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Downtown bar and kitchen shuts down after lease goes unrenewed
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A Downtown bar and kitchen that’s been in Columbus since 2016 has closed its doors after its lease went unrenewed. Hadley’s Bar and Kitchen on the corner of South 4th and East Cherry streets recently shut down after eight years. The closure was confirmed by Crafted for You — the group […]
Local restaurant vandalized with racist graffiti; local businesses pitch in to help clean it up
A local, beloved Mediterranean restaurant was vandalized yesterday, but thanks to other local businesses, the racist remarks have already been cleaned off their windows. Lavash Cafe, located at 2985 N. High St. in Clintonville since 2008, posted on their Instagram account that someone vandalized their doors with racist graffiti, but that the community is rallying behind them. “We love our Clintonville neighborhood because of moments like this,” Lavash posted. “Last night, someone messaged us after discovering racist graffiti on our windows and new vinyl bakery door.”
Ohio based chain ranked #1 regional fast food restaurant by ‘USA Today,’ beating In-N-Out
There are two types of people in this world: those who like cinnamon in their chili, and those who detest it. But it appears that the latter is in the minority, for none other than Cincinnati-based Skyline Chili has been ranked the #1 regional fast food restaurant in the U.S., according to USA Today’s 10Best Awards. Skyline beat popular competitors such as the West Coast’s In-N-Out and Texas’ infamous Whataburger.
Ohio State Fair Previews Treats And New Foods For 2024
This week, many Richland Countians will be heading down to Columbus for the annual extravaganza known as the Ohio State Fair. There, food vendors will be firing up the grills, filling the fryers, and prepping the delicious bites of this year’s event. Brand new in 2024 is New Food...
Photos: Chris Stapleton Brings the Country Tunes to Columbus
Country music heavyweights Chris Stapleton, Marcus King and Nikki Lane paid Columbus' Schottenstein Center a visit on July 19 as part of Stapleton's "All American Road Show" tour. Keep scrolling for all of the twangy magic we captured during Friday night's show. Scroll down to view images. Page 1 of...
Ohio ice cream trail grows to 54 stops
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Have you been on the Buckeye State's ice cream trail?. Launched in 2018 with 15 stops, the trail has grown to 54 stops around the state. “When Fran and I travel the state with our kids and grandkids, we will go out of our way for locally made ice cream because it’s something you simply won’t get anywhere else,” said Governor DeWine in a press release. “We’ve been going to Young’s Jersey Dairy near our home in Greene County since we were teenagers, and it certainly is one of our favorites, but no matter what ice cream shop you visit along the trail, it’s going to be delicious.”
Woman uses CPR to save her dog who stopped breathing after accident with another dog
COLUMBUS, Ohio — We have all heard by now how CPR is critical to saving someone's life. But what do you do if your dog or cat is in a medical crisis?. “It’s one of those things you don’t need it till you need it,” says Dr. Dillon Clouse, a veterinarian at Animal Care Center at Cherry Way. “We all hope that we never have to use CPR on an animal.”
Beef-Free Burgers: Exploring Bison and Turkey Alternatives
I’ve been writing this column for a few months now, and I think it’s time to come clean: for almost 20 years of my life, I didn’t eat beef (or any mammalian meat, for that matter). But I still really liked cheeseburgers, and I didn’t really want to fully write them off. I wanted to keep eating burgers, even if they weren’t going to be beef-based. I had to find another option.
Melt Bar and Grilled closes in Columbus' Easton Town Center amid lawsuit, bankruptcy
After bankruptcy and a dicey lawsuit brought by its landlords, Melt Bar and Grilled appears to be cooked. The Easton Town Center location sported signs Friday thanking customers for their years of service but advertised that the restaurant "has left the building" and is "permanently closed." Melt's Columbus location page...
Global tech outage continues to cause delays at John Glenn Columbus International Airport
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A global IT outage grounded flights nationwide Friday, including major airlines like United, American and Delta. "Every person that I've talked to that's had to deal with flying today has been having a tough time,” said traveler Anthony Cihan. Cancellations kept many grounded in Columbus...
Watch: Columbus Zoo gorilla lands viral fame in sweet video kissing baby through glass
It's been a big year for gorillas at the Columbus Zoo. Last month the zoo welcomed a new baby gorilla, the 35th born on its property. The baby is visible to visitors at an indoor viewing area in the Congo Expedition from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. ...
Columbus author spills truth about Ohio cults in new graphic novel
Matthew Erman's haunting newest graphic novel is also his most personal. “Loving, Ohio” follows four teenagers in a rundown Ohio suburb where a cult controls much of daily life. They try to cope with the death of a friend by suicide and make it through high school before they can get out of town, while solving the mystery of the mysterious “man in the afternoon,” who may or may not be targeting and killing teenagers.
Garden: Plants native to Columbus can add to beautiful landscapes
One of my goals as a gardener is to plant something somewhere in my home landscape every month of the year. While that goal may be more easily achievable in locations in other parts of the country, it is becoming more achievable here in Greater Columbus thanks to climate change, some strategic planning on my part and a little help from Mother Nature. ...
ABC 6/FOX 28 News win various regional Emmy Awards
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — ABC 6/FOX 28 News has been recognized by a regional chapter of the Emmy Awards for broadcast excellence in numerous categories. The Ohio Valley Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences is dedicated to the advancement of the arts and sciences of television," states the Academy's regional website. "Our mission is to serve our members, promote the highest standards in television professionalism and recognize excellence in television throughout our region..."
Liberians in Columbus Kick Off Independence Day Celebration With Cultural Festival July 20
The Liberians in Columbus Incorporated (LICI) has commenced its Independence Day celebration in honor of Liberia’s 177th Independence. Saturday, July 20, 2024 thousands of Liberians residing in Columbus, Ohio will gather at Naftzger Park to celebrate the rich culture, history, and heritage of Liberia. This year also marks the...
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