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Adorable Moment: Gorilla’s Sweet Kiss To Baby At Ohio Zoo Takes Internet By Storm! (w/video)
COLUMBUS, OH – In Columbus, Ohio, visitors at the Columbus Zoo witnessed a touching moment when a gorilla appeared to blow kisses to a newborn baby. This heartwarming encounter has quickly become a viral sensation. We have the video for you to watch towards the end of this article!
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...
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...
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.”
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.
Ask the Expert: What is the best way to stop Japanese beetles from eating plants?
Editor’s note: Throughout the growing season, Mike Hogan, OSU Extension educator for Agriculture and Natural Resources in Franklin County, will answer gardening and home landscape questions submitted by Dispatch readers. Send your questions to hogan.1@osu.edu. Q: I have a hedge of burning bush which grows profusely every spring, so...
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..."
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...
Ohio professor joins movie crew to consult new film
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Meteorologist hold a vast knowledge about weather and how it effects our surroundings. But when it translates to film, it can be a whole different ball game. Dr. Jana Houser, Associate Professor of Meteorology at The Ohio State University, had the opportunity to work with the crew for the new film Twisters starring Glen Powell. Hear about how she was able to assist with the making of the film and give educational and necessary information to allow the cast and crew to execute the final product.
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...
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.
Where can you eat near the Columbus Convention Center? Here are 15 options within a mile
The list of partners with the Greater Columbus Convention Center includes plenty of dining options. But you could get tacos. A world of steaks, pasta, burgers, cocktails and other deliciousness...
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...
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...
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. ...
Inaugural Bark Bash to take place at Prairie Oaks Metro Park
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A new event devoted to dogs in Franklin County is set to take place this August at Prairie Oaks Metro Park. Columbus & Franklin County Metro Parks is hosting the inaugural Bark Bash on Aug. 24. There will be activities and entertainment for dogs and dog lovers.
Fallback Studios Wants to Keep Ohio Filmmaking Talent in Ohio
Right now, Cleveland is filling in as Metropolis for James Gunn’s Superman film. Last year, Jeff Nichols turned Cincinnati into 1960s Chicago for The Bikeriders. Fallback Studios CEO Kevin Kale believes our town’s time has come and that Hollywood is about to take notice of all we have to offer.
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