About the team

Upcoming games

• vs. Iowa | Friday, July 14 | 7:05 p.m. | It’s $5 Friday — enjoy small wine and beer for just five bucks.
• vs. Iowa | Saturday, July 15 | 7:05 p.m. | If you missed fireworks on Independence Day, this game has you covered.
• vs. Omaha | Thursday, July 27 | 7:05 p.m. | During this Copa de la Diversión game, the Clippers transform into Los Veleros.

• Speed Dating Singles Event | Tuesday, June 27 | 6:30-8 p.m. | The Goat, 4265 Brooklands Dr., Hilliard | $16-$49 | Meet other single ages 55+ and receive an email afterwards with mutual matches.

• UA Farmers Market | Wednesday, June 28 | 3-6 p.m. | Tremont Center, 2160 Tremont Rd., Upper Arlington | Cost of purchase | Shop fresh produce from 25+ Ohio farmers.

• Columbus Clippers vs. Toledo Mud Hens | Thursday, June 29 | 7:05 p.m. | Huntington Park, 330 Huntington Park Ln., Arena District | $8-$64 | Cheer on the Clippers with specials on beer, soft drinks, and margaritas.

• Zac Brown Band - From The Fire Tour | Friday, June 30 | 7 p.m. | Nationwide Arena, 200 W. Nationwide Blvd., Columbus | $35-$350 | See the Grammy Award-winning country band with classics like “Chicken Fried.”
• Commons for Kids | Friday, June 30 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Columbus Commons, 160 S. High St., Downtown | Free | Kids can enjoy games, inflatables, carousel rides, and face paintings.

• Within the next six years, Amazon Web Services plans to invest $7.8 billion into Central Ohio through expansions. These data centers are expected to bring in 1,000+ construction jobs in addition to 250+ tech jobs once built. This investment is the second largest by a single company in state history.

• There’s more than one way to be a football town + CBUS is going to prove it in 2024. Columbus was selected as the host of the 2024 MLS All-Star Game. This is the first time since 2005 that the city has been a host. (The Columbus Dispatch)

• Zaftig Brew Pub in the Italian Village permanently closed after three and a half years in the area. The local brewery can still be found in Columbus — both in grocery stores or at its Worthington taproom on 7020 Huntley Rd.

• Voting lines could be longer this election cycle after the Franklin County Board of Elections announced it will be without 25 of its typical polling locations. This drops the total locations from 307 to 282. The special election is on Tuesday, Aug. 8, and you can find your polling location online. (10TV)

• With Independence Day on the horizon, Columbus officials are reminding residents of fireworks laws that were updated last year. While these restrictions do allow for firework displays under specific guidelines, many suburbs — such as Bexley, Dublin + Grandview — have their own set of bans. (NBC4)

• Greyhound is moving its bus services to the west side of Columbus at 845 N. Wilson Rd. The move comes after COTA purchased its former building at 111 E. Town St. for $9.5 million in 2021. The local bus provider plans to renovate the downtown building in the future. (Columbus Underground)

• Taevion Kinsey, Eastmoor Academy alum + basketball standout, signed a free agent contract with the Utah Jazz. The Columbus-born competitor played for Marshall in college where he averaged 22+ points per game. He joins Brice Sensabaugh, a former Buckeye, on the Jazz. (10TV)

• Do you know who supplies your electricity or gas? In Ohio, the Energy Choice program allows customers to choose who supplies their energy, while the local utility will continue to deliver it. However, there are some things to consider to make a decision that’s right for you.*

• We’re excited to introduce, Trailblazing Love, the newest brand added to our online store (Six & Main). From camping to coastal adventures, this local business inspires couples to explore the world and nurture their relationships through outdoor-based activity boxes. Shop the perfect activity box now.

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Quick facts

• There are 18,000 parking spots in downtown Columbus.
• You have the option to prepay for parking online ahead of an event to secure your spot and simplify the process.

Street parking

• The ParkColumbus mobile app is available to use for street parking + you can add time to your meter right from your phone.
• Metered spots are free on Sundays from 8 a.m.-10 p.m. + all city-recognized holidays.

Parking garages

• The following garages are available — Arena Crossing Garage, Chestnut Garage, Front Street Garage, McConnell Garage, Neil Avenue Garage, Marconi Garage
• Rates vary per garage, but if you park in the Marconi Garage and dine at nada, Boston’s, Ted’s Montana Grill, or Sunny Street Cafe, they will validate your ticket with $3 parking for the first two hours.