Who’s in the running

• Eagles Pizza vs. Tommy’s Pizza | Both are long-standing establishments — Eagles was founded in 1971 while Tommy’s has been serving pies in CBUS since 1952.
• Hounddog’s Pizza vs. Harvest Pizzeria | NBA player and former Buckeye star Malaki Branham says Hounddog’s is his go-to spot in Columbus, while Harvest has been featured in food publications like “Delish.”
• Gatto’s Pizza vs. Sexton’s Pizza | Both of these popular shops were founded by brothers — Joe and Jimmy Gatto and Joey and Jamey Sexton.
• JT’s Pizza vs. Rubino’s Pizza | JT’s was named the “2023 Pizza of the Year” by Pizza Connoisseurs of Columbus, while Rubino’s is a classic staple for Columbus-style pies.

How it works

How to participate

• Learn the Art of Gelli Printing | Tuesday, March 5 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Daylight Artist Collective, 9 E. College Ave., Westerville | $15 | All experience levels can learn about this unique technique of printmaking.
• March’s Keg Tapping Celebration | Tuesday, March 5 | 6-9 p.m. | Hofbräuhaus Columbus Brewery & Restaurant, 800 Goodale Blvd., Grandview | Free | “MÄRZEN,” a German dark lager, will be tapped along with housemade cabbage rolls.

• Greensky Bluegrass | Wednesday, March 6 | 6:30 p.m. | KEMBA Live!, 405 Neil Ave., Arena District | $28-$85 | The five-man bluegrass band from Kalamazoo, MI will hit the stage in CBUS.

• Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Edmonton Oilers | Thursday, March 7 | 7 p.m. | Nationwide Arena, 200 W. Nationwide Blvd., Arena District | $40-$295 | The Jackets look for a victory over this Pacific Division team.
• Spring Shop Hop | Thursday, March 7 | 5-8 p.m. | Historic Downtown, Canal Winchester | Cost of purchase | Stroll local shops and eateries and enjoy an alcoholic beverage as you’re in a DORA (designated outdoor refreshment area).

• Manifestation Circle | Friday, March 8 | 7-8 p.m. | Kindred Collective, 2068 Stringtown Rd., Grove City | $17 | The guided meditation will include a vision board workshop, law of attraction insights, and group affirmations.

• Leasing is now available for the upper levels of the Standard building at 174 E. Long St. downtown. The $12 million redevelopment project transformed the office building into a mixed-use space with 32 apartment units. (Columbus Business First)

• The Columbus Metropolitan Library will offer special safety glasses for viewing the total solar eclipse starting Monday, March 18. Browse other eclipse-themed events the library is offering at all branches ahead of Monday, April 8.

• Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live, a glow party show with monster trucks, is coming to Nationwide Arena on Saturday, July 27 + Sunday, July 28. Tickets go on sale Friday, March 8 at 10 a.m.

• CAPA is hosting El Día de los Niños, or The Day of the Children, on Sunday, April 14 from 1:30-4 pm at Lincoln Theatre. The free-to-attend, kid-friendly event will feature live performances, arts and crafts, and a food truck. Registering in advance is recommended.

• The Ohio State men’s basketball team defeated Michigan 84-61, which was the largest margin of victory against TTUN since 2005. The Buckeyes will play their last game of the regular season against Rutgers on Sunday, March 10.

• Reds pitcher Nick Lodolo is still battling a leg injury during spring training. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Cincinnati Reds with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
  

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