A state senator from Columbus says it is time to make the buckeye Ohio's official candy .

Democratic Sen. Bill DeMora has support from Republicans and fellow Democrats for Senate Bill 247 to elevate the chocolate and peanut butter confection made famous in Ohio.

In a press release announcing the legislation, DeMora called the buckeye candy one of the state's "most recognizable symbols and sweetest traditions."

“The buckeye candy is more than just a dessert; it is a reflection of Ohio’s culinary heritage and a tradition unique to the state of Ohio,” DeMora said in the statement. “Much like the buckeye tree itself, the candy is a symbol of pride, community, and a shared identity that connects generations of Ohioans.”

Renee Casteel Cook literally wrote the book on the buckeye and t

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