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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.
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.”
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.
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...
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.
Don Tequila's fifth Columbus-area Mexican restaurant opening soon on Bethel Road
A former Texas Roadhouse on the Northwest Side will come back to life Wednesday with a look and a menu from south of the border. Don Tequila, a Columbus restaurant group that since 2016 has opened in Powell, Northland, Dublin and Upper Arlington, has redone the former steakhouse at 1540 Bethel Road with an open ceiling, murals on the walls, lacquered white and black tiles and furniture imported from Mexico.
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: ...
Popular pancake spot lands new Columbus-area location
The Original Pancake House has flipped its way into New Albany, now proudly serving up breakfast delights at its third Columbus location on 6330 E Dublin Granville Rd. If your mornings crave a fluffy, syrup-drenched pick-me-up, this pancake haven has you covered!. Known for their legendary Dutch Baby and Apple...
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.
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 Jazz & Rib Fest: COTA transit options, service reroutes
COTA is encouraging Columbus Jazz & Rib Fest attendees to take advantage of its service routes to travel to and from the event, with transit stops located along High and Front streets downtown and forms of payment including cash, digital fare payment, and the COTA Smart Card.
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?)
Columbus will try to 'rescue' food waste at Jazz & Rib Fest
Franklin County residents and businesses send more uneaten food to the landfill than any other type of waste. This weekend at the Jazz & Rib Fest, Columbus is trying to "rescue" some of that food before it ends up in the trash. The collaborative effort between the city's Departments of...
Columbus leaders participate in dance competition to raise money for youth grief camp
Part sheer entertainment and part fundraiser for some worthy causes, Dancing with Columbus Black Stars will provide answers for anyone who has ever wondered what would happen if the likes of U.S. Representative Joyce Beatty and Columbus Police Chief Elaine Bryant put on their dancing shoes for a little friendly competition.
Jazz & Rib Fest is back with groovy tunes and tasty eats
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — If you're in the mood for some cool tunes and delicious food, you're in luck. The Jazz & Rib Fest returns to the Scioto Mile this weekend, bringing nearly 40 local food vendors, groovy tunes, and fun for everyone. EVENT DETAILS. The Fest runs Friday,...
Mega Weekend: Jazz & Ribs, MLS Concert, Fair-time, Peaches & More for Your Weekend
Do you think you’ll see Twisters this weekend? Enjoy ribs? Laid back music?. Get your tickets for the Comedy Festival this August!. The Coffee Festival returns this October and tickets are available, some sessions are selling fast. Whatever you decide to do, Enjoy your weekend!. Fun Things to Do.
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