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The governor of Ohio has given his state a temporary orange-back makeover. Governor Mike DeWine of Ohio has temporarily renamed three public parks in Ohio in honor of the Bengals. This Sunday, the Cincinnati Bengals will face the Los Angeles Rams in Super Bowl 56.

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These names have been changed temporarily. It’s the Buckeye State’s way of showing its full support to the Cincinnati Bengals. Gov. Among the parks renamed by Gov. DeWine are Burr Oak State Park, Paint Creek State Park, and Hueston Woods State Park in College Corner.

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Consequently, the governor will ensure that the Bengals are well-supported when they play away from home.

 

Parks in Ohio to honor the Cincinnati Bengals

As a tribute to Joe Burrow, Burr Oak State Park in Glouster has been renamed “Burrow Oak State Park”. Born and raised in Athens, Ohio, Burrow has always been proud of his home state. Furthermore, he has been instrumental in guiding the Cincinnati Bengals to their first Super Bowl appearance in 33 years.

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Moreover, Paint Creek State Park in Bainbridge, Ohio, has got a new name. The park has been renamed “Evan McPherson Extra Point Creek State Park” in honor of McPherson, whose 32-yard field goal in overtime sealed the Bengals’ victory in the Conference Championship.

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In addition, the governor has also renamed the Hueston Woods State Park in College Corner, Ohio. In honor of the legendary Bengals fullback “Ickey Woods State Park” has been renamed Ickey Woods, State Park.

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The Super Bowl week is underway. Ohio is ready to show its full support for the Bengals, who will take on the Rams on Sunday in Los Angeles. Which team are you supporting? Any unique way to do so? Let us know in the comments.

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