I just arrived yesterday and am having a blast with my brother and sister-in-law. I thought I would provide some fun facts about Ohio for your viewing pleasure!
–The first ambulance service was established in Cincinnati in 1865.
–“Hang On Sloopy” is the official state rock song.
–Akron was the first city to use police cars.
–Cleveland is home to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
–The Pro Football Hall of Fame is located in Canton.
–Seven United States presidents were born in Ohio. They are: Ulysses S. Grant, Rutherford B. Hayes, James A. Garfield, Benjamin Harrison, William McKinley, William H. Taft, and Warren G. Harding.
–Some well-known personalities were born in Ohio. Among them Steven Spielberg, Paul Newman, Annie Oakley, Arsenio Hall and Clark Gable.
–Cleveland became the world’s first city to be lighted electrically in 1879.
–Charles Goodyear of Akron developed the process of vulcanizing rubber in 1839.
Lauren says
I know this is way old, but I was going through my friends blog and ran across her blog about your blog. I’m glad you enjoyed Ohio thoughhh. I have lived here my entire life, lol!
Beth's Blog says
Yeah Ohio !!!!!!!!!
We live around Dayton now, but we are from a small town called Coshocton ๐
jenner lyn loren says
I live in Akron, Ohio & only knew half of them fun facts up there. And the pictures are amazing. Hope you’re enjoying your time here in Ohio! xoxo
monty says
Awesome post Kori. Hope you continue to have a good time there.
Lisa@Pickles and Cheese says
CLEVELAND ROCKS! We lived in the Cleveland area for 5 years when our daughter and son were very little. We loved it there. Have a great time!
Marilyn says
What a great post!!
…also….. A friend of mine of 30+ years lives in Parma!! LOL!!
Have a Great Time!!
Love,
Marilyn