A STORMY WEDNESDAY NIGHT

A line of strong storms that blew through central Ohio Wednesday night prompted tornado warnings in several counties including parts of Licking County. Thankfully, no significant damage or injuries were reported. American Electric Power is dealing with spotty power outages across the region.

SIDERS SR. FOUND UNFIT TO STAND TRIAL

The 73-year-old grandfather involved in the Vinton County child abuse case has been deemed mentally incompetent and unable to stand trial at this time. The judge in the case accepted an evaluation report that found Gary Siders, Sr. is incompetent and unable to assist his lawyers in the case. Siders along with three other family members is facing multiple charges in the abuse case involving 16 children.

WATER RESCUE

Thanks to the quick action of residents and first responders a toddler is recovering after being pulled from a retention pond in Canal Winchester. According to the Fairfield County Sheriff's Office, Wednesday around 8:00 a.m., deputies responded to the scene in the 7000 block of Connor Court and upon arrival found residents performing CPR on a 6-year-old boy. The child was transported to Nationwide Children's Hospital where he was last listed in stable condition.

VETERANS' PICNIC

The Licking County Veterans' Service Commission is hosting a free Veteran Appreciation Picnic Saturday, Sept. 12 from 11am-3pm at Velvet's Ye Olde Mill. Veterans and their immediate families can enjoy good food, fishing, games and of course delicious Velvet Ice Cream.

FAMILY FALL FESTIVAL

Learning 4 Life Farm is a seven acre farm in Johnstown that helps youth and young adults with autism and other neuro-divergent issues. Marketing/Outreach Coordinator Jessica Arvai says you can learn more about their mission by attending the upcoming Family Fall Festival.

Arvai said the Family Fall Festival will be held Sunday, Sept.13 from 12:00-4:00 p.m. For more information visit www.learning4lifefarm.org.

BUCKEYES VS LONGHORNS

Ohio State and Texas meet Saturday night in Austin.

Coach Ryan Day and the Buckeyes are No.1 in the Associated Press Top 25 poll. The Longhorns are No. 4. Kickoff Saturday is set for 7:30 pm.