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Mitch Hooper

Senior 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.

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Sports
Columbus Fury set to start first-ever professional volleyball season
Columbus Fury starts its first-ever season on Wednesday, Feb. 21 against the Ohama Supernovas at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio.
February 2, 2024
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Mitch Hooper
CBUStoday Dawes Arboretum
Travel and Outdoors
Dawes Arboretum offers sweet treats with Maple Syrup Tours
Drive out to Newark, Ohio to find guided tours through maple trees at Dawes Arboretum.
January 31, 2024
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Mitch Hooper
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Events
Plan Ahead: 20 February events in Columbus
Take a look at these events, pop-ups, and more happening in Columbus, Ohio in February 2024.
January 31, 2024
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Mitch Hooper
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City
The history of the Ohio State Limited passenger rail that connected to NYC
The Ohio State Limited, a now-defunct passenger rail, offered people in Columbus, Ohio a convenient way to travel to New York City in the early 1950s.
January 29, 2024
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Mitch Hooper
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Airports and Transportation
Fly out of Indianapolis on one of these affordable flights
Escape the cold and snow in Indianapolis by taking one of these affordable flights to a new city.
January 26, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
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Arts
Wonderball returns for its 10th year of celebrating Columbus creatives
Wonderball 2024 is a black and white attire event, celebrating local creative minds at the Columbus Museum of Art in downtown Columbus, Ohio.
January 25, 2024
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Mitch Hooper
Taylor Swift performing on stage during the "Reputation" stadium tour in 2018 wearing a sparkly black and silver bodysuit.
Events
Newport Music Hall to host Taylor Swift-themed dance party
Recereate your favorite moments from the Eras Tour with this dance party at Newport Music Hall in Columbus, OH this fall.
January 25, 2024
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Mitch Hooper
CBUStoday airplane
Travel and Outdoors
Fly out of Columbus on one of these affordable flights
Escape the cold and snow in Columbus, Ohio by taking one of these affordable flights to a new city.
January 23, 2024
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Mitch Hooper
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Culture
See the winner of our 2023 Picture of the Year contest
Cast your vote on your favorite 2023 photos submitted by readers.
January 22, 2024
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Emily Shea-Owen
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City
Columbus earns spotlight in 2023 national data center overview
Newmark named Columbus, Ohio as one of its emerging markets to watch in its recap of the 2023 data center sector. Here’s what they said.
January 19, 2024
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Mitch Hooper
Latte at The Roosevelt | Photo via @unofoodiegirl
Live
20+ local coffee shops and roasters in Columbus
From big cups of iced coffee to shots of espresso, there’s more than one way to get your caffeine kick in Columbus, Ohio.
January 19, 2024
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Mitch Hooper
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City
The coldest and warmest winters on record in Columbus
Columbus, Ohio often experiences extreme temperatures during the winter season— but what do record breaking winters look like?
January 17, 2024
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Mitch Hooper
CBUStoday figure skating championship
Sports
Columbus hosts 2024 US Figure Skating Championships next week
The 2024 Prevagen U.S. Figure Skating Championships takes place in Columbus, Ohio with six days of events, competitions, and awards.
January 12, 2024
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Mitch Hooper
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Food
“Dinner Dollars” program offers discounts at downtown restaurants
Dinner Dollars is a new program offering a $10 discount at local restaurants in downtown Columbus, Ohio throughout the winter season.
January 11, 2024
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Mitch Hooper
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Play
The big haul: Shop, swap, and save at 20+ local resellers in Columbus
Here’s the deal — the vintage, resell, and flea market scene is stellar in Columbus, Ohio. Check out our local recommendations.
January 11, 2024
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Mitch Hooper
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Culture
Find a trivia night for each day of the week in Columbus
Find local trivia nights in Columbus, Ohio on weekdays, including bars, breweries, and restaurants.
January 9, 2024
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Mitch Hooper
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Real Estate
Zillow ranks Columbus as third hottest housing market for 2024
Two other Ohio cities made the top 10, making the state one of the hottest in the country, according to Zillow.
January 5, 2024
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Mitch Hooper
BrewDog Dry January
Food
5 local spots with options for Dry January in 2024
Find mocktails and alcohol-free beers at local spots across the city.
January 3, 2024
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Hanna Williford
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Events
Plan Ahead: 25 January events in Columbus
Plan your January with 25 local events in Columbus, Ohio, including concerts, kid-friendly activities, and sporting events.
January 3, 2024
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Mitch Hooper
Start your summer reading with a trip to The Book Loft of German Village. | Photo by @cassidys.bookmark
Culture
Meet your New Year’s resolutions in Columbus
Whether your resolutions include trying new fitness classes or finding fun activities for the whole family — we’ve got you covered.
January 2, 2024
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Hanna Williford
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City
Recycling your Christmas tree in Columbus
When the holidays are over, you still have to deal with the Christmas tree in the corner. Here are a few ways to dispose of dead trees around Columbus, Ohio.
December 22, 2023
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Jordan Radach
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City
CBUStoday celebrates its two-year anniversary in Columbus
CBUStoday turns two-years-old at the end of December, marking another year of good news, culture, and events in Columbus, Ohio.
December 20, 2023
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Mitch Hooper
CBUStoday Westerville
Play
Columbus neighborhoods if they were zodiac signs
Your home, your favorite coffee shop, your daily commute aren’t just written in the skyline — they may be written in the stars.
December 20, 2023
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Mitch Hooper
The beers will be pourin’ at Beerfest 2022. | Photo by @ColumbusBrewingCompany
Food
5 locally brewed Christmas ales to try this season
The holiday season has arrived in Columbus, Ohio and local brewers are releasing their specially made Christmas ales. Here are our favorites.
December 18, 2023
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Mitch Hooper
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City
Columbus Zoo to welcome an adult elephant from Saint Louis Zoo
The Saint Louis Zoo will send Raja, a 31-year-old elephant to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in Columbus, Ohio.
December 14, 2023
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Mitch Hooper
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City
Top 12 development stories for 2023 in Columbus
Read a quick recap of the top 12 development stories and announcements in Columbus, Ohio during 2023.
December 14, 2023
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Mitch Hooper
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Food
CBUStoday’s guide to spending a day in downtown
Make the most of winter with this guide in downtown Columbus, Ohio that features local restaurants, drinkeries, and activities.
December 12, 2023
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Mitch Hooper
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City
Dash through the decades with historic holiday photos of Columbus
Take a look at various photos of Columbus, Ohio during the holidays throughout different decades.
December 8, 2023
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Mitch Hooper
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Live
Winter 2024 weather forecast for Columbus
Prepare for winter weather in Columbus with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
December 7, 2023
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Hanna Williford
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Food
Columbus ranked among top foodie cities to visit in 2024
Columbus, Ohio was named one of the top foodie destinations to travel to in 2024, according to Essence Magazine.
December 6, 2023
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Mitch Hooper
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