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Columbus office vacancy rate has grown
Data: Moody's; Chart: Alice Feng/AxiosThe Columbus region still has a high rate of vacant office space, though some of it is being converted for other uses.Why it matters: Typically, vacancy rates rise during economic downturns, but the national rate has increased for the past few years as the economy has remained on solid ground.It's at its highest since at least 1979, when Moody's began tracking the metric.The reason: Offices are mainly sitting empty because the pandemic seems to have permanently changed the way many Americans work, and companies don't need as much space as they once did.Zoom in: Columbus' vacancy rate has risen slightly over the past five years to 21.7% during Q2 of 2024, above the national rate of 20.1%.A few dozen metro areas studied by Moody's are even higher, including Cleveland (21.8%) and Dayton (28.7%).The intrigue: Similar to other cities, Columbus developers are transforming some of this vacant space into residential units and retail outlets.About 1,000 newly converted units are expected this year.
Contractor threatens suit if city rejects apartment tower on narrow Franklinton site
A Columbus contractor is taking the offensive after a city commission again recommended against his proposal for an apartment tower on a 31-foot-wide lot in the heart of Franklinton. "This is the development we’re going forward with," said Robert Ellis, owner of Pink Development and Construction. "We’re ready to litigate if necessary." ...
Which central Ohio high school football players transferred ahead of 2024 OHSAA season?
Seeing an opportunity to succeed one of central Ohio’s top running backs and continue building his own recruiting stock in the process, Jayden Gwinn made a tough decision in the spring. Despite being one of Westerville Central’s top players, the junior opted to transfer to Gahanna Lincoln, joining a Lions team that has won 25 of 28 games the past two seasons with a Division I state semifinal appearance in 2022 and a 12-0 start last fall. ...
New downtown Columbus bistro Chouette opens Tuesday
As usual, there’s plenty happening in the Central Ohio food scene, from openings, closings and favorite events returning. Chouette opens at Gay and High Downtown Chouette French restaurant debuts Tuesday...
Columbus Weather: Temperatures on the rise Tuesday
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Warming up for the next few days with a slight chance for rain, but more rain likely by week’s end. TUESDAY: Partly cloudy, few stray rain showers, high 85. TONIGHT: Partly cloudy, few showers to the far south, low 62. WEDNESDAY: Mostly sunny, high...
Pick-Six: Ohio State’s star-studded group of transfers has Buckeyes thinking big
Ohio State attacked the transfer portal intent on stopping Michigan’s run of Big Ten supremacy. The same night Michigan clinched the national title with a 34-13 victory over Washington, running back Quinshon Judkins went on social media to announce he was transferring from Mississippi to Ohio State. Former Kansas...
After Kingdom title-game loss, John 'Juni' Mobley ready for Ohio State season to start
The pass from Ohio State past to Ohio State present was true. Pushing the ball up the Ohio Dominican University court, former Buckeyes guard Ron Lewis spied an opportunity and fired the ball to John “Juni” Mobley Jr., a fellow Columbus native just about to get his college career started. Teammates playing in...
Nonprofit aims to build new homes, help at-risk youth with South Side project
A local nonprofit is planning to build new housing units on Columbus' South Side. Franklinton Rising announced this month that it is expanding its home-building efforts into the neighborhood south of Main Street. ...
Scarlet Sunrise: Three Buckeyes land on preseason watch list for Bednarik Award
Ohio State has three of its defensive leaders on the preseason watch list for the prestigious Bednarik Award. The post Scarlet Sunrise: Three Buckeyes land on preseason watch list for Bednarik Award appeared first on On3.
Does Ohio State have another 5-star freshman wide receiver forcing his way up the depth chart?
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- So much attention has been paid to Jeremiah Smith as Ohio State’s highly rated freshman on the path to superstardom, that it’s easy to forget he’s not the Buckeyes’ only five-star freshman receiver. He’s just the one who got to Columbus first as...
Introducing the USA Today Network's 2024 preseason All-Ohio girls volleyball team
As we prepare for a new high school sports season, USA Today Network sports writers in Ohio collaborated over the last month to select preseason All-Ohio teams for football, boys soccer, girls soccer and girls volleyball. We selected a 25-player team for each sport. Today, we introduce the USA Today Network Preseason All-Ohio Volleyball Team featuring five...
Hope and Anna Taft and the legacy of the Tandana Foundation
Going back to the Civil War, the Taft family has had an outsized influence in Ohio and national politics. A president and Supreme Court Chief Justice, U.S. Secretary of War, two U.S. Senators and a governor, all sprang from the family. These days, the family legacy rests on the shoulders of Anna Taft, 45, the […]
Cookies sold at Meijer stores recalled due to undeclared milk
(CBS DETROIT) - Cookies that are sold at the Midwest retailer Meijer have been recalled because they contain undeclared milk, officials announced. Too Good Gourmet of San Lorenzo, California, recalled its Meijer Dunking Cookies Chocolate Chip because of the allergen, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The recalled product contains a milk allergen that wasn't listed in the label's ingredients section. Meijer wasn't alerted of the mistake on the label.The product was sold in a 10 oz. tall clear container with a blue and white label with the UPC 713733712972 and includes all best-by dates.The recalled cookies were sold at...
What are the rules for when to stop for a school bus in Ohio?
With school beginning for many central Ohio districts this week and next, thousands of schoolchildren will be out along the road, waiting for their buses. That means drivers need to be aware of when they are required to stop for school buses when they see those amber and red lights on the road. ...
FirstEnergy makes $20 million deal with AG Dave Yost’s office to avoid HB6 prosecution, drop company from civil lawsuits
COLUMBUS, Ohio—FirstEnergy will avoid state criminal prosecution over its starring role in the House Bill 6 bribery scandal in exchange for paying $20 million, under a deal quietly signed Monday with Attorney General Dave Yost’s office. The agreement, which follows a similar $230 million fine paid in 2021...
Area communities receive funds to manage road salt, reduce chloride runoff
Five area communities will share in more than $260,000 in grant money to aid their efforts to reduce chloride runoff and keep Ohio drivers and waterways safe in winter. Announced Monday by state Sen. Theresa Gavarone (R., Bowling Green), the money is part of the second round of the H2Ohio Chloride Reduction Grant Program. The city of Sandusky will receive $75,000; the village of Grand Rapids, $54,925; Portage Township in Wood County, $45,910; Lucas County, $44,800; and Margaretta Township in Erie County, $41,822. The money will be used to update equipment and facilities to improve road salt management and reduce chloride runoff. The first round of chloride-reduction grant awards were announced in May, and, due to high demand, the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency added a second round. In total, the grant program has distributed more than $4 million throughout Ohio this year.
Sincere gratitude to all helping our communities recover after last week’s tornadoes
On behalf of our many communities that were impacted by last week’s storms, I would like to extend sincere gratitude to all those who have helped Northeastern Ohio survive the tornadoes and terrible storms. I was one of the lucky ones, as I only lost power for less than one day.
How should adults use recreational cannabis safely? Here are tips to avoid accidents, breaking laws
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Now that non-medical cannabis products can be legally purchased in Ohio by adults over 21, users need to know how to use them safely, according to the Ohio Division of Cannabis Control. “Responsible cannabis use is not just about personal safety, but the safety of Ohio...
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