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OhioHealth Grandview Yard Half & Quarter Marathon to Pass Through UA City archive Mon, Aug 17, 2026 OHIOHEALTH GRANDVIEW YARD HALF & QUARTER MARATHON A heads up that the OhioHealth Grandview Yard Half & Quarter Marathon will be taking to the streets on the morning of Sunday, August 23, with a significant portion of the half marathon passing through UA. To accommodate the run…

Notice of Mosquito Spraying City archive Fri, Aug 14, 2026 MOSQUITO CONTROL PROGRAM We have received notice from Franklin County Public Health of their plans to spray for mosquitoes for all areas north of McCoy Road during the evening/overnight hours of Monday, August 17. Spraying activities will begin at approximately 9 pm, weather…

August 11 Storm Response Updates City archive Wed, Aug 12, 2026 Updated: August 19 If you have an urgent emergency situation, call 9-1-1. For non-emergency issues, such as reporting non-hazardous tree damage blocking the roadway, call 614-459-2800. STORM DAMAGE CLEANUP Curbside Chipping Program Began Monday, August 17 Call 614-583-5340 if…

Parks & Rec Director Earns National Professional Honor City archive Mon, Aug 10, 2026 Upper Arlington Parks & Recreation Director Debbie McLaughlin has been selected as a member of the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration’s (AAPRA) 2026 Class of Fellows, recognizing her leadership and contributions to the parks and recreation profession. AAPRA…

STAY UA Online Support Hub City archive Fri, Aug 7, 2026 STAY UA SUPPORT HUB After consolidating several community-driven older adult programs under the City's STAY UA service umbrella early in 2026, the City is working to enhance existing programming, explore new service options, centralize and expand volunteer opportunities, and…

Won't You Be Our Neighbor Podcast City archive Fri, Aug 7, 2026 As students and teachers prepare to head back to the classroom, a new episode of Won't You Be Our Neighbor offers a behind-the-scenes look at how Upper Arlington Schools has been preparing for another successful school year. In the latest episode, City Manager Steve Schoeny and…

Temporary Parking Lot Closures Planned at Fancyburg and Thompson Parks City archive Fri, Aug 7, 2026 Visitors to Fancyburg Park and Thompson Park should plan for temporary parking lot closures during the week of August 10-14 as the City completes routine parking lot maintenance. The work includes asphalt patching, crack repair, sealcoating and restriping. Each parking lot is…

Temporary Parking Lot Closure City archive Thu, Aug 6, 2026 A temporary road closure will impact access through a portion of the Municipal Services Center, 3600 Tremont Road, parking lot on Monday, August 10, from approximately 10 am to 1 pm, while crews deliver a new building generator. During this time, the roadway along the south side…

Mosquito Spraying for UA South City archive Thu, Aug 6, 2026 MOSQUITO CONTROL We have been notified by Franklin County Health of plans to spray for mosquitoes during the evening/overnight hours of Monday, August 10 for all areas of UA south of Zollinger Road. The decision to spray is the result of mosquitoes testing positive for West Nile…

Free Showing of “What It Takes” Documentary City archive Wed, Aug 5, 2026 Thursday, August 20 Doors Open 6 pm | Screening Begins 6:30 pm Municipal Services Center, 3600 Tremont Road REGISTER FOR DOCUMENTARY SCREENING The City's Mayor's Court – which runs a Recovery Court designed to help individuals struggling with addiction – is excited to host a…

Help Make the 60th Labor Day Arts Festival a Success City archive Mon, Aug 3, 2026 The 60th annual Labor Day Arts Festival returns to Northam Park on Monday, September 7, and we're looking for volunteers to help make this milestone celebration a success. Each year, thousands of visitors gather to enjoy one of Upper Arlington's favorite traditions, featuring…

Northwest Boulevard Reconstruction Project Set to Begin City archive Fri, Jul 31, 2026 Construction on the Northwest Boulevard Reconstruction Project will begin Monday, August 3, as crews start rebuilding the roadway between Wilshire Drive and the Five Points intersection. The project includes full-depth roadway reconstruction, replacement of the curb and gutter…

UAPD Launches Flock Safety Transparency Portal City archive Thu, Jul 30, 2026 The Upper Arlington Police Division is committed to using technology responsibly while maintaining the trust of the community it serves. To provide residents with greater insight into one of the tools used to support public safety, the Division has launched a new Flock Camera…

U.S. 33 (Riverside Drive) Closure at Fishinger Road City archive Thu, Jul 30, 2026 ODOT U.S. 33 CULVERT REPLACEMENT The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) will be closing a small section of US 33 (Riverside Drive) to the immediate north of Fishinger Road beginning Monday, August 3, for a period of approximately 45 days. The closure will run from…

Sixth Annual Homes of History Month in UA City archive Wed, Jul 29, 2026 HOMES OF HISTORY 2026 The Upper Arlington Historical Society’s annual Homes of History Month is upon us. Throughout the month of August, watch for markers in the front yards of participating UA homes that are at least 100 years old as of 2026, and that have retained much or all…

New Evening Swim Hours Added for Back-to-School Pool Season City archive Tue, Jul 28, 2026 As summer winds down and the school year approaches, Upper Arlington Parks & Recreation is adjusting outdoor pool operations to provide more opportunities for residents to enjoy the water through Labor Day. The biggest change this year is the addition of weekday evening open…

UA Parks & Rec’s Fall Activity Guide City archive Mon, Jul 27, 2026 FALL ACTIVITY GUIDE Summer may be in full swing, but UA Parks & Rec is always planning ahead for the next season of activities. The Fall Activity Guide is out, and it’s packed with classes, programs, events and activities for all ages and interests. Some highlights that can be…

Won't You Be Our Neighbor Podcast City archive Fri, Jul 24, 2026 At 14 years old, Heidi Munc learned that one knock on a door could make a difference. Armed with a stack of campaign flyers, a young Heidi joined the effort to pass a school levy — motivated by a personal connection and a desire to help ensure her mother could keep her job. That…

Meet the People Behind the Badge at National Night Out City archive Thu, Jul 23, 2026 Get ready to climb aboard a fire truck, meet a police K-9, watch mounted patrol horses in action and enjoy an evening packed with hands-on activities at National Night Out, taking place Tuesday, August 4, from 6-8 pm at Northam Park. National Night Out is an annual event that…

Mosquito Spraying Scheduled for UA Central & South City archive Thu, Jul 23, 2026 MOQUITO CONTROL PROGRAM We have been notified by Franklin County Public Health of their plans to spray for mosquitoes for all areas of Upper Arlington south of McCoy Road. The decision to spray has been triggered by several traps testing positive for West Nile Virus. The…

Cycle UA Returns for 2026 City archive Wed, Jul 22, 2026 You are invited to join Parks & Recreation on Saturday, August 29 at 9:30 am for a family-friendly bike ride through Upper Arlington. Participants can choose to complete the ride alongside their neighbors and join in the finish line celebration featuring a NEW pancake breakfast…

Taste Your Way Through UA During Summer Restaurant Week City archive Mon, Jul 20, 2026 Get ready to eat your way through Upper Arlington! (614)’s Summer Restaurant Week is happening July 20–25, bringing delicious dining deals, special menus and the perfect opportunity to support local restaurants. More than 225 restaurants throughout Central Ohio are…

American Red Cross Blood Shortage City archive Mon, Jul 20, 2026 REGISTER TO GIVE BLOOD HERE The American Red Cross has declared an emergency blood shortage after the national blood supply fell by approximately 25% in June. This comes as the need for blood for trauma care traditionally increases during the summer months. The emergency blood…

UA Business Spotlight: Charritos Mexican Grill City archive Fri, Jul 17, 2026 For more than a decade, Charritos Mexican Grill has been serving authentic Mexican cuisine rooted in family tradition. Located at 4740 Reed Road, the family-owned and operated restaurant was founded by owner Eric Natividad and his family, inspired by the homemade meals prepared…

Outdoor Pools Closing Early Due to Air Quality City archive Fri, Jul 17, 2026 Due to current air quality conditions in the region, all Upper Arlington outdoor pools will close early on Friday, July 17, at 1:45 pm. The early closure applies to all outdoor pool facilities and activities scheduled after the closure time: Devon Pool Reed Road Water Park…

UA Master Plan Update: Parks & Recreation Comprehensive Plan Survey City archive Fri, Jul 17, 2026 Available July 17-August 7, 2026 TAKE THE PARKS & RECREATION SURVEY HERE UA’s summer survey season is here, and it starts with UA Parks & Rec! After achieving a majority of the goals from the 2018 Parks & Recreation Comprehensive Plan, it’s time to look to a new future of…

New Blue Envelope Program Supports Safer Traffic Stops for Residents with Communication Needs City archive Thu, Jul 16, 2026 A traffic stop can be stressful for anyone — and for individuals with developmental disabilities or conditions that affect communication — it can sometimes feel especially overwhelming. To help create safer and more comfortable interactions, the Upper Arlington Police Division…

Intersection Near Upper Arlington High School Becoming an All-Way Stop City archive Wed, Jul 15, 2026 Drivers will see a new traffic pattern at the intersection of Zollinger Road and North Star Road beginning Wednesday, August 5, when the intersection is converted to an all-way stop. Currently, only traffic on North Star Road is required to stop. As part of the change, new stop…

Fire Division Recognized for Providing Life-Saving Care City archive Wed, Jul 15, 2026 Several members of the Fire Division were recently recognized by OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital for their exceptional teamwork and rapid response during a life-threatening medical emergency earlier this year. In April 2026, UAFD personnel responded to a resident…

Arts on the Block Brings an Evening of Art, Music and Community to Kingsdale City archive Tue, Jul 14, 2026 Celebrate creativity, live music and community at the first ever Arts on the Block, a free, family-friendly event taking place Friday, July 24, from 6–9 pm at the Bob Crane Community Center. For one evening, the Bob Crane Community Center and surrounding outdoor spaces will…

UA Farmers Market in Full Swing City archive Mon, Jul 13, 2026 3-6 pm, Wednesdays Dorset Road by Tremont Center UPPER ARLINGTON FARMERS MARKET The peak growing season is rapidly approaching, so be sure to stop by the Upper Arlington Farmers Market on Wednesdays for the freshest, straight-from-the-farm produce. Upper Arlington’s Farmers…

Won't You Be Our Neighbor Podcast City archive Fri, Jul 10, 2026 What do National Lampoon's Vacation, Coal Miner's Daughter and Upper Arlington have in common? Actress Beverly D'Angelo. The acclaimed Hollywood actress, known for portraying Ellen Griswold in the beloved Vacation film series and for her Emmy Award-nominated performance as Patsy…

UA Police Accepting Applications for 2026 Citizen Police Academy City archive Fri, Jul 10, 2026 Application Deadline: August 1 CITIZEN POLICE ACADEMY APPLICATION There’s a lot more to community policing than meets the eye, and each fall, the Upper Arlington Police Division welcomes a select number of community members into the Citizen Police Academy program for a behind…

Bob Crane Community Center Indoor Pool Hours Adjusted for Lifeguard Training City archive Thu, Jul 9, 2026 The indoor pool at the Bob Crane Community Center will have an adjustment to its operating hours on Sunday, July 12, closing early at 4:45 pm to accommodate required monthly lifeguard training. The indoor pool is typically closed on the first Sunday of each month to allow…

Notice of Mosquito Spraying for Upper Arlington South City archive Thu, Jul 9, 2026 MOSQUITO CONTROL We have been advised by Franklin County Public Health of plans to spray for mosquitoes for all areas of UA south of Zollinger Road, on the evening/overnight hours of Monday, July 13. Spraying activities will begin at approximately 9 pm, weather permitting. The…

Readers Name UA Home to Central Ohio's Best Suburban Fourth of July Celebration City archive Wed, Jul 8, 2026 Upper Arlington has long been known for its Fourth of July traditions. Now, central Ohio has once again recognized what Upper Arlington residents have celebrated for generations. Readers of CityScene Magazine named Upper Arlington the Best Suburban Fourth of July Celebration in…

Solicitation Permits City archive Mon, Jul 6, 2026 COMMUNITY PERMITS Entities wishing to go door-to-door attempting to sell residents a good or service, or to solicit other donations must first secure a Solicitation Permit from the City. The following set of guidelines and requirements apply: Any organization wishing to go…

Fourth of July Holiday Hours City archive Fri, Jul 3, 2026 With the Fourth Weekend upon us, here are some useful reminders for City holiday hours, including various Parks & Rec facilities: Friday, July 3 City offices: CLOSED Northam Tennis and Pickleball Courts: Close at Noon Tremont Pool: Open Noon-9 pm Reed Road Water Park and Devon…

Notice of Mosquito Spraying for Upper Arlington Central City archive Thu, Jul 2, 2026 MOSQUITO CONTROL The City has been notified by Franklin County Public Health of their plans to spray for mosquitoes during the evening/overnight hours of Monday, July 6 (weather permitting) for all areas between Zollinger Road and McCoy Road. The decision to spray has been…

Celebrating Independence Day – UA Style! City archive Wed, Jul 1, 2026 Each year, the UA community enjoys an incredible Independence Day celebration, thanks to the hard work of the all-volunteer UA Civic Association (UACA). This is a special year for UACA, as they celebrate 100 years of hosting UA’s Independence Day Parade and festivities, and as…

Drone Flights Restricted During U.S. Senior Open and Fourth of July Events City archive Wed, Jul 1, 2026 With the U.S. Senior Open and Independence Day celebrations bringing thousands of people together across Upper Arlington this week, drone operators may be tempted to take advantage of the unique opportunity to capture some incredible aerial views. Before launching, there’s one…

Get Inside and Out of the Heat City archive Tue, Jun 30, 2026 READY.GOV EXTREME HEAT SAFETY RESOURCES Central Ohio is under an extreme heat advisory this week. To help you beat the heat, we’ve gathered some useful information to share with the community. Visit the Ready.gov website for a full list of safety tips, but here are some…

Fire Pit Safety Reminders City archive Mon, Jun 29, 2026 Fire pits can create a welcoming gathering space on cool evenings, but it is important to follow local ordinances and best practices to protect your home, neighbors, and community. Required Safety Guidelines Burn only seasoned firewood. Do not burn sticks, leaves, yard waste, or…

July 1 UA Farmers Market Canceled Due to Heat City archive Mon, Jun 29, 2026 UPPER ARLINGTON FARMERS MARKET With the weather forecast predicting a heat index in excess of 105 degrees on Wednesday, the Farmers Market has been canceled this week. We hope to see you July 8 for business as usual.

Second City Utility Invoice for 2026 Heading to UA Households City archive Fri, Jun 26, 2026 SEMI-ANNUAL UTILITY BILL The second of two semi-annual utility invoices from the City for 2026 will be mailed to UA households soon. These invoices include the Solid Waste Fee, the Stormwater Utility Fee, and in some cases, a Neighborhood Utility Lighting Fee. Click the link for…

U.S. Senior Open Makes a Welcome Return to Upper Arlington City archive Thu, Jun 25, 2026 Thursday, July 2-Sunday, July 5 Scioto Country Club U.S. SENIOR OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP Golf fever is returning to UA next week, as the 46th U.S. Senior Open Championship kicks off at the Scioto Country Club. This marks the third time this exciting championship has been hosted in…

Fireworks Safety Reminders City archive Wed, Jun 24, 2026 Unfortunately, the week surrounding the Fourth of July is fraught with danger. Annually, thousands of people are injured, and several people are killed due to fireworks in that time-period. Thousands of fires are ignited, causing millions of dollars of property loss. 99% of the…

UA Business Spotlight: Fabtique City archive Tue, Jun 23, 2026 Finding clothes that fit your lifestyle, personality and everyday routine can sometimes feel overwhelming. At Fabtique, the goal is to make getting dressed easier—and a lot more fun. Located at the Shops on Lane Avenue, Fabtique was founded in 2016 by longtime friends Amber…