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Former Ohio Sen. Ray Miller Jr., a longtime Columbus community leader and founder of the Columbus African American News Journal.

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Black Columbus Will Gather This Weekend to Honor Ray Miller Jr.

A community tribute and memorial service will honor the former Ohio senator, institution-builder and Black newspaper publisher Friday and Saturday at Second Baptist Church.

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Ray Miller Jr., Former Ohio Senator, Dies at 77

The former Ohio state senator spent decades building institutions around Black health, education, leadership and political power.

DaVante Goins · August 28, 2026

Ray Miller Jr., Former Ohio Senator, Dies at 77

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The Tornado Passed. South Columbus Is Still Living With It.

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Columbus Funded Every National Night Out Applicant. 41 Events Are Set.

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