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Hot Hits Weekend Best Bets – Memorial Day Weekend 2026

Friday, May 22 by Lyle F

COLUMBUS, O.H. (Audilous) - Memorial Day weekend in Central Ohio will offer a mix of festivals, concerts, family attractions and ceremonies honoring military service members, with events scheduled across Columbus and surrounding communities from May 22 through May 25. Organizers are encouraging visitors to... Read More.

Columbus Zoo Plans Major Expansion with Upscale Hotel to Boost Tourism

Thursday, May 21 by Lyle F

POWELL, Ohio — The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is considering plans for a hotel as part of a wider expansion at its Powell campus. The zoo has issued a request for qualifications seeking a private developer to build a themed, upscale hotel near its main... Read More.

BTS Returns to American Music Awards with Special Appearance and Multiple Nominations

Wednesday, May 20 by Lyle F

BTS will make what organizers call a “special appearance” at the 52nd American Music Awards on Monday, May 25, marking their first award show appearance in four years. The group is nominated in three categories this year: artist of the year, song of the summer... Read More.

Biscuit Belly Brings Signature Biscuit Sandwiches to Columbus

Wednesday, May 20 by Lyle F

Biscuit Belly, a breakfast restaurant known for its biscuit sandwiches, will open its first Ohio location on June 2 at 1417 W. Fifth Ave. in northwest Columbus, near Grandview Heights. The new restaurant will open in the former Hot Chicken Takeover space, which closed in... Read More.

ATEEZ to Headline BST Hyde Park in London in 2026

Tuesday, May 19 by Lyle F

LONDON — South Korean group ATEEZ will headline BST Hyde Park in London on June 28, 2026. The performance marks their only U.K. date for the year. ATEEZ joins a 2026 lineup that features Garth Brooks on June 27, Maroon 5 on July 3, Mumford... Read More.

Steven Moreira Named to Cape Verde Squad for Historic 2026 World Cup Debut

Tuesday, May 19 by Lyle F

Columbus Crew defender Steven Moreira has been named to Cape Verde’s roster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America. Cape Verde announced its final squad this week. Moreira played a key role in helping the Blue Sharks qualify for their first World Cup... Read More.

Ella Langley Breaks ACM Awards Record with Seven Wins at 2026 Ceremony

Monday, May 18 by Lyle F

Ella Langley won seven awards at the 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards on Sunday, May 17, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. She broke the previous record for most wins in a single year, which was six, set by Garth... Read More.

Hot 10 Recap – Week of 5/16/26

Monday, May 18 by Lyle F

Country breakout and crossover momentum dominate this week’s Billboard Hot 100, as Ella Langley claims the chart’s top two spots while Olivia Dean scores a pair of major career milestones and Bruno Mars continues his latest comeback run. At No. 1, Ella Langley lands her... Read More.

Hot Hits Weekend Best Bets – 5/15-5/17/26

Friday, May 15 by Lyle F

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Central Ohio is packed with concerts, festivals, theater productions and outdoor activities heading into the weekend of May 15-17, giving residents and visitors a wide range of entertainment options across the region. One of the weekend’s biggest attractions is the annual Sonic... Read More.

Doja Cat Plans Multi Year Break from Music to Focus on Art and Personal Life

Thursday, May 14 by Lyle F

Doja Cat is considering taking a break from music after five studio albums and multiple Billboard Hot 100 hits. In a cover story published May 13 in Elle UK, the rapper said she may step away from making music for a few years. Speaking about... Read More.