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Hot Hits Weekend Best Bets – 6/5-6/7/26

Friday, June 5 by Lyle F

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Central Ohio’s summer calendar shifts into high gear this weekend, with major sporting events, food festivals and outdoor entertainment creating one of the region’s busiest early-June stretches. The biggest draw of the weekend is expected to be the 50th edition of... Read More.

Zach Werenski Makes History with Norris Trophy Win and Stellar Season

Wednesday, June 3 by Lyle F

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski has won the Norris Trophy, awarded each year to the NHL’s top defenseman. Werenski is the first Blue Jackets player and the sixth American to receive the honor. He earned 113 first-place votes, finishing ahead of Colorado’s Cale Makar,... Read More.

Waffle House Near Ohio State University Set to Close

Tuesday, June 2 by Lyle F

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Waffle House at 1712 N. High St., near Ohio State University’s campus, will close by 2026, according to landlord Schiff Real Estate Co. Schiff Real Estate confirmed the closure to Columbus Business First. The Georgia-based chain operates 10 locations in Columbus,... Read More.

Hot Hits Weekend Best Bets – 5/29-5/31/26

Friday, May 29 by Lyle F

Columbus and Central Ohio are heading into the final weekend of May with a packed calendar that includes music festivals, live concerts, cultural celebrations and outdoor family activities as summer festival season ramps up across the region. One of the weekend’s largest draws will be... Read More.

Ohio Ranks Among Top States for Police Officers in New National Study

Thursday, May 28 by Lyle F

A new study ranks Ohio among the top states for police officers. WalletHub, a personal finance website, compared all 50 states and Washington, D.C. using 30 measures of “police friendliness.” The analysis included median income for law enforcement, police deaths per capita, and the quality... Read More.

Mitchell’s Steakhouse Closes Downtown Columbus Location After Decades of Service

Wednesday, May 27 by Lyle F

Mitchell’s Steakhouse has closed its downtown Columbus location after decades of service. Landry’s, the Houston-based company that owns Mitchell’s Steakhouse, confirmed the closure of the restaurant at 45 N. Third St. The Polaris location of Mitchell’s Steakhouse will remain open. “After many wonderful years serving the... Read More.

Mezcla Italian Village Restaurant Reopening June 5 After Repairs From Car Crash

Tuesday, May 26 by Lyle F

Mezcla, an Italian Village restaurant in Columbus, will reopen June 5 after closing for repairs when a car crashed into the building earlier this year. The restaurant announced its reopening date on social media last week. Mezcla will welcome customers back to its Summit Street... Read More.

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.

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.

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