FOOD & DRINK
Ohio-born chef Guy Fieri shares name for first Columbus restaurant
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Guy Fieri, the celebrity chef whose inaugural Flavortown Festival was set for Columbus then canceled, has announced the name of his new restaurant opening in central Ohio. The Ohio-born restaurateur is launching an Italian concept named “Guy Fieri’s Trattoria” inside Scioto Downs at 6000 S. High Street, the casino announced on […]
Netflix reality show features Columbus resident
“The Circle,” the Netflix reality series that allows contestants to rate and rank each other over social media as they compete for $100,000 in prize money, has a Columbus presence this year. Brandon Baker, 34, is a nursing assistant in the intensive care unit at Grant Medical Center. Born in Kentucky, he grew...
Columbus drag queen Nina West returning to compete on ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’
Watch NBC4’s report on West’s first ‘Drag Race’ competition in 2019 in the video player above. COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Nina West, the Columbus drag queen who was honored with a street named after her in the Short North, is returning to “RuPaul’s Drag Race” to compete in a new season airing this summer. West […]
Adopt Nitro: Northeast Ohio dog spends 2,000+ days waiting in shelter
BROOKFIELD TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WOIO) - Nitro has spent most of his five years of life hoping to find his “furever” home, and he’s waiting for you to adopt him from The Healthy Hearts and Paws Project shelter. April 30, which happens to be Adopt a Shelter Pet...
To-go drinks & designated outdoor drinking space approved by Columbus City Council
Columbus is one step closer to enjoying beer and cocktails outdoors, outside the boundaries of a restaurant or bar. On Monday evening, Columbus City Council approved plans for a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area, otherwise known as a DORA, which basically means a specified area of land has exemptions to open container provisions.
The truth about those streaks
As Ohioans, we must accept the change of the seasons and the fickle weather conditions they bring. All the unpredictability can take a toll on your roof. What should you look out for? George Gilliland, owner of Columbus Roof Clean has some tips on what you should be looking for and how you can take care of the roof over your head.
It's so nice outside! Can I finally plant?
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — With temperatures that are well above average and some fantastic weekends, a lot of people are asking the question, “Can I safely plant now? The answer is “probably,” with a caveat or two. At the moment, the weather pattern is improving for...
TriMark Presents: Best Burger in Columbus Contest 2024 Nominations
Who serves up the best burger in Columbus? It’s up to you to decide in TriMark’s first ever Best Burger in Columbus Contest!. Nominate your favorite place below May 6 – 12 then watch for the poll to officially open on May 13th. What place deserves a...
Alexz Johnson discusses the 'Seasons' of indie-artist life ahead of Columbus show
"Why aren't you more well-known?" It's a question independent musician Alexz Johnson hears all too often and is quite aware that the well-meaning inquirer actually means, "Why aren't you more famous?" But as an artist who has tasted fame, Johnson has no regrets about walking away from it. The trajectory...
Bob Evans unveils spring menu, featuring new salads, revamped farmhouse classics
NEW ALBANY, Ohio (WKRC) - Bob Evans unveiled its new spring menu items, which features new salads and farmhouse classics with a twist. According to a press release, Bob Evans is adding new salads and revamped farmhouse classics to its menu for spring. Per the release, Bob Evans is introducing...
Fifty Years of Fritz the Nite Owl: How a Columbus DJ Became a Beloved Pop Culture Fixture
During any given year, the Ohio Theatre on East State Street attracts an eclectic array of Central Ohioans. Depending on the show, the historic venue might fill up with symphony lovers, ballet backers or wannabe Broadway babies. Come summertime, the 96-year-old theater honors its heritage as a Loew’s movie palace,...
Alternative rock station WWCD ends online broadcast, closing for good after 34 years
After 34 years, Columbus alternative rock radio station WWCD played its last song Sunday night. The station left the airwaves and online-only streaming that it turned to in February after WWCD president Randy Malloy could not reach an agreement with the owners of the 92.9 frequency to keep the station broadcasting. That online livestream ended Sunday.
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