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Public Records: Fairfield County restaurant inspections
The following are restaurant inspections with critical violations, as conducted by the Fairfield County Health Department from July 1-12. July 1 JFE Franchising Inc. - Snowfox Sushi, 1141 E, Main St., Lancaster. White rice was improperly acidified. The pH was not logged for the week before the inspection. ...
Watch: Gorilla kisses newborn baby at Ohio zoo
COLUMBUS, Ohio - A gorilla melted hearts at the Columbus Zoo in Ohio by making what looked like a kissing gesture toward a newborn baby. Mother Hannah Pearson told video licensing company Storyful that she and her husband took their children to the zoo and visited the gorilla exhibit, which is one of their "favorite activities."
New deviled-egg flavor at the state fair will 'blow you away'
Ohio's final entry in the yearly battle for the nation's weirdest state-fair foods: bubblegum-flavored deviled eggs. The Ohio Poultry Association announced the last of seven deviled-egg flavors Thursday that it plans to serve up at the Ohio State Fair, which opens Wednesday in Columbus. They'll all be available at the association's "Devilishly Good Egg Stand" in the Taste of Ohio Pavilion & Beer Garden.
Fur Baby Friday: Stray dog Noodle and kitten Olivia need loving homes
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Are you looking for a new furry companion to brighten up your life? Look no further!. Meet Olivia, a 3-month-old kitten, and Noodle, a 3-year-old Maltese mix. Both adorable pets are currently available for adoption at Colony Cats & Dogs. Olivia was taken in during...
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.”
Two German Village restaurants close, plus new food offerings in Dublin and Powell
Exciting announcements keep coming in the local food and drink scene, with several anticipated projects in the suburbs. No matter where you are in Central Ohio these days, there’s almost always something new to try. Here’s your latest Food News: ...
OSU Extension: Japanese beetles are here in Fairfield County
Japanese Beetles have been sighted throughout Fairfield County. They might be a little late compared to recent years, but they still know how to chew up your (and their) favorite plants. Regularly inspect your garden and yard plants for beetles and feeding injuries. While numbers might be very low right...
Barbecue business with a special backstory prepares for Jazz and Rib Fest
COLUMBUS — The 2024 Columbus Jazz and Rib Fest kicks off along the Scioto Mile downtown riverfront Friday. A lot goes into the preparation for the food vendors. “Each one of these smokers can fit up to 130 slabs of ribs,” said Gregg Clark with After Hours Barbecue.
New Business – New Farm Market Opens in Circleville
Circleville, OH – A new farm market, Kirk’s Farm Market, has opened its doors in the former Bambi’s Farm Market location. The grand opening celebration is happening this week, and the market is inviting everyone to come and experience what they have to offer. Kirk’s Farm Market...
40-year-old central Ohio pizzeria listed for sale
AMANDA, Ohio (WCMH) — A pizzeria that has been serving a central Ohio community for more than 40 years is ready to pass the business to new ownership after listing the building for sale. Tommy Wayne’s Pizza at 5805 Chillicothe Lancaster Road SW in Amanda is now on the market for $445,000, according to a […]
Restaurant Review: Hank’s Serves Up Seafood in the City
Seafood in Columbus is expensive. It’s always been expensive, because we’re landlocked. Sure, the salmon and fish-fry scenes here are respectable, but outside that, options are limited and generally underwhelming. Seafood just isn’t our culinary forte. But now we at least have Hank’s, or more precisely, Hank’s...
From rides to road closures: What to know if you go to the Ohio State Fair
Do you have a constant craving for corn dogs? Are visions of sugar waffles dancing in your head? Or maybe you're looking for the rush of a roller coaster ride?. If you answered yes to any of the above, your hankerings have come at the perfect time since the Ohio State Fair is coming up.
Columbus, Ohio is Purfect City for Single Cat Ladies
Ohio isn't kitten around about single cat ladies according to new survey results that just came out. It's true that some cat-loving humans have made felines their entire purr-sonality. Some find that annoying while others find it hiss-terical. A very reputable survey company, Nielsen Scarborough, released survey results just meow that cat people may find purr-swasive. This survey found the top 10 cities for single cat ladies in America and the capital of Ohio made the list. So, sit back, press paws and enjoy a Meowtini as we purr over these results.
City of Circleville Safety Committee Considers Nuisance Wildlife Ordinance
Circleville – The city has been kicking around an ordinance to take care of nuisance wildlife in the city for over a year, it was around this time last year that a Circleville Citizen came to council after a wild raccoon killed her cat in the city, and she complained about cats, raccoons and other vermin that have run rampant in the city.
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. ...
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...
The Confluence Cast: Columbus Comedy Festival
Good comedy is a reflection of society. Next month, for five days, over 150 comedians will grace ten stages throughout the city for the inaugural Columbus Comedy Festival. On the occasion of the upcoming event, I sat down with Walker Evans, co-founder of Columbus Underground and the Comedy Festival, and Hannah Romes, co-owner of Hashtag Comedy. We discussed the impetus for and execution of the festival, the opportunities in the Columbus comedy scene, and their focus on increasing public awareness of the city’s abundant talent.
Columbus Restaurant Week is July 22-27. Here are 10 good meals and good deals
You have two dining paths to take during Columbus Restaurant Week, the twice-yearly discount palooza that's scheduled for its summer run from July 22 to 27. You can look for the best bargains among the 140 restaurants participating. There are those $15 to $35 three-course menus that give you a great meal at places already considered affordable, or you can go for the $40 to $50 dinners at restaurants that aren't in your regular rotation. Use the occasion to try someplace new, move up date night or celebrate someone's birthday early — or late. (How could you forget... again?)
Safety Committee hears safety report and addresses nuisance animals
Circleville City Councilman and Chairman of the Safety Committee Chairman Jeff Hallinin asked for a mid-year report from both the City’s Acting Chief of Police Kenny Fisher and Fire Chief Brian Thompson. “We are doing well. Morale is improving, and we’re moving forward in a progressive manner, “ said Fisher during Tuesday’s Safety Committee meeting. Fisher discussed staffing levels at the police department, stating that there were five vacancies within...
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...
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