The National Weather Service determined an EF-1 tornado touched down on the south side of Columbus Tuesday. The BBB is warning people of contractor scams that often follow natural disasters. Most students are back in class this week or next and the Franklin County Sheriff's Office has some warnings. Columbus Food Truck Festival, Women and Girls Fest, and the Reynoldsburg Tomato Festival. It's a busy weekend!
(1:50-7:28) EF-1 Tornado Confirmed in Columbus
Meteorologist Justin Gehrts breaks down the new information we've received on Tuesday's storms. Illinois and Indiana are also dealing with intense flooding from this week's storm systems.
(7:29-12:24) BBB Warns of Contractor Scams
A tale as old as time. As soon as a natural disaster happens, scammers move in hoping to prey on people's vulnerability. Judy Dollison with the Better Business Bureau of Central Ohio talks about protecting yourself and your money from people who don't have your best interest in mind.
(12:54-16:33) 97.1 The Fan's Tyvis Powell
The Browns and Bengals are gearing up for pre-season play. OSU is working on getting its defense shaped up ahead of the beginning of the season next month.
(16:48-26:49) Back-to-School and DUI Checkpoints with FCSO
Back to school is an important time to pay attention on the roads. Franklin County Sheriff's deputies will be out looking for drivers not obeying the laws around school zones and school buses. Franklin County Chief Deputy Jim Gilbert joins Bryn and Collin to talk about Friday night's DUI checkpoint and how effective the stops are.
(27:19-34.35) Columbus Women & Girls Fest
A festival that's open to everyone of all ages, but focuses on uplifting and supporting women and girls all across the Columbus Community. Organizers join the conversation to explain what's new for year nine.
(34:50-41:19) Brandon Willis Scholarship Fund
Brandon Willis, of New Albany, was killed in Wisconsin in 2022. He had a passion for animals and adventure. His parents have turned their hurt into a mission to keep his legacy alive through the Brandon Willis Scholarship. The scholarship sends a local student to South Africa to share his passion. The money for the scholarship comes through the help of an annual fundraiser that's Sunday. More information is available at 10tv.com/featuredlinks.