Columbus, OH — January 28, 2026 — Local News Update

Columbus Airports Achieve Record Passenger Numbers in 2025

Columbus airports have set a new annual passenger record, serving nearly 9.4 million travelers in 2025. This growth is attributed to the addition of more flights, meeting increasing travel demand. The proactive strategy of demonstrating demand to airlines has been effective in guiding new flight routes. Looking ahead, the planned new terminal at John Glenn International Airport is on schedule for a 2029 opening, which is expected to further expand capacity and support continued growth in passenger numbers.

Columbus Man Wins $100K Lottery Prize

A Columbus man experienced an unforgettable Christmas morning when a scratch-off lottery ticket revealed a $100,000 top prize. The ticket, a Holiday Lucky Times 10, was part of a family tradition where his father buys Ohio Lottery scratch-offs for the family each year. After scratching off ten matching numbers, the man realized he had won the game’s top prize. After mandatory state and federal taxes of 26.75%, he will receive $73,250.

PUCO Public Hearing in Columbus Rescheduled Due to Weather

The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) announced that a public hearing scheduled for January 27, 2026, in Columbus regarding Aqua Ohio’s water and wastewater rate increase has been canceled and will be rescheduled. An announcement about the new date will be made later. A hearing in Marion on January 28, 2026, and a virtual hearing on January 29, 2026, remain unchanged. Individuals who wish to testify can do so at the virtual public hearing accessible via the PUCO website.

Why it matters locally

These developments impact Columbus residents by highlighting growth in local infrastructure, unexpected financial gains, and changes in public utility proceedings.

Sources

• Columbus airports set new passenger record in 2025
• Dad’s gift leads to $100K lottery shock in Columbus
• PUCO public hearing on Jan. 27 in Columbus cancelled, to be rescheduled