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Mitch Hooper

City Editor

Mitch is based in Columbus, OH and has won multiple Associated Press awards for his writing. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in journalism from the Ohio State University, and is always down for a cup of coffee.

Keep your drinks local while watching the NCAA Tournament at these five local breweries in Columbus, Ohio.
The Columbus Chamber of Commerce announced the launch of The Women’s Collective, a new initiative aimed at advancing women in the workforce.
We asked CBUStoday readers for development projects they want to know more about, and updates in Grandview was the top response.
Relive the magical moment when Ohio State guard Evan Turner made a half-court shot to defeat the Michigan Wolverines in the Big Ten Tournament on March 12, 2010.
“Dwelling; A Snail’s Journey” is a new public art display in Dublin, Ohio with more components opening later this year.
The science-based museum will put visitors in the position of passengers on the historic Titanic throughout the experience.
Read where SumUp, the online financing business, ranked Columbus, Ohio, plus how the city earned its ranking.
The Ohio State Fair continues to announce new concerts, comedians, and kid-friendly acts from now until Tuesday, April 16.
Take a Spring Break trip to a new city with these affordable flights from the John Glenn International Airport in Columbus, Ohio.
We want to know: Where is the best pizza shop in the Columbus area? Vote for your favorite to help us determine a champion.
The NHL Stadium Series is on March 1, 2025 at Ohio Stadium where the Columbus Blue Jackets face the Detroit Red Wings.
With more than 400+ responses from CBUStoday readers and followers, these are the top now-closed businesses that once called Columbus, Ohio home.
Columbus chef Cara Mangini’s new book, “The Vegetable Eater: The New Playbook for Cooking Vegetarian,” will be available in mid-March with 100+ plant-based receipes.
Take a look at these events, pop-ups, and sports games happening in Columbus, Ohio throughout March 2024.
Zora’s House, a women-focused nonprofit in Columbus, Ohio, will be featured on “The Kelly Clarkson Show” at the end of February.
From construction announcements to groundbreaking ceremonies, this guide is a complete look at development in Columbus, Ohio in 2024.
Hank’s Seafood, an acclaimed restaurant based in Charleston, SC, is opening a new location in downtown Columbus, Ohio.
Arnold Schwarzenegger has deep roots in Columbus culture, dating back to the 1970s when a friendship began between the bodybuilder and a local promoter.
Columbus, Ohio has been to home to iconic restaurants, bars, and businesses throughout its history — but many of them have closed. Which were your favorite?
Take a look at the top 10 most expensive homes for sale in Columbus, Ohio, including suburbs like German Village, New Albany, Westerville, and Dublin.
President’s Day is on Monday, Feb. 19, and we are diving into Ohio’s rich history with putting political figures in the White House.
The Ohio Theatre was supposed to be demolished in 1969, but a local arts group rallied to keep the iconic theater alive.
The Columbus Department of Public Safety announced it will be replacing oversize trash bins with small, more efficient bins.
Keep your calendar, and legs, busy with these races, 5Ks, half-marathons, and marathons in Columbus, Ohio.
Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date in Columbus, Ohio.
Raleigh has been placed highly on multiple publications’ lists that rank it among the top cities in the US for real estate, local business, and more earning the City of Oaks national recognition.
Read the latest news and updates about the Columbus Symphony’s plans to build a concert venue along the Scioto River.
Columbus, Ohio has been placed on multiple lists that rank it among the top cities in the US for real estate, local business, and more.
Whether you celebrate Mardi Gras or not, these fried treats are too good to miss each year.
Allow us to re-introduce ourselves, the faces and voices behind CBUStoday in Columbus, Ohio.