Ohio – Neko Random

Fun Fact: Cincinnati Chilli

Cincinnati Chilli isn’t exactly chilli in the traditional sense. It’s Mediterranean sauce over spaghetti but can also be done to hot dogs.

(Not So) Fun Fact: Governor Bob Taft of Ohio

Great-grandson of President William Howard Taft, Bob Taft became Governor of Ohio in the 2000s. After failing to disclose “gifts”, he was charged with criminal activity, yet remained as Governor until his term was up. The scandal left the Republican Party with major losses in the next election.

Fun Fact: Ohio Etymology

Ohio is named after a Iroquois word meaning “great river”.

Fun Fact: First Automobile Accident in America

The first automobile accident occurred in Ohio during 1891. They hit an unseen tree root and spun out of control. The injuries were minor.

Fun Fact: Paul Brown

The NFL team the Cleveland Browns are named after Paul Brown, who founded the team and was the original head coach. While a great innovator in the sport, he was not well-liked. He was eventually fired, and he went to go on and found the other Ohio NFL team the Cincinnati Bengals.