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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 […]
Pickaway County – Ted Lewis Museum Hosts Free Concert: Relive the Roaring ’20s with “Runnin’ Wild”
The Ted Lewis Museum is set to enchant audiences with a free concert titled “Runnin’ Wild: Ted Lewis in the 1920s” on Friday, May 17, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. The event will take place at The Amphitheater at the Pickaway Agriculture & Event Center, located at 415 Lancaster Pike in Circleville, Ohio. In case of rain, the concert will be rescheduled for Sunday, May 19, 2024, at 7:00 p.m.
$180 million parking garage at John Glenn airport to be built on site of McDonald’s
See an earlier report on the airport terminal plans in the video player above. COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A parking garage project costing nearly $180 million will be built on the site of a McDonald’s at John Glenn International Airport to accompany its upcoming $2 billion terminal. Ground is expected to be broken in early […]
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...
Thyme, Tasmanian devil at the Columbus Zoo, dies at 5 years old
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A Tasmanian devil described as a cherished member of the Columbus Zoo who had an infectious love for life has died. Thyme, a 5-year-old Tasmanian devil, died after facing health issues that may have been age-related, the Columbus Zoo announced on Facebook Wednesday. Tasmanian devils have a life expectancy of around […]
Longtime Columbus radio station ends operations after 33 years
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A longtime Columbus radio station has officially played its last song. Randy Malloy, the president of CD 92.9, posted on Facebook around midnight that WWCD Radio was done as of Sunday. The WWCD brand was around for nearly 34 years and was established in 1990 as...
Popular local pizzeria taking over two former hotdog & milkshake restaurants
Another iconic (and delicious) Columbus collaboration is in the works. In February, the hot dog & milkshake concept from Rise Brands, called Weenie Wonder, abruptly closed both of their Easton and Bridge Park locations, adjacent to Pins Mechanical Co., which is also owned by Rise Brands. Now, Rise Brands is...
The 2024 ColumBEST results are in! Take a look this year’s winners
It’s the best time of the year – the birds are chirping, the flowers are growing, the bees are buzzing, and most importantly, the results of our annual ColumBEST poll are officially in, and our annual ColumBEST Issue is almost out on the stands. Nearly half a million...
Adopt Nitro: Northeast Ohio dog spends 2,000+ days waiting in shelter
WARREN, 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 Day,...
Tipsy Tacos teaming up with popular bar to open new location
A Columbus taco concept has found a new home inside of a campus-area bar and pool hall. According to owner Daniel McCarthy, Tipsy Tacos is holding the grand opening celebration of its new eatery today, although the eatery has had occasional soft opening runs over last several weeks. The taco...
Exploring the world of wolves at the International Wolf Center
The International Wolf Center has been researching wolves for decades, becoming a staple learning center in Ely for people to learn more about wolves. Their ambassador wolves Grayson, Rieka, Blackstone, and Caz also play a role at the center. They give visitors a close up look at how wolves act in the wild.
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,...
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 […]
Find your next fur baby this Adopt A Pet Day!
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — April 30th is Adopt a Pet Day. This is the time to look towards your local shelters to find your first or next pet. Columbus Humane shares some adorable pets that are up for adoption. For more information on Columbus Humane and ways you can adopt, head to columbushumane.org .
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