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Hot Hits Weekend Best Bets – 6/19-6/21/26

Friday, June 19 by Lyle F

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Central Ohio enters the third weekend of June with a calendar shaped by celebration, culture and the unofficial arrival of summer, as communities across the region prepare for festivals, commemorations and family events from Friday through Sunday. The weekend of June... Read More.

Hot Hits Weekend Best Bets – 6/12-6/14/26

Friday, June 12 by Lyle F

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Central Ohio heads into the weekend with a calendar anchored by one of the region’s signature arts events, alongside concerts, community gatherings and seasonal programming that signal the beginning of the summer festival stretch. The largest draw of the weekend is... Read More.

Bank Run Metro Park Adds 166 Acres, Event Facilities and 100-Foot Slide

Thursday, June 11 by Lyle F

Bank Run Metro Park, now open at 1570 Rohr Road in Lockbourne, has expanded Metro Parks’ offerings by 166 acres. The new site features event facilities and a 100-foot slide. The park’s event center recently opened, featuring five buildings designed for gatherings of various sizes.... Read More.

Columbus Water and Power Switching to Monthly Billing This Summer

Wednesday, June 10 by Lyle F

Columbus Water and Power will move to monthly billing this summer, ending its quarterly billing system. The utility notified customers about the change by letter. Columbus Water and Power, formerly the Department of Public Utilities, said monthly billing will improve bill accuracy and help customers... Read More.

Columbus Arts Festival Showcases Local Talent and Boosts City Economy This Weekend

Tuesday, June 9 by Lyle F

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Columbus Arts Festival returns this weekend, hosted by the Greater Columbus Arts Council. Chief Creative Officer Jami Goldstein said the event is recognized as one of the top 10 arts festivals in the United States. Its mission, she said, is to... Read More.

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.

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