 37 tornadoes blew a path through Ohio, Indian and Michigan. It took the lives of 256 people. For Ohio which lost 55 people, it was the second deadliest tornado event in Ohio history. The Lorain Tornado outbreak in 1924 was the only one to surpass it. Only one tornado set down on April 11^th and was the only one to pass through a major metropolitan area as it skirted along the edge of Toledo. This F-4 tornado leveled homes and scattered debris for hundreds of yards.

April 3^rd and 4^th of 1974 saw 148 tornadoes that ripped across 13 states, topping the Palm Sunday break out in 1965. It was a super outbreak of tornadoes that killed 315 people and injured more than 6000 others. Ohio experienced 12 of those tornadoes that took the lives of 36 people.

The tornado that set down nine miles southwest of Xenia tore 32 miles through Xenia and Wilberforce and on into Clark county. It took 32 lives. Green Memorial Hospital treated more than 1300 people for injuries due to that tornado.

By May 31, 1985 another rash of tornadoes, 41 of them, 14 of which were killer tornadoes, ripped through northeastern Ohio, southern Ontario and across Pennsylvania. The region was not prepared for this calamity having never experienced such a large outbreak of tornadoes before. Trumbull County suffered the most with the loss of 11 people. This was the worst outbreak of tornadoes since the Xenia Tornado back in 1974. The worst tornado was the one that hit Portage County and cut 47 miles through the county to Newton Falls and Hubbard before moving on to Pennsylvania. It was the only F-5 tornado of 1985 and by far the deadliest tornado in to hit Ohio in more than a decade.

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The land, people and culture of buckeye state

The state Ohio or the buckeye state as it is called has a only one of its kind culture and land. People living in Ohio are well versed with the culture of their land. The events and entertainment are well spread across the length and breadth of the state of Ohio. Different sports are practiced in Ohio. The availability of mountainous regions and rivers provides opportunities to practice many sporting activities. The outdoor activities that are practiced are varied. People usually carry out many adventurous sports in the mountains. Water sports too are carried out in large numbers. Except water and mountainous sporting activities people love photography, horse riding, hunting and many other recreational activities. Ohio news is famous all from corner to corner the America. People of America love to listen to Ohio news due to popularity of the land and its residents. Various events occur in different parts and regions of Ohio given rise to the entertainment factor as well as add to the amusing culture of the land. Different sports are played passionately by the Ohioans. The weather remains moderate all over the year. The state of Ohio at times is known for its well spread crime. Property and individual crime is spread all over the state. Rising crime has become a serious matter of concern for the people as well the government of Ohio. Ohio news carries all the details about crime in the state as well as measures taken by the government to curb it. The buckeye state has got some of the famous places which attract tourists from all over the world. Ohio is full of adventurous places, amusing cultural activities and friendly people that truly make this place a tourist paradise.

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Exploring the Ohioan state

Ohio which lies in the eastern north central of America is the 7 largest state of America in terms of population. This Ohioan state has various things of interest that can be explored. The basic area of interest lies in outdoors and adventure, arts and entertainment, historical places, and the lodging and dining places all across Ohio. The flow of news is well spread across length and breath of this state. Crime is a thing which due high rise has become a serious matter of concern. The mountains and rivers offer people different outdoor activities. Different sporting activities are carried out by the Ohioans. Hiking, camping, rock climbing, photography, horse riding, and fishing are very famous here. The arts and entertainment forms the base of the Ohio travel. Festivities and celebrations are common and celebrated all through out the year. Events of art and culture are full of festivity and fun. Hocking hills is a place which has historical importance attached to it. It is a huge tourist attraction for people all over the world. River Erie is yet another place which can be explored. People visit this place in large numbers. The sunbath costal plain gives a mesmerizing view to the people. The entire ambience around river Erie is astonishing and breathtaking. People visiting Ohio can explore various aspects of the Ohio travel. The Sports and entertainment of Ohio surpasses any other state of America. The country side visit is quite peaceful and mesmerizing whereas visit to metropolitan areas provide fast pace to the Ohio getaway. Nightlife can be enjoyed the best in Ohio. The sports, news, crime, and different events across Ohio truly add to the entertainment factor of Ohioans and can best be explored at ease.

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Ohio- the land of variation

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Ohio the 7^th most populated state of America can truly be termed as land of variations. Be it land, transport, climate or the people every thing is unique in itself and quite different from other states of America. Like other places the flow of news in Ohio is good and lucid. The spread of media channels and news agencies easily serve the information hungry people of Ohio. The geographical location of Ohio is such that it has made it a tourist attraction all over the world. The news about the development of the region and the unemployment are on rise. Government of Ohio is taking measures to overcome the entire drawback which are affecting the people of Ohio in some way or the other. The rising crime in the state is a serious matter of concern. The property crime has been in news some time back. Measures had been taken to reduce crime which concerns humans directly. The entertainment is a factor which keeps the people of Ohio all geared up. People visiting the state can get a taste of some real entertainment thing. The night life of this place is very popular. There are various entertainment venues such as the amusement parks, clubs and other places which serve the entertainment of the people well. Next to these things there are various festivals that are celebrated all across the state of Ohio. These festivals basically include sporting events and other annual and cultural events that are celebrated all across Ohio. The art and culture and events are well developed in the state which always makes news in this place. The countryside areas, districts and villages have a peaceful ambience that is a huge tourist attraction. Sports, entertainment and crime are the few things which make this land of variation distinct from other places all across America.

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The varying weather conditions in Ohio

Weather of Ohio is a thing which for ever and a day remains in news for some reason or the other. People of this American state are quite skeptical about the weather conditions of their land. The land of Ohio has humid continental type of climate. The cities and towns of this state experience varying weather conditions which does not remains constant al the time. The summers are usually hot and humid while the winters remain quite cold. The monsoon is accompanied by heavy rains all across the state. The costal regions across river Erie experience lake effect snow storm very often. People visiting Ohio should be aware of this weather condition across the state. The entertainment at Ohio gets less affected by such weather conditions. The cultural events at times are rescheduled due to varying weather conditions. Sports adds to the entertainment of the people of Ohio at times gets severely affected due to the weather conditions. People always watch news on weather report to keep themselves updated of the weather conditions. Natural calamities act as nightmare for people of Ohio. Earthquakes are feared the most in Ohio. People of Ohio had faced more than 30 earthquakes in the past 8 years. Floods too are quite common during monsoons and unseasoned rains. Tourists planning to visit Ohio must keep an eye on the weather conditions before visiting. Travel kits should be prepared well ahead of time. Entertainment and sports keeps changing with change in weather conditions. During the months of June, July as well as august temperature touches the notch of 70-degrees. October is perhaps the best month for visiting Ohio as it remains cool and pleasant. At night temperatures usually drops quite a lot. People visiting Ohio must prepare themselves according to the weather temperatures pertaining for the duration of any particular month. It is good to carry proper attire to enjoy the vacations at Ohio.

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Adventure never ends in Ohio

Ohio is a state that lies in the heart of America and is a tourist attraction all over the world. Adventure never ends in the land of Ohio. From breathtaking view of mountains to the calm and serenity of lakes one get to see a lot more from what they in point of fact expect. Tourists visit Ohio in large numbers all over the year. The charm and charisma of this beautiful land is truly amazing. Fun and travel never ends in this land of adventure. From foot hills of mountains to the sun soaking coastal lands around Erie river people get to taste the true adventurous sprit in this state. Ohio getaway is always accompanied with the entertainment of various sorts. Different festivals are celebrated all over the year. The art and culture of this beautiful land is what attracts tourists from different parts of the world. The amazing nightlife of Ohio is full of fun and thrill. There are different night clubs and places where one can taste the sprit and fun of nightlife in this state. Weather acts as a great backup of the Ohio getaway. The weather remains moderate all over the year making it a tourist paradise. The temperature during summer and winters remain moderate. Erie River is a place where one can try out different water sporting activities. Water activities are quite common here and are practiced in large numbers. Sporting events all across Ohio makes the state full of vibrancy and color. Events related to art as well as culture are very common. The mountainous region also acts a place of trying out adventurous activities to people of Ohio. Different adventurous activities can be practiced and can be pursued whenever one wants. It is thus correctly said that the travel, entertainment, weather, different events, sports, culture all acts as the things due to which adventure never ends in this amazing place.

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Finding History: The National Afro-American Museum & Cultural Center

Stepping back into Ohio’s history is easily done when you visit the National Afro-American Museum and Cultural Center located in Dayton, Ohio. The museum offers a broad range of programming for both adults and children that brings to life the fascinating story of African Americans in the state. There are museums displays that take you from the early days when African-Americans first entered the state into the 20th century and beyond through the turbulent years of the Civil Rights Movement.

For example, the display titled “From Victory to Freedom: Afro-American Life in the Fifties,” takes you through the period from 1945 to 1965. Starting with the end of the war, you will take a walk through this time by looking at actual items from the period, photos and three-dimensional settings. This includes a fifties barbershop and the interior of a church. The scenery comes to life with recordings of music and the voices of those who lived through this period. You can also get an inside look at African-Americans’ contribution to the history of music by watching a short film titled “Music As a Metaphor.”

The museum is also home to traveling and temporary exhibitions that feature a singular topic. Teachers can also bring their classes to the museum to take part in various educational programs. Presented by the museum staff, these programs take children into their state’s history by presenting it on a level that they can understand. Programs are geared for different age groups. Schools can contact the museum for further information and to schedule a class visit.

The National Afro-American Museum and Cultural Center is a destination that should be high on your list the next time you visit Ohio. It will change how you see the state’s history and provides education to the general public through enjoyable and engaging presentations. They also help to keep the contributions of African-Americans to the state from being forgotten.

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