Westerville's 350-Year-Old Oak Falls

Westerville, Ohio lost its ancient Heritage White Oak—a 350-year-old tree planted in 1674—when severe weather toppled it last weekend. Though city crews cleaned up the site, they gifted cut pieces to the community, sparking a rush of locals eager to claim a fragment of history. While official portions vanished quickly, others were found scattered around the cemetery, fueling a heartfelt effort to preserve the tree’s legacy. The Westerville History Museum also received some wood, ensuring this living landmark’s memory endures in new, tangible ways. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/da173fa2ab9ea4b9