5 updates about Intel
The tech giant made numerous announcements in March, including another delay + more federal funding for the New Albany semicondudctor factory.
COTA receives $42 million in federal funding
COTA received nearly $42 million for Bus Rapid Transit corridors. West Broad Street will undergo transformations to accommodate larger buses, as well as pedestrian improvements like crosswalks and bike lanes.
New entertainment center planned for Polaris
Smash Park will be a 50,000-sqft facility offering pickleball courts, duck pin bowling, and a full kitchen and bar. It is estimated to open in 2025.
Something Sketchy | Thursday, March 28 | 8-10 p.m. | Kafe Kerouac, 2250 N. High St., Campus | $10 | Enjoy this sketch comedy show that features a variety of local performers.
Friday, March 29
Buzzed Spelling Bee | Friday, March 29 | 7-9 p.m. | The Goat, 219 S. High St., Downtown | $10 | Pay to join this boozy spelling competition, or simply watch and laugh from the crowd.
Saturday, March 30
Real Music Fest | Saturday, March 30 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Ohio EXPO Center, Lausche Building, 717 E. 17th Ave., Columbus | $12-$100 | Spend your morning listening to talented local youth musicians, presented by Real Music Records.
Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Pittsburgh Penguins | Saturday, March 30 | 7 p.m. | Nationwide Arena, 200 W. Nationwide Blvd., Arena District | $70-$325 | Cheer on the Jackets as they look to defeat Sidney Crosby and the Pens.
Sunday, March 31
“Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” Beer Tasting | Sunday, March 31 | 1-5 p.m. | Grandview Theater & Drafthouse, 1247 Grandview Ave., Grandview | $45 | Beer tastings begin at 1 p.m. sharp, and the screening of this Oscar-winning film starts around 3 p.m.
The Idea Foundry, located at 421 W. State St. in Franklinton, has been listed for sale. Additionally, the nearby connected parking lot is included in the sale details. The 50,000-sqft building features an upstairs and a large basement, per the online listing.
Concert
Twenty One Pilots, a Grammy Award-winning band from Columbus, is set to take over Nationwide Arena on Friday, Oct. 4 + Saturday, Oct. 5. Tickets for the “Clancy World Tour” go on sale Friday, April 5 at 10 a.m.
Opening
Modo Yoga, a Dublin-based studio, is opening a new location at 4700 N. High St. near the Graceland Shopping Center in Clintonville. Construction begins next month and should be completed by the end of summer. (Columbus Underground)
Health
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has its paws full with its newest therapy program: Butterfly Paws. The hospital plans to add 10 facility dogs + nearly 70 therapy dogs that will be supervised by professional trainers to help bring comfort and happiness to patients. (The Columbus Dispatch)
Festival
Ohio Black Expo Riverfest Culture Fest and Convention will take place on Thursday, May 23-Sunday, May 26 at Genoa Park. The festival features an all-Black lineup of performers, businesses, and creators. Tickets are now on sale and start at $15.
Ranked
Dublin Irish Festival was ranked the No. 4 best cultural festival in the US, according to 10Best by USA Today. The national ranking noted the festivals affinity for Irish music, dancing, and food that is welcoming to all visitors.
Opening
Clintonville Coin Laundry is officially reopened after closing for more than a year due to a fire. The new space features modern washing and drying machines + a reimagined floor space. The local business has been open for 30+ years. (614now)
Community
Former tenants of Latitude Five25 will begin receiving lump payments on Monday, April 1. Payments will be a total of $10,067.11, and will be from Legal Aid of Southeast and Central Ohio. Additionally, former tenants can still apply for restitution. (ABC6 On Your Side)
Sports
While the Columbus Blue Jackets are out of playoff contention, the Cleveland Monsters, CBJ’s minor league affiliate, is still battling. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Jackets (and Monsters) with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Finance
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Travel
✈️ Columbus Airport is taking off
Columbus Airport sets two new records for passenger travel
After breaking two records for passenger travel, 2024 is off to a flying start for John Glenn International Airport.
The local airport reported February 2024 was the busiest month for passenger travel in local history. The 629,000+ passengers that flew through Columbus shattered the previous record that was set in 2020.
“More nonstops are offered now than ever before,” said Joseph R. Nardone, President & CEO of the Columbus Regional Airport Authority. “As a result, we’ve seen a notable increase in passenger numbers, setting new records that underscore the trust and preference travelers place in Columbus Airports.”
These trends can be found in March, too. During the week of March 18, the airport reported an estimated 196,000 passengers, which broke the previous record set in July 2019.
This volume of travelers shows a need for upgrades, said airport officials. And, a state-of-the-art $2 billion terminal is in the works, planned to open in 2029.
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I don’t travel often, but I love it whenever I do. Last year, I was as north as Shelby, Michigan and as south as São Paulo, Brazil. And this year, my wings are flying west to Las Vegas, NV in May + Sedona, AZ in November.
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