Little League World Series: Ohio’s West Side fell to Nevada 12-2 in the U.S. championship, ending a five-game run; Nevada heads to the title game vs. Curaçao, while Ohio plays Japan in the 10 a.m. consolation third-place game. College Football (Week 0): Memphis opens its season at UNLV in a national FOX matchup, with UNLV favored around a field goal as bettors chase promos and early-season storylines. Theater (Southwest Ohio): August picks include Heathers: The Musical and other touring productions, with local community-theater highlights drawing summer crowds. Local Sports Crime: Glenville High football players are accused of stealing $4,550+ from Dick’s Sporting Goods in Grove City; some items reportedly returned. Politics + Tech Backlash: Data centers are fueling election-year anger over power bills and noise, with Ohio and other states seeing candidates target Big Tech. Arts/TV: Hal Williams’ legacy is celebrated in a roundup of his best TV roles after his July 2026 death. Community/Business: Sweet T’s Cafe in Perry Township plans to reopen after a vehicle crash damaged the front of the building.