Lieutenant Branden Staiger of the Upper Arlington Police Division has joined an elite group of law enforcement professionals after successfully completing the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia. Lt. Staiger was among 257 officers from across the United States and 27 countries who graduated as part of the 292nd session. The FBI National Academy is internationally recognized for its rigorous…
The holiday season is upon us, and neighborhoods across Upper Arlington are lighting up with festive cheer! The City of Upper Arlington is excited to announce Light Up Arlington, a fun, community-driven way to celebrate the season. This initiative features a digital map highlighting homes with dazzling light displays and holiday decorations, giving residents a chance to share their creativity…
For 47 years, the Firefighters 4 Kids program has been a beacon of hope for families in the Columbus region, ensuring children have gifts to unwrap during the holiday season. Established in 1977 after a Columbus firefighter responded to a home with young children who had nothing for Christmas, the program continues to make a meaningful impact for hundreds of…
Mayor’s Court for the City of Upper Arlington has been rescheduled from Thursday, November 28, 2024, to Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at Noon. This is due to the Thanksgiving holiday. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. For more information, please contact the Clerk of Courts at 614-583-5060, Monday-Friday from 8 am-5 pm. Click here…
Scioto Pointe Drive will be closed under the Trabue Road Bridge starting Monday, December 2, 2024, for approximately 14 days, weather permitting. The closure is necessary for drilled shaft construction, which will be completed by a contractor. Drivers should expect potential delays. The following traffic will be impacted: North of Trabue Road: Access via Greycliff Lane or westbound Trabue Road…
National Drug Take Back Day was a great success in Upper Arlington, with community members safely disposing of 123 pounds of prescription medications. Hosted by the Police Division on October 26 at Fire Station 72, the event offered a convenient drive-thru drop-off for expired, unused, or unwanted medications. This annual event provides residents with a safe, anonymous way to dispose…
The Upper Arlington Police Division is warning residents about a phone scam involving callers spoofing the non-emergency line. Victims have reported receiving calls from individuals claiming to be officers from the Upper Arlington Police Division, mentioning bench warrants and instructing recipients on how to make payments. The Upper Arlington Police Division will never call residents to ask for personal information…
Following improved weather conditions, the open burn ban for Upper Arlington has been lifted. The ban, which was issued by the Ohio State Fire Marshal on September 6, 2024, due to drought conditions, restricted all open burning activities, including recreational fires, fire pits, and charcoal grills, across Franklin County and over two dozen other Ohio counties. With recent rainfall reducing…
Beggars Night in Upper Arlington is set for Thursday, October 31, 2024, from 6-8 pm, and this year brings a new, exciting feature to help make the most of this festive and frightful night! The City of Upper Arlington is introducing Track for Treats, a program designed to enhance the Halloween experience for both trick-or-treaters and homeowners. Homeowners can participate…
Starting at Noon on Monday, September 30, Kioka Avenue will be temporarily closed at Fishinger Road to allow contractors to make necessary adjustments to water valve boxes. The closure will be in effect through Tuesday, October 1 and will impact traffic on the north side of Fishinger Road only. Kioka Avenue on the south side will remain open to traffic…
As part of National Emergency Preparedness Month, the Upper Arlington Fire Division’s Community Paramedicine Program, UA CARES, in partnership with Franklin County Public Health and UA CHAT, will be distributing 200 free emergency preparedness kits to residents on Monday, September 30, from 10 am-2pm at Fire Station 72. This drive-thru event is designed to make it easy for residents to…
The first phase of community outreach for the master planning process of Fancyburg Park has returned valuable insights, with over 900 residents providing feedback. This information will be instrumental in helping guide UA Parks & Rec on the future development of the park to better meet the needs of the community. What Residents Love About Fancyburg Park The survey highlighted…
Due to ongoing drought conditions, the State Fire Marshal has issued an open burn ban for Franklin County and 27 other counties across the state, which includes Upper Arlington. This order prohibits all open burning activities, including recreational fires, the use of portable outdoor fireplaces and fire pits, and charcoal grills. Firework displays and model rockets are also prohibited. The…
Evening and Overnight Hours of Monday, September 16, Weather Permitting We have been advised by Franklin County Public Health (FCPH) of their plans to conduct mosquito spraying in Upper Arlington Central and Upper Arlington North – all areas north of Zollinger Road – during the evening and overnight hours of Monday, September 16, weather permitting. The decision to spray has…
The Upper Arlington Police Division proudly unveiled its new D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) pickup truck to the community at the 2024 Labor Day Arts Festival. This eye-catching vehicle serves as a powerful symbol of the Police Division’s commitment to educating and protecting youth from the dangers of drug abuse. The truck's purchase was made possible through a partnership between…