NBA & DEI Milestone: Springfield, Ohio native Maurice A. Stinnett became the first Black man named VP of diversity and inclusion for an NBA team, adding to a small set of team-level DEI leadership roles held by Black women. Education & Enrollment: Ohio districts continue to see dips in student counts, with Crawford County ninth grade down to 403 and Lawrence County fourth grade down to 592, alongside broader statewide enrollment declines and lingering pandemic learning gaps. Politics & Community Backlash: The New York Times points to rising Ohio frustration over data centers, costs, and local change—while Sen. Bernie Moreno warns energy strain could shape the midterms. Local Culture & Care: EnergizeCare’s dementia respite “Memory Discos” and Lisa’s Place adult day center expansion highlight community-first support in the Columbus area. Faith & Safety: A mosque in west Cincinnati was attacked for the third time, with members saying police follow-through has been lacking. Sports & Identity: Lancaster volleyball welcomes a new “no nonsense” coach, and Lima’s Love Conquers All Reggae Fest returns to bring family-friendly unity through music. Food & Lifestyle: Cottage cheese is having a comeback, with Cleveland Clinic dietitian Julia Zumpano citing its protein and nutrient value.**