Columbus is on the rise according to these national publications. | Photo via Canva
We made an account with ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence site. With the help of reader-submitted questions — we asked it nearly everything under the sun about Columbus. Here are the top five results.
Important note: Anything written by ChatGPT will be in italics for clarity
5.) How would AI improve CBUS?
By expanding and improving public transportation options such as buses, light rail, or commuter trains, Columbus could reduce traffic congestion, lower carbon emissions, and make the city more accessible for people who rely on public transit.
1.) What non-US city is most comparable to Columbus?
If you are looking for a non-U.S. city with some similarities to Columbus in terms of size, economy, and cultural aspects, you might consider comparing it to a city like Ottawa, Canada.
Events
Tuesday, Nov. 7
New Music Showcase | Tuesday, Nov. 7 | 8-11 p.m. | Eldorado’s Bar, 4968 N. High St., Graceland | Free | Listen to up-and-coming local musicians while enjoying a craft beer or cocktail.
Wednesday, Nov. 8
Henry Winkler | Wednesday, Nov. 8 | 7-8 p.m. | Mershon Auditorium, 1871 N. High St., Campus | $75 | The Emmy Award-winning actor, comedian, and writer will be in conversation with Connie Schultz, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist.
Thursday, Nov. 9
CBJ vs. Dallas Stars | Thursday, Nov. 9 | 7 p.m. | Nationwide Arena, 200 W. Nationwide Blvd., Arena Distict | $40-$295 | The Jackets enter this game as underdogs, facing one of the best teams in the Western Conference.
Friday, Nov. 10
WWE Smackdown | Friday, Nov. 10 | 7:45 p.m. | Nationwide Arena, 200 W. Nationwide Blvd., Arena District | $29-$129 | Rey Mysterio and other wrestling superstars will be in the ring for this electrifying night.
Saturday, Nov. 11
Paint and Sip: Marvelous Mosaics | Saturday, Nov. 11 | 3-5 p.m. | Brush Crazy Columbus, 1299 Bethel Rd., Columbus | $31 | This expert led-class is designed for all skill levels, so you can enjoy sipping as much as painting.
Election Day for the 2023 General Election. Polls are open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Find your polling location online. Plus, get free fares to vote through COTA. (NBC4)
Opening
Gallo’s Tap Room is moving from Powell to 5851 Frantz Rd. in Dublin. The former Powell location will remain open until the move is finalized, and an official closing date will be announced via Facebook in the coming weeks. (614now)
Real Estate
Construction on mansion-style condos is now underway at 2015 W. 5th Ave. in Grandview. Vision Development, the local firm behind the project, is reimagining this former mansion into multi-room condos, now known as The Packard. Condos could be ready by next summer. (Columbus Business First)
Show
“Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland,” a thrilling Christmas-themed circus show, is taking over Mershon Auditorium on Saturday, Dec. 16. Tickets to the family-friendly event are available Friday, Nov. 10 at 10 a.m.
Concert
Doc Robinson, a Columbus-based indie-pop band, is performing at Newport Music Hall on Friday, Dec. 8. The band is also releasing a new single to all streaming services on Monday, Nov. 25, titled “The Colors.”
Eat
The McRib is coming back — and whatever reaction you just had to that news is valid. The sandwich returns to McDonald’s at just 11 Ohio locations starting on Saturday, Nov. 11. Customers must use the McDonald’s app to see if their local restaurant has it. (The Columbus Dispatch)
Correction
Kroger is still breaking ground on a Union County location this week, but we got our years mixed up. This new Kroger will be one of the first net net builds in years, not overall builds.
Health
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Ohio State’s Drake Union in 2011. | Photo via Google Maps
All performances have an end, including Ohio State’s Drake Performing and Event Center.
Demolition on the 50+ year old building is now underway, kicking off a long-anticipated second phase of the Cannon Drive relocation. The project should be finished sometime next year, but today we are looking back on the historic building. Consider this its final encore.
Early days
The university invested $4.5 million to build Drake Union, which opened in 1972. It was supposed to rival the Ohio Union as a hub for student community.
Name game
Buckeye alumni Edward S. Drake is who the building is named after. He’s a certified campus legend, with two student-focused endowments also named in his honor.
Most recently
Before closing, it was where the Department of Theatre operated. It also had a brief stint as a bar in 1999 — Archie’s Alley — but that didn’t last long due to low customer support.
The Buy
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The Stanley perfect brew pour-over and camp mug. It’s non-breakable, doesn’t require paper filters, and all of Stanley’s stainless steel products use 23% recycled materials.
Not everything we asked ChatGPT was a hit. In fact, it struggled with a lot. So, I’ll pass this one over to you: If Columbus was a sandwich, what would it be? Get creative, send me your ideas, and prove that we are still superior to AI.
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