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Six Ohio Small-Town Diners Where Farmers Still Gather At Dawn For Coffee

Before the sun clears the barn roofs in rural Ohio, the first pot of coffee is already on at a handful of small-town diners. These are the places where work boots line up at the counter and the menu has not needed a makeover in years. The six stops on...

Ohio · 5d

Scripps News

Wendy’s breakfast could disappear at some restaurants

Wendy’s will no longer require franchisees to serve breakfast, giving restaurants the option to drop the morning menu if it is unprofitable.

Columbus, OH · 2d

Crafting Your Home

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Ohio SNAP Shoppers Lose Sugar-Sweetened Beverages, Including All Fountain Drinks, on April 1, 2027

Ohio now targets April 1, 2027 to bar sugar-sweetened beverages and all fountain drinks from SNAP purchases, after a federal request delayed the start.

Ohio · 4d

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Hugely popular national ‘build-your-own bowl’ chain adding Cbus location

A casual Mediterranean “build your own” chain has expanded once again in Columbus—CAVA opened its Upper Arlington location this week. The latest location for the casual chain is in Upper Arlington at 1603 W. Lane Ave., inside The Shops on Lane Avenue. The opening marks CAVA’s fifth Columbus-area restaurant to debut this year.

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Dunkin’ Plans at Least Nine New Columbus-Area Stores, First Opening Late November

Dunkin’ is planning at least nine new stores across the Columbus area, with the first expected to open in late November on East Main Street near Reynoldsburg, according to reporting by Columbus Business First that was summarized by WhatNow Columbus. The expansion would deepen the coffee and doughnut chain’s footprint in Central Ohio through 2027, […]

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Ultimate Guide to Ohio-Made Holiday Markets in Columbus: Knock Out Your Local Gift List in One Stop

Holiday season is among us, folks. But before you pull out your Visa and go on an all-time shopping spree courtesy of Amazon’s endless options, think for one second…. Most things you can get on Amazon? They all lack something. Some call it heart. Some call it character. But we think the right word is love! Of course, there’s nothing wrong with grabbing some gifts online, but we personally think the most beautiful and meaningful gifts are found at local markets – ones that showcase local artists, makers, and more.

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Maison Skalli Closes Its Short North Cafe After Less Than a Year

After less than a year, the Moroccan cafe and bakery Maison Skalli has closed its Short North location at 662 N. High St. The 1,600-square-foot restaurant space is listed for sale online. The listing includes the reason for the closure, saying, “Ownership operates an additional location in Hilliard and determined that managing two geographically separated sites was not practical.”

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Land-Grant Brewing Company announces purchase of abruptly closed taproom

Nocterra Brewing Company has a new owner—and a reopening date is finally on the horizon. Land-Grant Brewing Company has acquired the Nocterra brand and its Powell taproom, with plans to reopen the space later this month. The announcement comes just over two months after Nocterra abruptly halted operations at...

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10 Things Most Ohio Residents Never Knew About Bobcats

Ohio has a wild cat that can live surprisingly close to farms, wooded backyards, and quiet country roads without most people ever noticing. A bobcat may cross a property shortly after sunset, follow a creek through a neighborhood, or rest beneath a fallen tree just beyond the reach of someone’s backyard camera. By morning, there may be little evidence that the animal was ever there.

Ohio · 8d

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This Small-Town Ohio Italian Restaurant Just Won A Major Food Award, And Its Pasta Is Worth The Trip

Columbus Monthly has named this little Italian spot the Best Italian Restaurant for four straight years, from 2023 through 2026. Its chef also picked up Best Chef honors in both 2025 and 2026. That streak started fast. The restaurant opened in 2020, during the pandemic, and was crowned Best New...

Columbus, OH · 5d

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Ohio Bowling Alleys Still Hide These 6 Old-School Lunch Counters Locals Love

Some of the best casual meals in Ohio are served a few steps away from the pins. Bowling alleys have always fed their regulars, from league nights to Saturday birthday parties, and plenty of them still run real kitchens with daily specials, pizza, burgers, and wings. This list covers six...

Ohio · 4d

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Explore 8 Enormous Thrift Stores In Ohio That Are Absolute Paradise For Bargain Hunters

Looking for enormous thrift stores in Ohio that are packed with amazing bargains?. These 8 thrift stores are paradise for deal seekers and offer something exciting for everyone!. 1. Volunteers of America Thrift Store (Columbus) There are thrift stores, and then there are thrift stores that also make the world...

Columbus, OH · 6d

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12 Old-School Ohio Diners Serving Great Food At Low Prices

Ohio has a long history of welcoming hungry travelers and locals with open arms, and nowhere is that tradition more alive than in its classic diners. From small country towns to busy city streets, these old-school spots serve up hearty meals with a side of genuine warmth that you just cannot find at a chain restaurant.

Ohio · 4d

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4 Boutique Shopping Trips within an Hour of Columbus: Park Once, Shop All Day

Easton and Polaris are popular. But if you’ve ever circled a parking garage in Easton for 15 minutes on a December Saturday trying to find a spot that’s even remotely close to the stores you want to shop at, you’re probably thinking there’s a better (and much more enjoyable) way to knock out your shopping list.

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With owners retiring, beloved Italian eatery listed for sale

A small family-run Italian restaurant with an infamous reservation waitlist has been listed for sale. Pasqualone’s Ristorante, a recent Top 10 finalist of Best Italian restaurants in Ohio, was put up for sale by longtime owners Dave and Lori Pasqualone. Dave and Lori have run the Columbus favorite located...

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4Ever Home: Sweet, jolly pup is up for adoption

Meet Jolly Rancher! She is available at the Franklin County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center.

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WDTN

Zaxbys sets 2-day event to hire 1st location staff

LIBERTY TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WDTN) — A hiring event is scheduled to fill positions for the state’s first Zaxbys location. Zaxbys, a fast-food chicken joint, is hiring for its highly-anticipated location at 7111 Marion Way in Liberty Township. “We’ve been getting everything ready to bring Zaxbys to town… and now we’re looking for the people who […]

Liberty Township, OH · 5d

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Peasant House Syrup Co. Plans Cafe and Retail Shop in Columbus

Something sweet is coming to Columbus‘ Short North neighborhood as Peasant House Syrup Co. prepares to open its first brick-and-mortar location in early 2027. The locally owned artisan syrup company, founded by Ariel and Jacob Ciampa, specializes in small-batch syrups made with carefully selected ingredients and creative flavor combinations. Its offerings include seasonal varieties such as Charred Marshmallow, Salted Sage Maple, Sugar Cookie, Hazelnut Praline, and Bourbon Vanilla.

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These Are the Midwest’s Most Breathtaking Chihuly Glass Installations

When I first saw a collection of Dale Chihuly’s glass sculptures, at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, so many adjectives rushed to mind: Exuberant. Kaleidoscopic. Dynamic. His work has never failed to captivate me since—and indeed, Chihuly, now 85, is considered the most popular and influential glass artist in the world.