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Today’s Forecast

83º | Cloudy and damp | 95% chance of rain | Sunrise 6:38 a.m. | Sunset 8:35 p.m.

 
The local six pack
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We’ve got a new brew for drinkers of all kinds, including the non-beer crowd. | Photo via Seventh Son Brewing
Today is the first day of spring, and we think that’s worth a toast. Here are six local beers that we are raising up in honor of the new season.

Endeavor Brewing Company | Thiol Harbor New England IPA

Find a juicy IPA with flavors of papaya, pineapple, passion fruit, and guava.

Gemüt Biergarten | Huginn & Muninn Kolsch

“Prost” is German for “cheers,” which is what you should be doing with the return of this fan favorite on Thursday, March 23.

Hoof Hearted Brewing | Skittley Bittley Bop Sour

Try a unique flavor combination as this coffee sour features flavors like vanilla, but also raspberry + blueberry.

Land-Grant Brewing Co. | Going Dancing Pale Ale

Your bracket might be busted, but this new light and refreshing beer can be your consolation prize.

Seventh Son Brewing Co. | Crumblin’ Erb West Coast DIPA

Not all spring beers have to be light, like this dark brew packing a heavy punch of 8.25% ABV.

Wolf’s Ridge Brewing | Cucumber Mule Ale

This cocktail-inspired gose features notes of cucumber, lime, and ginger — making it less like a beer and more like a mixed drink.

We’re just cracking open a few new ones — did we miss your favorite? Let us know so we can add it to our cooler.
 
QUIZ
 
How much money did sports betters wager between January and November of 2022? (Source: Forbes)

A. $10 billion
B. $31 billion
C. $54 billion
D. $68 billion
E. $83 billion
F. $103 billion

Congratulations to Wendy A. for winning a $50 gift card to our online shop, Six & Main. Did you know you could be our next winner? Answer this week’s survey questions for a chance to score a gift card!
 
 
Events
 
Monday, March 20
  • Spring Equinox Sound Bath & Celebration | Monday, March 20 | 4-9 p.m. | Columbus Museum of Art, 480 E. Broad St., Downtown | Free | Spend a mindful evening with hOm Sound & Meditation in a peaceful setting.
Tuesday, March 21
  • The Secret History of Black Punk: Record Zero | Tuesday, March 21 | 6-7 p.m. | Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum, 1813 N. High St., Campus | Free | Join this book discussion with the Columbus-based author, Raeghan Buchanan.
  • The Killers | Tuesday, March 21 | 8 p.m. | Schottenstein Center, 555 Borror Dr., Campus | $35-$125 | Listen to hits that topped Billboard charts like, “Mr. Brightside.”
Wednesday, March 22
  • Live, Laugh, Llama | Wednesday, March 22 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Pinot’s Palette, 691 N. High St., Short North | $39 | Learn from an expert on how to paint a funny llama with all supplies included.
Thursday, March 23
  • Trivia Night | Thursday, March 23 | 7-9 p.m. | Taft’s Brewporium, 440 W. Broad St., Franklinton | Free | Sip local beers, have a slice of pizza, and win prizes.
We have a calendar filled with events and activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.

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News Notes
 

Weather
  • 50º | Mostly sunny | Less than 1% chance of rain
Concert
  • After postponing his March show, Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band will return to Columbus on Thursday, Sept. 21 at Nationwide Arena. All previously purchased tickets are still valid, or a refund can be requested until Sunday, April 16.
Sports
  • Officials estimated $9.4 million was spent in Columbus by visitors after the city hosted both the men’s and women’s NCAA Tournament. This is the fifth time the men’s tournament has been in Columbus, and the women’s Final Four returns to the city in 2027. (The Columbus Dispatch)
  • They’re still dancing. The Ohio State women’s team won their first-round game against James Madison and now faces North Carolina today at 4 p.m. at the Schottenstein Center. Get tickets.
Biz
  • Jeanna Hondel, owner of the Columbus-based Ascension Construction Solutions, was named the 2023 Ohio Small Business Person of the Year by the US Small Business Association. The US SBA oversees 33 million businesses, and only one is selected for this award from each state.
Closed
  • Hai Poké, a local poké bowl restaurant, closed its Short North location and plans to focus on its Dublin Bridge Park location. The Dublin restaurant is open every day from 11 a.m.-8 p.m. (614now)
Finance
  • Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*
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Seasonal
 
🌱 Happy first day of Spring
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We’re ready for warmer temperatures and added daylight. | Photo via Pexels
Today marks the spring equinox (aka the first day of Spring).

Technically speaking, it’s the day that the sun crosses the Earth’s equator from the Southern Hemisphere into the Northern Hemisphere. The shift marks the astronomical start of spring and days will become “longer” because there will be more time between sunrise and sunset.

Looking to celebrate the season? Head to our events page to see community events happening this week and beyond. If you’re up for spending some time outside with your pooch, our dog parks guide will point you in the right direction.

If you’re in the mood for some spring cleaning, here are the essentials we recommend:

🧽 Mr. Clean Magic Erasers

💧 Microfiber cleaning cloths

🧹 Duster kit

🍓 Refrigerator organizer bins

🧼 Spinning scrubber brush

Bonus: Hire a cleaning professional to tidy up your humble abode.
 
The Wrap
 
Mitch Hooper in a grey shirt Today’s Edition By:
Mitch
From the Editor
I finally found something I’m worse at than filling out an NCAA bracket: sports betting. Here’s to March, and all the madness that comes with it.
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