🌱 Why Upper Arlington ranks as Ohio’s wealthiest neighborhood right now

Good morning Upper Arlington! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

• Why Upper Arlington ranks as Ohio’s wealthiest neighborhood right now
• See how Upper Arlington High School stacks up against Franklin County rivals
• How Upper Arlington’s state rep is pushing back on new voter ID rules

Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Friday: Sunshine; breezy, less humid, with a high of 86 and low of 61 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Saturday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 85, low: 66.
• Sunday: A stray t-storm; not as warm, with a high of 77 and low of 54 degrees.

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📰 News we're reading

• The 10 Richest Neighborhoods in Ohio, Where Luxury Living and High Incomes Go Hand in Hand (mebaneenterprise.com) — Upper Arlington tops a new list of Ohio’s richest neighborhoods, spotlighted for its high household incomes, historic homes, and strong public schools. The piece compares UA with other affluent suburbs like Dublin, New Albany, Bexley, and Indian Hill, emphasizing why its tree‑lined streets, parks, and proximity to Ohio State keep property values and demand so strong.
   

• The 10 Best High Schools in Franklin County, OH: Rankings and Performance (mebaneenterprise.com) — Upper Arlington families will be glad to see Upper Arlington High School ranked among the very best in Franklin County, with a 5‑star rating and nearly 99% graduation rate. The list compares UA to other top districts like Dublin, New Albany, Bexley, and Gahanna, highlighting test scores, AP options, and college‑prep strength for parents weighing school choices.
   

• Ohio lawmakers pass voter ID, Medicaid bills as data center measure stalls (toledoblade.com subscription) — New statewide rules on voter ID and Medicaid fraud are moving ahead in Columbus, and Upper Arlington’s own Rep. Allison Russo is a leading critic of the new mail-in photo ID requirements. She argues the plan lacks funding and clear guidance for exemptions, while Republican leaders tout it as a security boost. The package also includes tougher penalties and oversight aimed at cracking down on Medicaid fraud.
   

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📸 Around Upper Arlington

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Upper Arlington

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Saturday June 13

• Summer Reading Challenge
  Grandview Heights Public Library Grandview Heights -
• Dungeons & Dragons Club
  Grandview Heights Public Library Grandview Heights -
  1:00 pm

Sunday June 14

• Summer Reading Challenge
  Grandview Heights Public Library Grandview Heights -

Monday June 15

• Fathers Day Take-and-Make Craft
  Grandview Heights Public Library Grandview Heights -
• Story Time: Baby Games
  Grandview Heights Public Library Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
  10:00 am

Tuesday June 16

• Summer Reading Challenge
  Grandview Heights Public Library Grandview Heights -
• Fathers Day Take-and-Make Craft
  Grandview Heights Public Library Grandview Heights -
• Story Time: Tales for Toddlers
  Grandview Heights Public Library Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
  10:00 am

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📣 Upper Arlington Shout Outs!

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🗓 Events Nearby

Friday June 12

• Davidson Baseball →
  Davidson High School 5100 Davidson Road Hilliard, OH 43026
  8:00 am
• June Percussion Camp →
  Darby Creek Elementary 4200 Leppert Road Hilliard, OH 43026
  8:00 am
• Lunchtime Live! →
  Weaver Park, 4100 Columbia St, Hilliard
  11:30 am

Saturday June 13

• Summer Reading Challenge
  Grandview Heights Public Library Grandview Heights -

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🗞 Nearby News

Grandview Heights

• Ohio Public Safety Leadership Academy Class Graduation Set for Tomorrow (wktn.com)
• Northmor vs. Lake Center Christian in a State semi-final at 10:00am (wbco.com)
• Property values rising in Franklin County, but slower than 2023 spike (dispatch.com)

Hilliard

• Ohio Ag Council names Hall of Fame Inductees (farmanddairy.com)
• Westerville News Briefs - June 10, 2026 (thewestervillenews.com)
• Man, woman identified following apparent murder-suicide (dayton247now.com)

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Ok Upper Arlington! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Yammies! (Thank you Lynda S. for sending it in!)
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